81. Coaching Through Resistance
How do you coach someone who is resistant to coaching? Listen to this episode and find out the encompassing elements and 6 strategies to use to help work through resistance!
Oct 29, 2023•23 min
Educators Ignited: Proving What's Possible in Education
The Educator's Ignited podcast, brings you inspiring stories, thought provoking discussions and practical strategies to empower educators worldwide. If you are hungry to learn about and be inspired by ways in which educators are doing things out of the box, altering the status quo then you are tuning into the right Podcast! Host Kelley Pomis, 20+ years veteran educator talk to guests who are trailblazers on a transformative journey to change the educational system, extending their impact beyond the boundaries of the classroom.
Episodes
80. Grieving While Teaching: Ways to Overcome the Grief
Loretta Sanchez loved being a teacher, but when she lost her husband, many questions rose to what her purpose as an educator was. She journeyed through the education system as a teacher, specialist, consultant, and found her way back into the classroom. Hear Loretta's inspiring story AND learn how you too can overcome loss and prevail as an educator.
Oct 15, 2023•41 min
79. From Data to Development: Leveraging Running Records in Teacher Observations
The power of observing teachers and taking running records lies in its ability to maintain objectivity while empowering teachers to be active participants in their own growth. It's a collaborative process that benefits everyone involved, most importantly, the students. Listen to this week's episode to learn how to apply running record observations to your coaching AND how to ensure teachers can use the data to better self-assess and take the reigns on their development. Check out a quick...
Sep 24, 2023•21 min
78. The Power and Keys to Holding Our Students to High Expectations
According to the Opportunity Myth (2018), "High Expectations is the highest indicator of potential growth when it. In fact when students have teachers who hold HE, you can see an average of 4.6 months more of growth per year. Unfortunately, low expectations for student success were rampant. While 82 percent of teachers were supportive of statelevel standards in theory, just 44 percent of teachers believed their own students could meet such high demands. When that translates into choices abo...
Aug 27, 2023•23 min
77. Unleashing the Power of Triple Loop Coaching
For too long instructional coaching has been stuck in a single loop track, but not any more. This episode will provide you with the power of triple loop coaching and, its model and quick examples of how to use it! Simon Sinek's Golden Circles Ted Talk
Aug 13, 2023•19 min
76. Teach Better with Kari Pitstick
Kari Pitstick is a 7th grade English Language Arts teacher and athletic coach in Illinois. She is ALSO the Director of Digital Content for the Teach Better Team. She graduated from Illinois State University in 2015 with a bachelor’s in Middle Level Education, and American College of Education in 2018 with a master’s in Curriculum & Instruction. Kari has known she wanted to teach at the middle level since she was in middle school herself. One of her main missions is to provide a safe and frie...
Aug 06, 2023•29 min
75. Unleashing the Power of Intensive Instructional Coaching
Teachers are the number one reason students learn!! In this episode, I talk about three key models of intensive support so that we don't leave our teachers high and dry! Our newest teachers need support. Let's prioritize them! They deserve it and so do our students!
Jul 30, 2023•35 min
74. Leveraging Our Character Strengths as Educators
There are so many great personality/ preference tests out there, but I want to introduce you to MY FAVORITE! It is called the VIA Character Strength Inventory. Dig into the episode and learn why and how this is such a powerful tool for coaching! Links: Transforming Teachers Tribe Registration VIA Character Strengths Survey E-mail Observation Freebie...
Jul 23, 2023•35 min
73. My Turn Around Story
Ahhhh!! My book is ONE! And to celebrate this milestone, I am sharing one of my chapters with you. If you haven't gotten your hands on Taught , now is the time. It is the perfect book to read before heading into the school year as it is full of stories, lessons, and resources that can help any and every educator be better for their students! I am so excited to share Chapter 10: My Turn Around Story with you. And to get your hands on a free copy of the book be sure either: 1) DM me the word &...
Jul 16, 2023•23 min
72. Coaching Through Barriers
As part of my coaching series I want you to know what it takes coach through teacher barriers. In this episode we explore how you can support your teachers in having them uncover barriers in order to move them forward and be accountable to their changes! Happy Listening Links: Foundations of Transformational Instructional Coaching Webinar Transforming Teachers Tribe Registration E-mail Observation Freebie...
