Episodes

  • 389: How to Start Fresh (Even If Last Year Was Hard)

    389: How to Start Fresh (Even If Last Year Was Hard)
    Jun 29 2026
    LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/389 So, last school year didn't go as you hoped, and it's hard not to carry that into a new one. How do you actually start fresh when discouragement, frustration, or self-doubt are still lingering? In this episode, Linda and Jen share simple, practical steps to reset your mindset, let go of the past, and step into the new school year with clarity and confidence. 00:00 Overcoming Classroom Challenges
    02:43 Believing in Change
    05:36 Creating a Classroom Management Plan
    12:51 Teaching Procedures and Expectations
    15:35 Insisting on Consistency
    20:21 Building Relationships and Teaching Effectively Resources/Links Mentioned: Your Smooth-Running Class: https://teach4theheart.com/smooth How to Teach Procedures: https://teach4theheart.com/how-to-teach-procedures-that-your-students-will-actually-follow/
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    25 mins
  • News: Your Smooth Running Class Starts July 6

    News: Your Smooth Running Class Starts July 6
    Jun 25 2026

    This year, prevent classroom chaos before it starts! In Your Smooth-Running Class, you'll create a classroom management plan that gives you the clarity, confidence, and tools you need to reduce disruptions & create a smooth-running class. 4-week program begins July 6. Sign up at www.teach4theheart.com/smooth.

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    5 mins
  • News: Limited Planners Left!

    News: Limited Planners Left!
    Jun 24 2026

    Christian teachers love Pray & Plan because it's a planner that helps them not only get done what matters most but also make space for peace and rest, too. But don't wait to get yours - last year we sold out early! Reserve your planner now at www.teach4theheart.com/planner.
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    2 mins
  • News: Resources for Your School

    News: Resources for Your School
    Jun 1 2026

    If you think teachers at your school could benefit from the advice & training found at Teach 4 the Heart, listen in to discover more about our school resources. Schools can purchase individual course licenses, group PD workshops, and more! Get all the details at www.teach4theheart.com/schools or reach out to our team at hello@teach4theheart.com.
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    8 mins
  • 388: 5 Things That Actually Matter This Summer

    388: 5 Things That Actually Matter This Summer
    May 25 2026

    LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/388

    Summer is finally here! But how should you actually spend it? After a long school year, it's tempting to either do nothing at all or try to do everything. But what if there's a better way to approach your summer that leaves you truly rested and prepared for what's ahead? In this episode, Linda and Jen talk through practical ways to prepare for next year without overworking your summer.


    00:00 Embracing Summer: Intentional Planning for Teachers
    06:30 The Importance of Rest and Refreshment
    09:21 Professional Development: Growing as Educators
    16:17 Creating Memories: The Value of Travel and Relationships
    21:14 Preparing for the Upcoming School Year


    Resources/Links Mentioned:

    Summer Sale: www.teach4theheart.com/summer
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    22 mins
  • 387: Why God Allows Hard Times: and How to Trust Him in Them

    387: Why God Allows Hard Times: and How to Trust Him in Them
    May 18 2026
    LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/387 Hard seasons are an inevitable part of life, and teaching can make them feel even heavier. When challenges pile up, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or unsure how to keep going. But even in the midst of difficulty, God is present and at work in ways we may not always see. In this episode, Linda and Sarah talk about what it looks like to truly lean on God during life's hard seasons—finding strength, perspective, and hope in Him! 00:00 Understanding Suffering and Trusting God
    04:48 The Biblical Framework: Creation, Fall, and Redemption
    09:58 The Role of Christ in Our Suffering
    20:48 Hope for the Future: The Promise of Glory Resources/Links Mentioned: Hope Renewed: https://teach4theheart.com/renew
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    25 mins
  • 386: "My Coworker is Always Stressed"

    386: "My Coworker is Always Stressed"
    May 11 2026
    LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/386 Working closely with a co-teacher can be challenging—especially when you share different beliefs or they seem constantly stressed. When your faith is central to how you teach and lead, those differences can feel even more noticeable and difficult to navigate. In this episode, Linda and Julie talk through practical ways to approach these situations with wisdom and grace. 00:00 Navigating Stressful Coworker Relationships
    05:46 Being a Light in the Workplace
    07:53 Maintaining Personal Well-being
    08:51 Reframing Responsibility and Stress
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    11 mins
  • 385: What Would Jesus Do for Classroom Management?

    385: What Would Jesus Do for Classroom Management?
    May 4 2026
    LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/385 When it comes to classroom management, it's easy to wonder what the "right" response is in challenging moments. As Christian teachers, we don't just want strategies that work—we want to reflect Christ in the way we lead and respond to our students. But what would that actually look like? In this episode, Linda and Julie explore what it might look like to handle classroom challenges through the lens of Jesus' character. 00:00 What Would Jesus Do in the Classroom?
    08:50 Imagining Jesus as a Modern Teacher
    19:31 The Importance of Spending Time with Jesus Resources/Links Mentioned: Classroom Management 101: https://teach4theheart.com/cm101 Prayer Challenge: https://teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge/ How to Reduce Disruptions So You Can Actually Teach: https://teach4theheart.com/free
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    22 mins