Episodes

Whether students are new to your school or have known you a while, I want to share ways that you can make students feel comfortable in the music room. In this episode, I'll discuss: -how to make kindergarten students feel …

This was originally aired on my Facebook page. In this episode, we'll talk about my favorite ways to transition from summer back to school. The first week is always the hardest as you adjust to waking up to an alarm …

In this episode, I'll talk about 10 things you don't know about me. If you've ever wondered who I really am, then you need to listen to this episode. I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review …

In this episode we'll discuss 3 ways you can feel successful teaching elementary music. To sign up for The Elementary Music Teacher Blueprint course, head here. I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review of the podcast …

In this episode we'll talk about why teaching Patriotic music to kids is so important. A lot of times, kids aren't given the opportunity to learn songs about America, and it's our job as music teacher's to teach them these …

Self care for teachers is so important! The quotes I share in this short but mighty episode are: "Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you." Anne Lamott "You can't pour from an …

In this episode, I'll share my favorite tips I wish someone had shared with me my first year of teaching. We'll discuss: -why going in with confidence is key -why it's ok to ask for help -practice procedures like it's …

In this episode, we'll discuss how to find your motivation to take professional development this summer. Professional development is not only required, but it really does help give you new ideas and fresh inspiration to use i...

Music teachers, do you have any idea how much you matter? During teacher appreciation week, it can be so hard to watch several other teachers receive cards and gifts while you sit by and wonder if you're invisible. In this …

It really is never too early to begin planning out the next school year. As this school year wraps up, think about what worked and what didn't work this year. In this episode, we'll discuss: -ways to think about changing …

In this episode, we we'll talk about: -why practicing procedures over and over matters -how to practice what your preach -my favorite positive classroom management strategy Here's the blog post I wrote about classroom managem...

As a former Oklahoma educator, the walkouts matter a lot. Teachers aren't being heard and, lots of times also not seen. In this episode, we'll talk about: -why the walkouts matter -what the conditions at some of the schools a...

In this episode, I will talk about my favorite Springtime activities for the music classroom. We'll discuss: -creating a rainstorm using instruments -a fun composing activity about Spring -4 songs about rain and ideas for tea...

Teaching in a low income school has its own set of unique challenges. These are the strategies that worked for me... -Do what works and don't compare yourself to other teachers -Gain the students trust -Teach with what you ha...

Welcome to The Elementary Music Teacher podcast! Hi, I'm Jessica, and I'm excited you're here. In this podcast, my hope is that you'll find the mentorship and support you've been needing in your elementary music teaching ca...