Teach 4 the Heart

Linda Kardamis | Educational Consultant & Founder of Teach 4 the Heart

In the Teach 4 the Heart podcast, Linda Kardamis shares ideas and inspiration to help you overcome your teaching challenges and make a lasting difference in your students' lives.

Designed for Christian teachers in both public and private schools, Teach 4 the Heart strives to present every discussion from a Biblical perspective.

Season 1 will discuss classroom management. Future season's topics TBA but will likely include work/life balance, how our faith should affect our teaching, and more.

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Jan 4, 2021 · 5 min
QT: How to Know When You've Done Enough
The responsibilities are extra-overwhelming. How do we know we've done enough? Join us to discover why that's not actually the right question to ask, and what to consider instead. Get the Tame Your To-Do List System for Teachers at www.teach4theheart.com/tame.
Dec 31, 2020 · 5 min
QT: If You're Not Ready to Go Back to School
While we're thankful 2020 is over, you may feel quite overwhelmed by the thought of heading back to school in 2021. If so, join us for a time in the psalms as we re-orient our thinking to an eternal perspective.
Dec 28, 2020 · 15 min
158: Identify & Fix Classroom Issues in 4 Simple Steps
Whether you're heading back in-person or online, the return from Christmas break provides an opportunity to reset your classroom and fix a lot of the issues that may have plagued you in the first semester. Join us to discover a simple 4-step process to tune up your (virtual or in-person) classroom and make things run a bit more smoothly.
Dec 17, 2020 · 4 min
QT: Refresh Yourself Over Break!
We desperately need to take time to refresh over break, but if you don't plan it in your schedule, it might not happen! Share what you plan to do to refresh this break in our Facebook group at www.teach4theheart.com/facebook.
Dec 14, 2020 · 5 min
QT: Super Easy Last-Minute Gift Idea for Your Students (or Fellow Teachers)
Want to give your students a gift but haven't had the time or money to get anything? We've got you covered! Listen for a super easy (and free) idea. Then head to www.teach4theheart.com/homeworkpass to download the free template. Books (or ebooks) are a great last-minute gift for fellow teachers. Grab one at www.teach4theheart.com/books.
Dec 10, 2020 · 3 min
QT: How to Stay Connected with Virtual Students While Teaching In-Person
If you're teaching in-person but also have virtual students, too, then you know how hard it is to keep track of the needs of both! Listen for a quick tip to help you stay connected to your virtual student(s) while teaching the rest of the class in-person. Do you feel unorganized & frazzled as a teacher? Sign up for the Organized Teacher Framework at www.teach4theheart.com/organized. (affiliate link)
Dec 7, 2020 · 4 min
QT: Have Students Create Review Activities
Did you know you can have your students create review activities (like Kahoot quizzes) for you? Not only will it save you time, but it will also be a great learning experience for them! Listen for details. And if you're struggling with student behavior, get our free classroom management minicourse at www.teach4theheart.com/minicourse (helpful for both in-person and online teaching)
Dec 3, 2020 · 6 min
QT: Some Smart & Surprising Way to Get Help This Year
Ever wish you could clone yourself so you could get more done - or be in two places at once? Well, listen today for some ideas for where to get someone to help you out with your class. Make sure you're on our email list to get 3 gifts December 8-10. Sign up at www.teach4theheart.com. Secondary math teachers, sign up for the 3 math gifts form our partner brand MathLight at www.mymathlight.com/updates.
Nov 30, 2020 · 17 min
157: Surviving Pandemic Teaching without Burning Out
Teaching is so utterly overwhelming this year; almost everyone is on the brink of burnout. Join us to discover five key realizations that will help you rein in your to-do list and get through this year without burning out. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/157.
Nov 23, 2020 · 7 min
QT: Pep Talk: Step Back & See How Far You've Come!
When we're in the middle of a season of intense challenge, it's easy to be utterly overwhelmed by how far we have to go. But it can be hugely helpful to take a step back and consider how far we've come. That's what we'll do today. Check out our Holiday Merch Shop at www.teach4theheart.com/merch.
Nov 19, 2020 · 5 min
QT: Keeping Everyone on the Same Page
Do you have students scattered all over the place? Maybe you're on a hybrid schedule; or maybe some students are in-person & others online? Listen for a simple strategy to help keep students connected & on the same page, even when they're not all together at the same time. Check out our Holiday Merch Shop at www.teach4theheart.com/merch.
Nov 16, 2020 · 21 min
156: 6 Ways to Make Direct Instruction More Engaging (in-person OR online)
We definitely want our students practicing and applying what they've learned, but direct instruction is also vital. Listen to discover six ways to make direct instruction more engaging - drawing students in and getting them excited to learn.
Nov 12, 2020 · 4 min
QT: Pep Talk: God is With You & Using You
When things feel overwhelming, we need to remind ourselves of what is true. Join us as we do just that, reminding ourselves that God is in control, that He is with us, that He is our strength, and that He is at work in and through us in these days.
Nov 9, 2020 · 3 min
QT: Getting Student Feedback
This year more than ever, you should definitely take a few minutes to ask your students how things are going. Listen for tips on how to do this quickly & easily. Get more support in creating a vibrant classroom culture in Beyond Classroom Management at www.teach4theheart.com/beyond.
Nov 5, 2020 · 4 min
QT: Reducing Screen Time in Virtual Learning
We are so thankful we have the internet to aid our remote learning, but just because we're using technology doesn't mean that everything must be - or should be - done on the screen. Join us to discover simple & easy ways to give your students a break from the screen. Join our Facebook group at www.teach4theheart.com/facebook.
Nov 2, 2020 · 40 min
155: Grace Over Grind: Eliminate Teacher Stress by Working in God's Grace
The pressure of our to-do list can be overwhelming, but yet God calls us to rest. How can this be? Join us to discover a God-centered approach to work, and how to rely on His grace to truly eliminate stress and find balance, despite the busyness. Get the summit audio album at www.riseupchristianeducators.com.
Oct 29, 2020 · 2 min
QT: Do Your Best & Forget the Rest
As Christians, we are called to do our best, but once we've done that, the results are in God's hands. Join us for a word of encouragement as we seek to do our best and not stress about the rest. Need some help figuring out how to let go of stress and trust God? Join us in Teach Uplifted at www.teachuplifted.com.
Oct 26, 2020 · 5 min
QT: Using Family Clean Up to Keep Your Home in Order
A few weeks ago we instituted Family Clean Up at our house, and it's been a huge help, already. Listen to discover how it works. And get the full program at www.teach4theheart.com/chores.
Oct 22, 2020 · 2 min
QT: Dealing with Difficult People
Jackie Matthews share a key insight for dealing with difficult people. This is just a small clip from the full session. Catch the full interview at the Rise Up Summit October 22-27. Sign up for free at www.riseupchristianeducators.com
Oct 19, 2020 · 17 min
154: Finding Encouragement & Connection in a Year of Social Distancing
This year has brought so many extra challenges, and our lack of connection only expounds them. The truth is that we need each other and meaningful connection can bring us the encouragement and ideas we need. Join us as we discuss how and why we can find encouragement and connection, even with social distancing. We also warmly invite you to our Rise Up Summit, a free online conference for Christian educators. You can attend online only OR grab a friend and watch it together. The connection and discussion will be invaluable! Sign up for free at www.riseupchristianeducators.com.