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 27, 2020 · 19 min
#134: How to Lift Your Spirits When You're Frustrated or Discouraged
Teaching is tough, and sometimes we feel down. Listen to discover over 20 ideas from fellow teachers for how to lift your spirts when you're feeling frustrated or encouraged. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/134
Jan 23, 2020 · 3 min
QT: Build Rapport with One Sentence
Love & Logic's One-Sentence Intervention is a super simple way to build rapport – even if you don't have much time.
Jan 20, 2020 · 5 min
QT: Make Meetings Worthwhile with an Issue List
Ever feel like meetings are a waste of time? Implementing an issue list will turn meetings into effective and powerful tool.
Jan 16, 2020 · 5 min
QT: We Cannot Find Our Identity in Teaching
If we find our identity in teaching, it will create a myriad of problems and keep us from experiencing the soul rest we desperately need.
Jan 13, 2020 · 21 min
#133: Self-Esteem & Positivity v. the Gospel
In our culture, we're often told the importance of loving ourselves, having good self-esteem, and thinking positively. But how does this jive with the message of the Gospel? Join us to discover how the Gospel offers something radically different – and so much better than the self-love and positivity movement. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/133 Find out more about the Gospel at www.truthforlife.org/thestory
Jan 9, 2020 · 4 min
QT: How to Make Self-Care and Time Off More Meaningful
Our physical rest and self-care should be tied to spiritual refreshment as we enjoy God and what He has done. Join us to discover what this might look like in your life.
Jan 6, 2020 · 4 min
QT: Why You Have to Make Rest a Priority
God designed us to need Sabbath rest, and we cannot violate our need for rest without consequences. Join the 40 Hour Teacher Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher.
Jan 2, 2020 · 4 min
A Backwards New Years' Resolution: Choose One Thing to STOP Doing
This year, let's resolve to STOP doing something. And, no, I'm not talking about a bad habit. Today I'm encouraging you to stop doing something good – with the goal of having more time and energy for something even better. Join the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
Dec 30, 2019 · 36 min
#132: Simplify Your Teacher Life
As teachers, a million and one things are coming at us all the time, threatening to overwhelm us. Join us as we discuss how to simplify & declutter your life so that you can be happier & more effective as a teacher. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/simplify Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
Dec 26, 2019 · 5 min
How to Guard Your Off Hours (while still getting done what you need to)
Do you schedule work hours and off hours? If not, you should definitely try it. Listen to discover how to use a work schedule to give you guilt-free time away – while also providing the time you need to get work done. Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
Dec 19, 2019 · 2 min
A Meaningful Last-Minute Gift Idea (for anyone)
Still need a few more presents? Listen to discover a meaningful gift idea that will work for anyone on your list.
Dec 16, 2019 · 3 min
A Small Change to Stop Giving Work Permission to Interrupt You
When we allow notifications on our phone we are giving things permission to interrupt us. That's why turning them off can make such a difference and give us back some space we so desperately need. Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
Dec 12, 2019 · 3 min
A Quick, Easy Way to Declutter Your Email Inbox
Is your email inbox cluttered with advertisements and subscriptions? The free tool unroll.me makes it easy to organize and declutter your inbox in just a few minutes. Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
Dec 9, 2019 · 16 min
#131: 60+ Classroom Reward Ideas
Rewards are a fun way to motivate students and celebrate progress, but seeing as we aren't made of money, sometimes we don't know what to give. Join us to discover over 60 fun, creative reward ideas for both elementary and secondary that are either free or inexpensive. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/rewards.
Dec 5, 2019 · 3 min
What to Do When You Don't Finish Everything You Wanted To
Our to-do list can feel overwhelming, but you'll feel so much better (and less stressed) when you create manageable daily to-do lists. Listen for a special tip for what to do when you don't finish every item on your list (this will make a huge difference in your outlook & mental energy.) Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
Dec 2, 2019 · 5 min
You'll Immediately Feel Less Stressed When You Do This
Every time I feel stressed I'm immediately helped by getting my thoughts out of my head and on to paper. Discover why this works and if you're stressed, take five minutes to try it now. Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Fast Track program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
Nov 28, 2019 · 6 min
QT: A Psalm of Thanksgiving
It's Thanksgiving time! Join us for a brief moment of praise, thanksgiving, and prayer.
Nov 25, 2019 · 33 min
#130: Building Classroom Community with Positivity Project
Amy Stohs, a 6th grade teacher from Virginia, joins us to talk about the Positivity Project, an exciting movement that helps grow students character and build classroom community. Join us to discover simple ways to engage your students in discussions about character, positivity, and the truth that other people matter. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/p2
Nov 21, 2019 · 4 min
QT: How to Save Time with Keyboard Shortcuts
Whenever you work at your computer, you can save time by using keyboard shortcuts. I share a few of my favorites in this quick thought episode. View the list and try them for yourself at www.teach4theheart.com/keyboard.
Nov 18, 2019 · 5 min
QT: Master Your To-Do List with This Small Adjustment
Are you overwhelmed by your mile long to-do list? Discover a simple framework that will help you focus on what matters most and feel better about what you've accomplished (all without taking any more time out of your day).