En este episodio, Mónica Pujol-Nassif conversa con Elizabeth Horberg , una experimentada psicóloga y coach educativa con amplia trayectoria en programas como Montessori y Head Start. Juntas exploran la profunda relación entre la música y el lenguaje en el desarrollo infantil, compartiendo anécdotas, estrategias y beneficios de incorporar la música en la enseñanza. Puntos clave del episodio: La música como el primer lenguaje: Desde antes de nacer, la música conecta emociones y cogniciones, sirvie...
Dec 10, 2024•18 min•Season 5Ep. 12
There are a lot of conflicting thoughts on infant care. Join us for the second part of our discussion with Johayra Bouza, an expert in child development, as she shares her insights, debunking myths like the cry-it-out method and the misconception that infants act intending to spite their caregivers. Respect for diverse family cultures and caregiving choices is at the forefront of our discussion, emphasizing the importance of gentle, respectful communication. Johayra offers practical strategies f...
Nov 19, 2024•18 min•Season 5Ep. 11
In this episode, Dr. Johayra Bouza of Teachstone joins up to talk about caring for and engaging with infants. There is so much to consider, from attachment style to cognitive development. She and Kate unpack important things to understand about babies in their earliest days so that you can best support their development. This is part one of a two-part episode.
Oct 31, 2024•32 min
En el episodio de hoy tenemos a Zaidaliz Beltrán e Iris García como invitadas, ambas iniciadas como maestras de preescolar en Head Start y actualmente consultoras en varios programas de Head Start en Puerto Rico y afiliadas CLASS Trainer - Pre-K. Iris y Zaidaliz han trabajado juntas por más de 20 años, les gusta viajar, entrenar y hacer largas caminatas. En esta conversación escucharás la importancia de planificar transiciones entre las actividades a lo largo del día, cómo benefician estas trans...
Oct 08, 2024•28 min
Unlock the secrets to fostering emotionally intelligent classrooms. In today's discussion, we dive into the pivotal role of emotional intelligence in supporting Black children who have faced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Our guest, LeTosha White, vice president of the Chicago affiliate of the Black Child Development Institute, joins host Kate Cline to share invaluable insights. Together, they explore how self-awareness, empathy, and other components of emotional intelligence can transfor...
Sep 17, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 9
En este episodio, tenemos el placer de conversar con la doctora Johayra Bouza, una experta en psicología del desarrollo con más de 14 años de experiencia en el campo de la primera infancia. Johayra, orgullosa inmigrante cubanoamericana, nos relata cómo los educadores jugaron un papel fundamental en su desarrollo tanto personal como profesional. Con una licenciatura en psicología, una maestría en estadísticas, y un doctorado en psicología del desarrollo, Johayra nos comparte su visión sobre la im...
Sep 03, 2024•24 min•Season 5Ep. 8
In this episode, Jill Kuck shares her transformative journey from classroom teaching to diagnostics, highlighting the importance of community involvement and seeking help to meet the diverse needs of students. The discussion covers essential elements of early childhood behavior management, including setting clear behavior expectations, managing social interactions, and resolving conflicts. Jill emphasizes the significance of early childhood development principles and the importance of monitoring...
Aug 20, 2024•35 min•Season 5Ep. 7
What happens when a teacher blends over three decades of experience with unwavering consistency, respect, and love? Paul Klein joins us to reveal the secrets to diffusing negative classroom climates. Drawing from personal anecdotes and a wealth of knowledge, Paul highlights the pitfalls of a classroom plagued by anger, frustration, and punitive control, and shares his tried-and-true methods for fostering a positive environment where every student feels valued. In our discussion, we emphasize the...
Jul 30, 2024•42 min•Season 5Ep. 6
What happens when an educator blends warmth, empathy, and genuine connection in the classroom? On this episode of Teaching with Class, we have the pleasure of hosting Crystal Allen, an experienced educator and instructional specialist from Louisiana. Crystal opens up about her remarkable journey from teaching young students to supporting adult educators. She passionately emphasizes fostering a positive climate in educational settings, where trust and respect can flourish among students and teach...
Jul 09, 2024•32 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Can empathy and understanding truly transform a classroom environment? Today we hear from Judy Cuevas, an experienced educator and coach, who shares her invaluable insights on creating emotionally supportive classrooms. Judy opens up about her personal journey and the key elements that foster a positive climate, teacher sensitivity, and regard for child perspectives. Get ready to discover practical tips that will empower you to recognize and respond to children's cues, laying the foundation for ...