Jul 09, 2023•24 min
Announcement: Have a Great Summer
Here's the list of episodes I recommend you go back and listen to! "Things That Make You Go Hahahaha" (Episode 59) "My Journey to a Happier Me" (Episode 41) "The Two Expectations Every Classroom Should Have" (Episode 32) "3 Critical Ways to Support Educators" (Episode 29) , "Three Mistakes to Avoid as You Prepare for the School Year" (Episode 27) "Four Foundational Skills All Successful Teachers Must Have" (Episode 14) "Three W...
Jun 18, 2023•3 min
70. Neighbors for Education
Meet Naomi Lopez, mom, speech pathologist and educational activist. Hear Naomi's story of how one she was inspired to change the education landscape in her city and what she is building to ensure ALL students have an equitable and inclusive public education experience! would end her day by climbing into bed and reaching for her smartphone, instead of a book. It was here that she would record her reactions to what she had experienced in school that day. You can find Naomi and more about Neigh...
Jun 11, 2023•41 min
69. Great on Their Behalf with AJ Crabill
This week's Educator Ignited guest is AJ Crabill. Author, educator, advocate, consultant for all things education. AJ believes, "changing adult behaviors requires new mindsets, new knowledge, and/or new skills. intention is to transform student outcomes through the transformation of adult mindsets, knowledge, and skills" -- starting with his own. AJ Crabill serves as Conservator at DeSoto ISD -- where during his guidance, DeSoto improved from F ratings in academics, finance, and go...
Jun 04, 2023•48 min
Announcement: Teacher ReNEWed Rebrand
When we initially launched the teacher renewed podcast, the goal was to create a platform that supported teachers and making the decision to stay in the classroom. Ultimately we aimed to showcase what is possible in education and provide inspiration for those seeking to renew their passion for teaching. Over time. We have witnessed something truly remarkable happening within our community. Our podcast has expanded beyond simply highlighting self care and alleviating challenges of teaching. We ha...
May 28, 2023•4 min
68. Ending the Year with Our Students in the Most Meaningful Ways
Seeing our students positively is a transformative approach that can revolutionize their educational experience. If we haven't revolutionized their educational experience yet in this school year, this is your chance to do this now. Here are four things you can do to make this happen at the end of the year and in the episode, I give concrete examples of how to do each one. 1. Recognize their individuality, Strengths, and Hidden Talents 2. Focus on their growth 3. Foster an inclusive environme...
May 21, 2023•14 min
67. Educating with Passion and Purpose
In an era of sky-high burnout, Educating with Passion and Purpose: Keep the Fire Going without Burning Out gives educators everything they need to thrive in their profession. This book will help you avoid the disenchantment and frustration that can come from doing the difficult work of K-12 education. You are in this field because you want to make a difference, but you often lack the support you need to do that amid overwhelming demands. Experienced educators themselves, authors Meredith Matson ...
May 14, 2023•48 min
66. The Teacher's Guide to Self-Care with Sarah Forst
This week's guest is the Designer Teacher and author of the book The Teacher's Guide to Self-Care ! Sarah Forst, empowers passionate special education teachers to feel more peaceful & purposeful by providing systematic reading resources designed with struggling learners in mind. She is a former elementary special education teacher with a degree in design. Ready to get started with explicit phonics instruction without the hassle? Check out Phonics by Design: The Complete Curriculum or...
May 07, 2023•36 min
65. Allie Elliot- The Classroom Community Co-Pilot
This week's guest is Allie Elliot- The Classroom Community Co-Pilot. She was an upper elementary teacher turned online educator with a passion for helping teachers like you build thriving classroom communities. Allie believes, "When we start with the heart, our students feel safe, loved, and ready to learn." Allie is also obsessed with helping busy teachers like you transform their classrooms from turbulent to thriving, from rocky and unexpected to calm and steady. She does this al...
