This Teacher Life

Mar 09 2025 289 ep. 23 mins 215
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A weekly podcast for teachers full of tips and tricks, stories and strategies, celebrations and struggles, all from the real life we are living every day. Welcome to This Teacher Life with Monica Genta.

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2 Simple Ways to Build Staff Climate, Culture, & Connection in Schools (They are SO Fun Too!)

Mar 09 2025 31 mins  
In this episode we’re diving into two easy-to-implement, fun strategies that can transform the climate and culture of your school staff. If you’re looking for creative, low-cost ways to boost morale, strengthen relationships, and create a more connected team, this episode is for you! We’ll explore two practical activities that not only enhance communication and collab

1 Really Dumb Idea That Creates Dynamic Relationships with Students- This Will Dial Up the Fun in Your Classroom Too!

Mar 02 2025 26 mins  
What if a “really dumb” idea could not only bring fun to your classroom but also create lasting connections with your students AND boost attendance? Well, that’s exactly what this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast is all about! Tune in for a 3-step process that’s easy to implement, requires little to no prep, and can be done with any grade le

How 1 Idea Got Students to Come Prepared, Participate, AND Stay Positive (All You Need is Fake Money?!)

Feb 23 2025 19 mins  
There is unexpected power in fake money to students of all ages! If you are looking to motivate students to come to class prepared, actively engage, and maintain a positive mindset throughout the school year, you are in the right place! In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we dive into a creative and highly effective classroom strategy that has transforme

1 Simple Idea to Improve School Culture, Teamwork, & Sportsmanship (Costs Nothing & Positively Changes Everything)

Feb 16 2025 23 mins  
Do your students find everything “unfair” or “rigged” or constantly claim that somebody “cheated” creating conflict and chaos in your classroom? If you said yes, I hear you and I’ve got you covered! In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we dive into one powerful, yet incredibly simple idea that can transform: school

2 Biggest Things Causing Stress in Schools: Apathy & Attendance (Get Ready for Practical Solution with Special Guest Jack Berckemeyer)

Feb 09 2025 32 mins  
Needing or wanting 3 extremely easy and practical solutions to solve today’s problems in schools? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we tackle two of the biggest stressors teachers face—apathy and attendance—and how they’re affecting classrooms everywhere. From students who just don’t seem to care, to the endless challenges of getting them

How to Have a CENTsational Quarter In Your School (This Idea Will CHANGE Things in a Positive Way)

Feb 02 2025 18 mins  
Teachers, are you looking for a common “cents” strategy that could make this quarter awesome for both you and your students? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life, we explore a simple yet powerful idea that will transform your school year. Learn how to kickstart a CENTsational quarter—one that brings positive change, boosts morale, and foste

How the Game of Truth or Dare Can Change Totally Change Dynamics in Your Classroom (This Remix Will Revolutionize Climate & Culture)

Jan 26 2025 30 mins  
Welcome to a fresh take on classroom engagement! In this week’s episode of This Teacher Life, we explore how the classic game of Truth or Dare can be the key to transforming the culture and climate in your classroom. But this isn’t your average recess game—this is a remix designed to deepen relationships, build trust, and create a space where students feel seen, heard

The Dumbest Classroom Idea That Actually Works—And It’s Just ONE Notecard

Jan 19 2025 21 mins  
What if we told you that one of the simplest and strangest ideas could completely transform your classroom dynamics? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we’re diving into a “really dumb idea” that sounds too easy to be effective—but trust us, it works wonders, and all you need is one notecard. Whether you’re struggling with student engagemen

Teacher Secret to Getting EVERY Student to Participate—All You Need is a Dice

Jan 12 2025 25 mins  
Looking for a simple, yet powerful tool to boost student participation and spark creativity in your classroom? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we reveal how you can transform classroom discussions and interactions with just one small, unexpected tool—a dice! We know that getting all students engaged in the lesson can feel like a challenge, especiall

The 1 Behavior Management Idea that Will be a Game Changer for Goals in Your Classroom (And It REALLY Works)

Jan 05 2025 28 mins  
Teachers wanting a powerful strategy for improving student behavior, this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast is for you! It’s all about goal-setting with accountability partners. And while that may sound lame or lacking substance, I absolutely promise that the details shared with shift your thinking! Learn how you can guide students to set meaningful, perso