Jun 25, 2024•29 min•Season 5Ep. 4
In part two of our heart-to-heart conversation about understanding trauma in the classroom, Megin Ruston illuminates the path to empowering educators to step into their roles as unwavering advocates for their young charges. We discuss understanding the profound impact of trauma on a child's brain and behavior and equipping oneself with the tools to manage those critical dysregulated moments. By embracing self-care and emotional regulation, teachers can become the bedrock upon which children can ...
Jun 11, 2024•31 min•Season 5Ep. 3
This is the first of a 2-part series where we’ll unpack the complexities of childhood trauma and its profound effects on young minds. Megin Rustin, a seasoned early childhood educator and adoptive mother, shares her wealth of knowledge and personal insights on this critical topic. Listen in as we explore the scientific intricacies of the developing brain, discussing how regions like the amygdala and hippocampus respond to trauma and how these responses can have lasting implications into adulthoo...
May 28, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Burnout is at a whole new level within the last couple of years. Anyone who is a stakeholder feels certain levels of burnout, and there isn’t a magic cure or quick fix. On this week’s episode of Teaching with CLASS®, we replay a classic episode with guest Colleen Schmit - to help educators recognize and work through burnout. Colleen shares these tips on combating burnout: Focus on your why: Write your why on a sticky note where you will see it, feel it, and remember it. If you didn’t love what y...
May 07, 2024•36 min•Ep. 1
Welcome to a journey into the world of emotional intelligence and the transformative power of art in early childhood education. In today’s episode of Teaching with CLASS®, we are joined by Lenika Flores, a passionate advocate with over two decades of experience in nurturing young minds. Lenika’s background spans from classroom teaching to educational coaching, and today she offers invaluable insights into how art can be a conduit for children to explore and express their emotions. Topics Discuss...
Apr 23, 2024•29 min
This episode dives into the world of special education, focusing on the importance of individualized interactions in the classroom. Today’s guest, Mary-Margaret Gardiner, a seasoned educator, shares her insights and experiences in working with special needs children. The discussion ranges from understanding each child's unique cues and needs to effective strategies for classroom observations. Mary-Margaret highlights the importance of understanding each child's individual needs and cues, and how...
Dec 05, 2023•35 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Unravel the world of bilingual education with our special guest, Karen Nemef, a celebrated author, consultant, and staunch advocate for high-quality early learning experiences for young multilingual learners. Throughout this episode, Karen enlightens us on the power of bilingualism, offering a profound understanding of what it means to be a dual language learner and the importance of connecting with these children in their languages, regardless of their proficiency level. Karen brings her expert...
Nov 21, 2023•27 min•Season 4Ep. 17
In today’s episode, we explore the difficult topic of student trauma and challenging behaviors in the classroom. Joining us today is Dr. Johayra Bouza, an educator who has walked the path from poverty to academia thanks to the dedication and support of her teachers. Dr. Bouza brings her rich insights and practical advice to address these pressing issues that have been amplified due to the pandemic and its associated social isolation. Throughout this episode, Dr. Bouza provides invaluable advice ...
Nov 07, 2023•31 min•Season 4Ep. 15
En los últimos años se ha visto un aumento en las conductas desafiantes en el salón de clases. El trauma tiene mucho que ver con este comportamiento, por lo que hoy tenemos a la Dra. Johayra Bouza, para ayudarnos a entender la conexión que existe entre lo que se vive en casa y lo que sucede en el salón de clases, así cómo desarrollar estrategias para navegar los eventos de conducta desafiante y cómo comunicarlo a las familias para fomentar que estas estrategias también se apliquen en casa. Tópic...
Nov 07, 2023•32 min•Season 4Ep. 16
In today’s episode, Rommel Mendez, a toddler educator with over a decade of experience, shares his valuable insights and practical strategies for fostering trust, sensitivity, and emotional security in the classroom. His approach emphasizes meeting children where they are, understanding their unique needs, and equipping them with tools for self-regulation. The conversation also touches on adapting activities to cater to individual needs and interests, fostering relationships with parents, and ha...
Oct 24, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Hoy está con nosotros Rommel Mendez, maestro de niños pequeños en CPLC EHS-Phoenix. Con más de 10 años de experiencia trabajando con CPLC, Rommel viene a conversar sobre cómo la sensibilidad en el salón de clases puede ser una herramienta para entender mejor a tus estudiantes y facilitar el proceso de adaptación de las lecciones, resultando en una mejor experiencia en el salón de clases. Tópicos discutidos en este episodio: [02:39 - 04:04] Sensibilidad del maestro y la maestra para generar confi...
