Teaching is an exciting ride, but it comes with its fair share of worries, especially for newcomers. From connecting with students to balancing work and life, these concerns can be daunting. New teachers often grapple with common worries that can impact their confidence in and out of the classroom. But we are here to help that… During the show, we discuss th ... Show More
May 31
137. Teacher Hot Takes: The Things We’re Not Supposed to Say
This is a very honest (and slightly spicy!) episode of Rainbow Skies for Teachers! We are sharing our biggest hot takes about teaching and education right now. From report cards and staff meetings to screen time, teaching slides, homework, and math textbooks, nothing is off limit ... Show More
48m 17s
May 24
136. Teacher Burnout: How to Stop Running on Empty
Burnout in teaching is real and if you’ve ever felt constantly exhausted, overwhelmed, or like you’re running on empty, this episode is for you.In this honest and eye-opening conversation, Ashleigh sits down with burnout coach Filly to unpack what burnout actually looks like in t ... Show More
50m 22s
May 17
135. Creating Kind Classrooms - 5 Ideas to Teach your Students Kindness
Today, we are diving into how to teach kindness in the classroom all year round and why small, intentional moments can have a lasting impact on your students.Teaching kindness is something we all have ‘on the list’. So, we wanted to share practical strategies and activities that ... Show More
14m 22s
Jul 2025
Teaching Overconfident Students
🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.In this episode of ESL Talk, we tackle the challenge of teaching overconfident students. Our special guest, Melanie from Diction HQ, shares her expert strategies and insights on how to effectively eng ... Show More
41m 58s
Jun 2025
Episode 160 - Your First Year as an EL Teacher- What Matters Most
Starting your first year as an EL teacher can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Especially if you're stepping into a new building, new subject, or working with newcomers for the first time. In this episode, I’m answering a listener question from a music teacher-turned-EL teach ... Show More
20m 15s