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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Jun 27, 2019 · 7 min
QT: The Best Bible Memory Tool
Bible memory is vital, but we often feel we don't have the time. Join us to discover an awesome app that will help you memorize Scripture anytime anywhere – in the time you usually waste browsing your phone. Search Bible Memory App in the app store or visit www.biblememory.com.
Jun 24, 2019 · 5 min
QT: When We Suffer for Doing Good
In this quick thought podcast, we dive into I Peter 2-3 and discover what God's Word has to say when we suffer for doing good. Join us for this encouraging word.
Jun 20, 2019 · 3 min
QT: Building Relationships for Future Gospel Impact
In this quick thought podcast, we discuss the importance of building relationships now – and the possibilities they might open for gospel impact in years to come.
Jun 17, 2019 · 28 min
#118: How Elizabeth Went from Barely Surviving to Thriving as a Balanced Teacher
In this episode, we speak with Elizabeth Chapman, high school English teacher & mom of two. Two years ago, she experienced her what she considers her worst year as a teacher – overwhelmed, exhausted, and stressed. But this past year, she reports, was possibly her best yet! What made the difference? She shares her secrets – and some amazing tips for all of us – in this enlightening and encouraging conversation. Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
Jun 13, 2019 · 4 min
QT: Kahoot – a Great Tool for Fun Reviews
Have you tried Kahoot? In this quick thought podcast, we discuss this awesome review tool and how to use it in your classroom. Check it out at www.kahoot.com.
Jun 10, 2019 · 3 min
QT: Screen Time Checklist
Join us in this quick thought episode to discover a simple tool to help hold your kids accountable and make this a summer of learning and fun – not just screen time.
Jun 6, 2019 · 5 min
QT: An Easy Organizational Tip that Will Save You Time
In this quick thought episode, we discuss an organization tip that's easy to set up and will save you time every month.
Jun 3, 2019 · 11 min
#117: A Fresh Start: Encouragement for Teachers Who Feel Like Giving Up
Have you had a rough school year? The good news is that next year provides a fresh start, and in it you can reinvent your entire classroom culture! Join us for some encouragement & practical advice to turn things around and get to the point where you love teaching again. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/freshstart Resources mentioned: Guided self-reflection: www.teach4theheart.com/reflect Create Your Dream Classroom: www.teach4theheart.com/dreamclassroom Classroom Management 101: www.teach4theheart.com/cm101 Angela Watson's 40 Hour Teacher Workweek: www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
May 20, 2019 · 16 min
#116: 10 Things NOT to Do the Last Weeks of School
As the school year comes to a close, let's make the most of these last weeks and finish the year strong. Join us as we discuss ten mistakes to avoid during these final weeks. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/lastweeks Get the free guided self-reflection at www.teach4theheart.com/reflect Join one of our summer book clubs at www.teach4theheart.com/bookclub
May 6, 2019 · 16 min
#115: How to Show Real Love to Our Students (even when they're not acting lovable)
Love is powerful, but sometimes showing real love to our students is easier said than done. Join us as we dive into I Cor. 13 to discover what real love looks like – and the key to actually being able to love this way. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/reallove
Apr 22, 2019 · 22 min
#114: Why You Should View Teaching as a Ministry
Teaching is more than just a job. It's a calling and unique privilege. And as Christian teachers, it takes on even more significance as we realize God has placed us right where we are for a reason. Join us as we discuss why we should view teaching as a ministry and some practical examples of what that looks like. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/ministry. Get the free Teach with Faith training at www.teach4theheart.com/teachwithfaith Join our free 21-Day Prayer Challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge
Apr 8, 2019 · 25 min
#113: How Should Christians Respond to Turmoil & Evil?
As Christian teachers, it's easy to get bogged down in all the turmoil, injustice, and evil that surrounds us. But how should we respond? And how can the right response not only give us peace but also become a bright light to our students & colleagues. Join us as we discuss these important questions. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/turmoil.
Mar 25, 2019 · 15 min
#112: Win Student Buy-In & Get Everyone on the Same Team
Does teaching ever feel like a battle? Like you're forcing your students to learn against their will? Join us to discover strategies to win your students' buy-in and get everyone working together on the same team. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/sameteam Find out more about Beyond Classroom Management at www.teach4theheart.com/beyond
Mar 11, 2019 · 36 min
#111: 30 Powerful Classroom Management Strategies You Can Implement Right Away
Looking for some tried and true classroom management strategies that will actually work in your classroom? Join us in this episode to discover 30 powerful classroom management strategies you can implement right away. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/strategies
Feb 25, 2019 · 21 min
#110: Turn Boring Worksheets into Engaging Activities (7 Easy Ways)
What if you could turn your existing worksheets into engaging activities that truly grabbed and kept your students' focus – without spending tons of time and effort creating them? That's exactly what we're going to do in this episode. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/rethinkworksheets
Feb 11, 2019 · 14 min
#109: Teaching through Pregnancy & Morning Sickness
Teaching while pregnant is no picnic. Add morning sickness to the mix and you might be wondering if you're going to make it. Join us to discover some tips for dealing with morning sickness and other pregnancy symptoms while teaching. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/pregnant
Jan 28, 2019 · 23 min
#108: What to Do When Teaching is Tough
There's no doubt about it - teaching is tough. But as followers of Christ, the way we deal with these challenges should be radically different than how everyone else does. Join us as we discuss how to thrive as a teacher, even when things are going wrong. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/teachingistough Join us in Teach Uplifted at www.teachuplifted.com
Jan 14, 2019 · 14 min
#107: 20 Questions to Better Understand Your Students
We all know how important strong relationships are to successful teaching. But in order to build strong relationships, we need to understand how our students think and why they make the choices that they do. Join us in this episode to discover twenty questions that will help you better understand your students. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/questions Find out more about Beyond Classroom Management at www.teach4theheart.com/beyond
Dec 27, 2018 · 15 min
#106: 6 Resolutions to Reclaim Your Time & Finally Find Balance as a Teacher
Ready to reclaim your time and fight for balance as a teacher? Join us as we discuss six resolutions that will help you do just that. Join our free Reclaim Your Time Challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/reclaim. Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/resolutions
Dec 10, 2018 · 22 min
#105: The Secret to a Balanced Life as a Teacher
Living a balanced life can feel impossible as a teacher, but it's not. Join us to discover two secrets all balanced teachers know - and how you can implement them, too. Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/balancesecret