Oct 24, 2023•23 min•Season 4Ep. 14
In this episode, we discuss the profound impact of classroom relationships on learning and development. Today’s guest is Kate Matthew. Kate is a co-author and Project Director of the STREAMin3 curriculum model from the Center of Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning (CASTL) at the University of Virginia. Today she shares enlightening insights that underscore the crucial role that relationships between educators and students play in shaping successful learning environments. Drawing from her wea...
Oct 10, 2023•22 min•Season 4Ep. 12
The process of fostering children's critical thinking and problem-solving skills can be challenging yet rewarding. In today’s episode, you’ll hear an enlightening conversation with early childhood education expert, Shawn Kaplan, about the art of cultivating thoughtful interactions in children and unlocking their cognitive abilities. With 30 years of experience in the Early Education sector, Shawn Kaplan has supported Teachstone, the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE), and local schoo...
Sep 27, 2023•28 min•Season 4Ep. 11
En el episodio de hoy tenemos a Zaidaliz Beltrán e Iris García como invitadas, ambas iniciadas como maestras de preescolar en Head Start y actualmente consultoras en varios programas de Head Start en Puerto Rico y afiliadas CLASS Trainer - Pre-K. Iris y Zaidaliz han trabajado juntas por más de 20 años, les gusta viajar, entrenar y hacer largas caminatas. En esta conversación escucharás la importancia de planificar transiciones entre las actividades a lo largo del día, cómo benefician estas trans...
Sep 12, 2023•26 min•Season 4Ep. 10
As educators, we are all familiar with the hustle and bustle of a new academic year. It's a time filled with excitement, anxiety, hope, and often, an overwhelming to-do list. But amidst the chaos, it's essential to take a moment to breathe, refocus, and reconnect with our passion for teaching. In the latest episode of Teaching with Class, our host, Kate Cline, navigates us through the three Ws of teaching - the Why, the Who, and the What - offering actionable strategies to help educators reignit...
Aug 29, 2023•9 min•Season 4Ep. 9
In this podcast episode, we are introduced to the insightful Pamela Thompson, a director of teaching and learning at Neighborhood Villages in Boston. With a wealth of experience in early childhood education, Pamela shares her approach to fostering a sense of belonging in classrooms for children as young as 15 months. She explores the concept of an 'always yes' environment to nurture curiosity and open-ended exploration among young learners. The episode dives deep into the power of language, fami...
Aug 15, 2023•33 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Understanding how best to support strong-willed children is an important question in education. In today’s episode, Megin Ruston, an adept educator and online course facilitation manager, delves into the challenges and strategies associated with teaching strong-willed children. With her expertise in early childhood education, Megin provides insightful explanations of how temperament impacts behavior and classroom dynamics. The discussion encompasses strategies to identify rigid traits in toddler...
Aug 01, 2023•30 min•Season 4Ep. 7
En este episodio tenemos a María Cristina Caro como invitada para visitar estrategias de desarrollo de conceptos en el salón de clases, una práctica que ayuda a construir un alto nivel de pensamiento. El desarrollo de conceptos se basa en cuatro pilares fundamentales: Análisis y razonamiento, se logra preguntando el por qué y el cómo de las cosas, resolución de problemas, ejercicios de predicción y experimentación, y ejercicios de comparación y exploración. Creatividad, se basa en generar oportu...
Jul 18, 2023•26 min•Season 4Ep. 6
What does scuba diving have to do with concept development in early education? In today’s episode, we are joined by Maria Cristina Caro, a seasoned early childhood educator with decades of experience. Maria Cristina takes us on a deep dive into the world of concept development in early education, comparing the process to scuba diving. She shares her innovative strategies for making learning accessible to all children and underlines the importance of preparation, observation, and quality feedback...
Jul 18, 2023•21 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Children need to be calm and able to manage their emotions if they’re going to learn, but they can’t do that without tools to help them handle their emotions – especially the kind of yucky emotions that can really disrupt a student’s day or even a teacher’s day. In today’s episode, Jess Moorhead, a teacher from Memphis, TN, joins the podcast to explain some of the ways she helps her students develop socially and emotionally. Listen to the episode to learn about how Jess lays the groundwork for h...
Jul 05, 2023•31 min
How can you incorporate music into your classroom and what does that do for your students? What can it do for you? In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Mary Anderson, founder of My Music Starts Here and the creator and host of Songs and Stories on Virginia PBS. She has a lot of wonderful information to share about how sharing music with children impacts them. Listen to the episode to learn about how music affects communication and literacy, what’s happening in their lives and in their brains whe...
Jun 20, 2023•40 min•Season 4Ep. 3
