Welcome to Real Teachers Real Stories! A weekly podcast about our highs and lows of our teacher lives. Come join us on Instagram, & YouTube @ RealTeachersPod
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Welcome to Bad Teacher Tales, where each week we share the good, the bad, and the “what the hell?!” of daily teacher life. We’ll expose workplace woes that range from unrealistic to impossibly asinine. We’ll postulate on parental problems and admin antics. We might even learn a helpful tip or trick, and while we may be “Bad” teachers, we will always leave remembering our Why…those beautiful, bright, baffling, students!
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What do you do when you're a school board trustee? Join me, Scara, and School Board Trustee Rick Garcia for all things board member! HUGE thank you to Rick for taking to time to do this interview. Highlights include: 1:20 - 1:1 devices 5:25 - Artificial Intelligence 9:28 - teacher burnout 12:59 - equity across all SES 16:50 - teacher pay! (DO IT!) …
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What do you do when you're a school board trustee? Join me, Scara, and School Board Trustee Rick Garcia for all things board member! HUGE thank you to Rick for taking to time to do this interview. Highlights include: 13:05 - what do trustees do between public meetings? 14:47 - how do you handle "that" member? 17:54 - banned books 25:30 - vouchers, …
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What do you do when you're a teacher and the technology changes? Highlights include: What "raw dogging" means to the current generation. It's not what you think. Reference to the beloved "Oregan Trail". The thrill of the teacher rolling in the movie cart. "Homework Hotlines" - a concept new to Scara, or maybe she just chose not to acknowledge it? I…
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What do you do when you're a teacher and the technology changes? Highlights include: What "raw dogging" means to the current generation. It's not what you think. Reference to the beloved "Oregan Trail". The thrill of the teacher rolling in the movie cart. "Homework Hotlines" - a concept new to Scara, or maybe she just chose not to acknowledge it? I…
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What do you do when a student is not motivated by anything except...pickles? We begin with a story from a teacher in Spring, TX. She shares with us how she solved the age-old teacher problem of motivating THAT student with a unique and, dare I say, genius method. Sly and Scara each share a Why We Do This from their week. Sly shares how she turned a…
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What would you do if you were asked to sign a NDA for your own sexual assault? In this episode, we hear from three educators starting with a high school librarian from East Texas. She shares a time she was asked to sign a NDA when being questioned about her principal touching her inappropriately. Next an 8th grade middle school teacher shares his e…
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What would you do if you passed young students discussing condoms? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” "Educator Gifts," or "Educator Shout Out!" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follo…
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What do you do when the principal calls you into the office for a meeting, but you're a teacher not a student. IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” "Educator Gifts," or "Educator Shout Out!" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion For…
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What do you do when a student mocks your lesson, undermining its value and your authority? Find out what this teach did to move forward after experiencing something every educator faces more than you would like to know! IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” "Educator Gifts," or "Educator Shout Out!" co…
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What do you do when you see a former student "in the wild" at your side gig? This episode also includes educator shout-outs! Special thanks to the teachers and admin who made a difference in our lives: Ted Levy (Levy minutes!) Deidra Lyons-Lewis Grant Richardson and Mr. Hood IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things T…
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What do you do when you know students need more support than they are receiving but no one is listening to you? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteache…
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Mini-Stories! Enjoy these five short stories! IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcast (Facebook)…
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Here is a taste of what we have going on over in Patreon! To listen now, join me and Sly for $5 a month. This contribution not only helps offset our costs but gives you immediate access to our previous Patreon episodes. In this unedited episode, Sly and I get into all sorts of side conversations with 20 minutes of extra material! Support the show…
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Here is a taste of what we have going on over in Patreon! To listen now, join me and Sly for $5 a month. This contribution not only helps offset our costs, but gives you immediate access to our previous Patreon episodes. Thanks for the consideration! See you next week for Episode 10 on our main feed. Patreon Support the show…
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What do you do when you learn the real reason a girl’s family didn’t show up for her performance? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.c…
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What do you do when you’re a parent and something feels “off” about a situation with a teacher? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com…
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What do you do when your teacher “spidey-sense” goes off? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcas…
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Patreon Ep. 1 (in two parts): What's going on in HISD?! Description: What do you do when your district is taken over by the state? Join Patreon to listen! Patreon Support the show
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What do you do when a parent names you in a lawsuit? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcast (Fa…
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What do you do when bills are passed that directly affect your job? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tale…
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What do you do when a child breaks an expensive instrument in the middle of the concert? 1. The game is Hay Day. 2. Luthier (LOO-TEE-ER or LOO-THEE-ER!) 3. Listen until the very end for a special treat. (This happens in previous episodes as well.) IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gift…
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What do you do when you give high school students lumps of clay before thinking through the - should be - expected outcome? We will be taking one week off during this busy time and returning on February 8th! IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions S…
