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 teacher who’s just beginning this journey. I’m walking you through five things that m ... Show More
Mar 2026
Episode 173 - Brain Science Meets the Classroom: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Riegel
As teachers, we are incredibly well-trained in structure, curriculum, and how to organize the day-to-day of teaching. But what about the human side of the classroom—for both our students and ourselves?In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Riegel to explore what really drives beha ... Show More
34m 36s
Mar 2026
Episode 172. Why Your EL Lessons Feel Scattered (and How Backward Design Fixes It)
In this episode, I’m diving into lesson planning and introducing a process called backward design, which is a truly great way to plan for our English Learner (EL) students. You will hear how backward design differs from the traditional, “build-as-you-go” approach that often leave ... Show More
18m 10s
May 2023
49. Navigating the First Year of Teaching: Veteran Insights on Common Challenges
Join us on the New Teacher Success Network podcast as we dive into the common 'what if' scenarios that new teachers often face during their first year in the classroom. In this episode, seasoned educator, Emily Muccianti, shares her practical advice and strategies for regaining c ... Show More
23m 45s
Apr 2023
46. Essential End of School Year Tasks for New Teachers
As a new teacher, the end of the school year can be super overwhelming. In this episode, we break down the 5 essential end of the school year tasks that you need to complete before summer break. Learn how to wrap up the curriculum, clean and organize your classroom, complete pape ... Show More
13m 39s
Jan 2024
12. Worries to Wins: Overcome the 5 Top Worries of New Teachers
<p>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.</p><p>New teachers often grapple with common worries that can impact their confidence ... Show More
29m 24s
Aug 2013
1: Best Practices for Teaching English Learners
<p><span style= "color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 23.799999237060547px;"> Kim, a passionate ESL teacher and our very first guest, talks candidly about the complexities of teaching English learners: the power imbalance that a ... Show More
1h 38m
Feb 2023
Professional Development in ELT
🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.In this episode, we meet Nicola Prentis, also known as the Chilled Investor. Nicola shares her journey transitioning from ELT to supporting ESL teachers in better managing their finances and making th ... Show More
29m 48s
Jun 2024
Reinventing yourself in the ESL industry
🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.In this episode of ESL Talk, we sit down with Carina, a seasoned ESL educator, to delve into the art of professional reinvention within the ESL industry. With years of experience under her belt, Carin ... Show More
38m 31s