Apr 30, 2023•41 min
64. Becoming a Teacher Coach Part 3
I really hope you have enjoyed this 3 part series. I know I have! In this final episode, I share how to build a plan to becoming a coach or even becoming a better coach. I also announce the opportunity to be a part of my mini Boot-Camp called Becoming a (better) Coach ! For more information, click here....
Apr 23, 2023•21 min
63. Becoming a Teacher Coach: Part 2
Let's talk about the fact that there are more models to coaching than what we have been practicing. In this episode we talk about the three buckets of coaching and how different models can fit into these buckets.
Apr 16, 2023•22 min
62. Becoming a Teacher Coach: Part 1
This is one of a three part series where I discuss the roadmap to becoming a coach, having learned a lot of lessons along the way. In this first episode we tackle the four mindsets needed to be a powerful coach!
Apr 09, 2023•19 min
61. Teaching Can be the Ladder You Climb
Teaching is hard but so rewarding. Many teachers believe that they must climb the ladder in order to prove themselves, but what if we as teachers could prove ourselves through our teaching? What if it wasn't about becoming an instructional coach or an admin but rather about being the best teacher? Shari Solem has explored many pathways, even before becoming an educator, but none feel so impactful, so inspiring then being the best teacher she can be for her students. Shari shares with us how ...
Apr 03, 2023•39 min
60. Above the Grade with founder Tiffany Akai
Tiffany Akai, M.Ed. is a mom, educator, coach, CEO and overall a brilliant human! Tiffany has been with the profession for several years and brings program knowledge and coaching experience to the team. Once a kindergarten teacher, Tiffany now owns her own business called "Above the Grade" where she coaches and mentors in areas such as developmentally appropriate practices, instructional support, curriculum support, evaluation, diversity, equity, inclusionary practices, and business de...
Mar 26, 2023•34 min
59. Things that make you go ha...ha, ha, ha!
This week, I go solo and not only share the benefits of laughter but also some of my favorite laughing moments as an educator. Enjoy the stories and be sure to share with me what has you laughing while at work by following me on IG and commenting on this week's episode !
Mar 19, 2023•24 min
58. Tapping into our Emotional and Creative Capacity
Brittany Bigley is an educator, writer and inspirer. On her website "The Adventuress" she shares stories from her adventures, travels, and encounters relating to my (and others’) spiritual transformation. As an educator she has experienced the ebbs and flows of hope and struggle but as she has worked on tapping into her own emotions and creativity, she has found more and more ways to sustain this work. This episode will Inspire you as what Brittany shares is what so many of us have...
Mar 12, 2023•36 min
57. Overcoming Perfectionism and Confronting the Struggles of Teaching
Meet Aimee Kovacevic! By day Aimee is a teacher, by night she is a coach, mentor, kettlebell instructor, mother and wife. Aimee is also a published author and a business owner. For as long as Aimee can remember, she has always wanted to be a teacher, and has been living that dream since 2010. Teaching is Aimee's calling and is proud to say, "I am the teacher I wanted. I am the teacher I needed." Despite the challenges that she has faced as a teacher, "It has always been the kids tha...
Mar 05, 2023•44 min
56. Let's Talk Identity in Education
This is a repeat episode of episode 48. In honor of Black History Month, it seemed powerful to highlight this very episode. Happy Listening!
Feb 26, 2023•47 min
55. A Journey Toward A More Just Educational System Pt. 2
This is part 2 of this episode. Now that we know Dr. Aletha Harven better, we dig into her research around motivation and what we as educators can do to support the development of intrinsic motivation in our students as well as how we can better sustain in this work by grounding ourselves in our why, aligning our actions and setting up clear boundaries.
Feb 19, 2023•27 min
54. A Journey Toward a More Just Educational System Pt. 1
Dr. Aletha Harven is a university professor and global teacher educator with expertise in the areas of education, educational psychology, child and adolescent development, P-16 education, social justice teaching, teacher education and diversity, equity & inclusion. She is ALWAYS engaged in scholarly work related to racial and social justice, including publishing on equity-related topics and creating critical programming to address the needs of students from stigmatized and underserved commun...
Feb 12, 2023•31 min
53. Shannon Gilman
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Jan 29, 2023•36 min