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What do you do when several of you students are pregnant at the same time you are? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: B…
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What do you do when you are so used to bad behavior at a former school, you assume it is the same everywhere? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachert…
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What do you do when an admin decides to do a walk-through observation when you've just given students permission to say "ass" in your class. IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggest…
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What do you do when the tapping Just. Won't. Stop. FINAL EPISODE THIS SEASON! I will return mid-January with an all-new season while you catch up on any un-played episodes! BUT... a special episode featuring information and opinions from three HISD, state-run schools will appear in the $5 Patreon and Buzzfeed feed soon! (See below for support links…
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What are your rights as a teacher who is injured as a result of a student's action? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This,” “Things That Work,” or "Educator Gifts" complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: …
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A couple weeks ago I was invited as a Guest Host on the amazing Houston-based podcast Neighbors Don't Knock. We discuss what's going on in the classroom and debunk some education rumors. Listen and follow then return here for tomorrow's episode! Website: https://www.neighborsdontknock.com/ YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/DRlWukGGXMo?si=qsKowtju0d…
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What do you do when you and your students work hard to prepare for Open House, just to have everyone leave once the performance starts? A huuuuge THANK YOU to everyone who listened and shared! The podcast hit 1000 downloads this week - a major achievement that would not have been possible without your support. IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own mai…
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What happens when a former student tries to cross that line? GIVEAWAY! Head over to my Facebook group (I'm old, I know. Eventually I'll learn other platforms...) and join for details. Winners selected the evening of Friday, October 13th! IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This” or “Things That Work” complete this form: BTT Su…
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What happens when a parent thinks their child can do no wrong? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This” or “Things That Work” complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcast (Facebook), …
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A glimpse into teaching 50 years ago. IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This” or “Things That Work” complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcast (Facebook), @BadTeacherTales ("X", fo…
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What happens when you take a day off to attend a subject-based conference? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This” or “Things That Work” complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcast …
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What do you do when a student brings a baggie full of change for a class party but an unwanted bonus is included? IT'S YOUR TURN! To submit your own main story, “Why We Do This” or “Things That Work” complete this form: BTT Submissions Suggestions? Want to know more about something? Need advice? Suggestion Form! Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com …
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What do you do when the district cuts SEL programs amidst several students completing suicide? Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is currently experiencing thoughts of suicide, or a mental health or substance abuse crisis, please call 9-8-8 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Life…
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What do you do when you're asked to stay on campus while a kid welding a knife is looking for you? Thank you for all the support! We have listened to your feedback and hope you like the changes. Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcast (Facebook), @BadTeacherTales ("X", formerly known as Twitter) To submit your own…
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What do you do when you're asked to prepare a performance for the school board in four days, then asked to include a special guest on the day of performance? Thank you for all the support! We have listened to your feedback and hope you like the changes. Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcast (Facebook), @BadTeach…
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What do you do when a student wishes harm for you and your unborn child? Thank you for all the support! We have listened to your feedback and hope you like the changes. Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcast (Facebook), @BadTeacherTales ("X", formerly known as Twitter) To submit your own story, “Why We Do This” o…
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What do you do when left in a classroom full of kids before you've even officially started? Welcome to our first episode! We are so excited to take on this journey together and learn a thing or two about our careers and what really keeps educators going. Email us: badteachertales@gmail.com Follow us: Bad Teacher Tales - Podcast (Facebook), @BadTeac…
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Tristina and Steven are back after a long summer break! They're ready to kick off the school year and get back to weekly podcasts. Remember to follow us on Instagram & Twitter at @realteacherspod!Real Teachers: Real Stories
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On this extended episode of episode 4, Tristina tries to convince Steven to finally get his own teacher Instagram account! The accounts mentioned during this episode are only SOME of the amazing people on teacher Instagram! Do you have an account? Follow Tristina @onceuponaclassroomnj and help us think of a name for Steven! Don't forget to subscrib…
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The stress levels are high in this episode where Steven discusses his first week back after his eight weeks on disability! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode and follow us on Instagram: @realteacherspod.Real Teachers: Real Stories
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Having a hard time trying to balance being a teacher and everything else in your life? Us too! We sit down with our friend Christina to talk about how we try to balance our crazy schedules! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode and follow us on Instagram: @realteacherspod.Real Teachers: Real Stories
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