Episodes

  • News: Free Back-to-School Classroom Management & Motivation Training

    News: Free Back-to-School Classroom Management & Motivation Training
    Jul 21 2026

    Don't let behavior issues & lack of motivation derail this new year! Join us at the FREE Back-to-School Classroom Management & Motivation Training, where you'll learn six keys to start the year right and create a classroom that's focused & on-task (without all the disruptions)! Save your spot at www.teach4theheart.com/training.

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    4 mins
  • 392: "Help! I Spend More Time Correcting Behavior Than I Do Teaching."

    392: "Help! I Spend More Time Correcting Behavior Than I Do Teaching."
    Jul 20 2026
    LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/392 When classroom behavior takes up most of your instructional time, it can leave you feeling drained, frustrated, and pulled away from actually teaching. In this episode, we'll explore strategies to help you lead your classroom with more confidence and structure so you can reduce disruptions and focus more on instruction and student learning. 00:00 Navigating Classroom Management Challenges
    03:49 Strategies for Effective Classroom Management
    06:39 Empowering Teachers to Take Control
    09:39 Engaging Students Without Losing Instructional Time Resources/Links Mentioned: Classroom Management & Motivation Training: https://teach4theheart.com/backtoschooltraining
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    11 mins
  • 390: What To Do When Curriculum Brings Up Sticky Questions About Faith

    390: What To Do When Curriculum Brings Up Sticky Questions About Faith
    Jul 6 2026

    LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/390

    Teaching in a public school can sometimes bring difficult moments—especially when required curriculum or classroom discussions raise questions about faith. In this episode, we talk honestly about how Christian teachers can navigate those situations while still reflecting Christ to their students every day.

    00:00 Navigating Faith in Public Education
    08:40 The Role of Prayer and Influence in Teaching


    Resources/Links Mentioned:

    Episode 345: How to Be a Light for Christ in the Public School (without Breaking the Law!): https://teach4theheart.com/podcast-light-v-law/
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    9 mins
  • 391: How to Create Your Yearly Curriculum Plan

    391: How to Create Your Yearly Curriculum Plan
    Jul 13 2026
    LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/391 Planning out your year can feel overwhelming. How do you balance pacing, testing schedules, days off, and the unexpected disruptions that always seem to come up? In this episode, we'll share practical tips to help you map out your curriculum, so you can stay organized without constantly feeling behind. 00:00 Planning Your Curriculum: An Overview
    12:44 Creating a Yearly Curriculum Map
    24:43 Adjusting Plans and Flexibility in Teaching Resources/Links Mentioned: Pray and Plan Planner: https://teach4theheart.com/planner
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    26 mins
  • 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: 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