The Minimalist Educator Podcast

Apr 15 2025 72 ep. 24 mins 1
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A podcast about paring down to focus on the purpose and priorities in our roles.

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Episode 069: Leading with Love: Putting People First in Education with Laurie Namey

Apr 15 2025 27 mins  
Laurie Namey shares how prioritizing people first in educational leadership leads to transformative school cultures and student achievement. Her leadership philosophy centers on a minimalist principle, proving that when people are valued first, everything else falls into place. • Prioritize people by day, paperwork by night • The physical environment communicates value – stud

Episode 068: From Classroom to Corporate with Lindsay Durkin

Apr 08 2025 26 mins  
Lindsay Durkin shares her transformative transition from a passionate first-grade teacher to a corporate training manager, reflecting on the challenges of feeling unfulfilled in teaching and the valuable skills she carries into her new role. The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's value beyond the classroom and the potential for finding fulfillment in a different

Episode 067: The Power of Personalized Tutoring with Craig Rudolph

Apr 01 2025 26 mins  
Discover how personalized tutoring reshapes lives and builds pathways to success in this engaging episode of the Minimalist Educator Podcast, featuring Craig Rudolph, owner of School is Easy Tutoring in Edmonton. With a background in banking and a passion for education, Craig transitioned to tutoring, highlighting the critical human touch in learning experiences. In a world increas

Episode 066: The Twin Sins of Planning with Tammy and Christine

Mar 25 2025 24 mins  
Can activity-packed lessons actually hinder true learning? Join Tammy and Christine on the Minimalist Educator Podcast as we unravel the "twin sins of planning," a thought-provoking concept brought to light by McTighe and Willis. We promise you'll walk away with a deeper understanding of how the focus on fun, activity-oriented lessons and an obsession with content coverage can unin

Episode 065: The Double Whammy Strategy with Christine and Tammy

Mar 18 2025 20 mins  
Unlock the secrets of effective teaching by mastering the "double whammy" strategy with us on this week's Minimalist Educator Podcast. We'll guide you through the art of teaching content and learning behaviors simultaneously, a transformative approach pioneered by Guy Claxton. Discover how adopting this dual focus can reshape your classroom, ensuring that students not only absorb a

Episode 064: Focusing on One Teaching Point with Tammy and Christine

Mar 11 2025 22 mins  
This episode emphasizes the value of focusing on one teaching point to enhance clarity and learning outcomes in the classroom. Through practical strategies, real-life examples, and discussions on cognitive load, the hosts provide insights into effective teaching practices that can improve student success while promoting a minimalist approach to education. • Exploring the definiti

Episode 063: Mastering Curriculum Development with Jill Cross

Mar 04 2025 26 mins  
Join us for a compelling journey into the art of curriculum development with our brilliant guest, Jill Cross, a National Board Certified Teacher and seasoned curriculum director. Jill shares her diverse experiences across various educational settings, from small Catholic schools to innovative museum schools, and her current role at an independent Jewish day school in Memphis, Tenne

Episode 062: Unlocking Empathy in Educational Leadership with Dr. Tom Hoerr

Feb 25 2025 29 mins  
Discover the transformative power of empathy in education with Dr. Tom Hoerr, a distinguished educator and author whose 37-year journey in educational leadership is nothing short of inspiring. As we discuss his insightful book, "The Principal as Chief Empathy Officer," Tom explains why empathy is not just a buzzword but a crucial element for nurturing growth among students and staf

Episode 061: Deep Dive into Effective Science Teaching with Lisa Fort

Feb 18 2025 32 mins  
Can mastering only 70% of the material at a high level of mastery truly prepare students for life’s scientific challenges? Join us on the Minimalist Educator Podcast as we chat with Lisa Fort, an accomplished earth science teacher from New York State, who believes it can. Lisa shares her expert strategies for organizing science curriculum and planning lessons that emphasize a dee

Episode 060: Balancing Relationships and Teaching: Insights from Educator Partners Part 2 with Tammy and Christine

Feb 11 2025 21 mins  
Unlock the secrets behind the fascinating world of teaching through the lens of their partners. This episode promises to enlighten you on how the partners of educators interpret the job satisfaction of their significant others. We highlight the intriguing dichotomy between those who perceive their partners as content and those who notice neutrality or dissatisfaction. Explore how s