The Transformational Teacher Podcast

In this episode, we discuss the phrase "Consider your ways." Recently, I heard these three words again during a service, and I felt God prompting me to consider my ways, especially in my role as a teacher. Below are some questions to help you reflect: Consider Your Ways as a Teacher : How are you handling your students? Are you interacting with them in a way that reflects God's love and patience?...

Teaching comes with daily challenges, but staying anchored in God's Word can provide the strength and patience needed. Main Points: 1. Stay Anchored: God's Word will strengthen and guide you through teaching challenges. 2. Keep Your Eyes on Jesus: Focus on Him for hope and endurance. 3. Ask for Help: It's okay to seek support from God and those He's placed in your life. Key Scriptures: James 1:12/...

Today, I'm sharing all about the Pause, Pray, and Worship journey—a free, 4-week experience for teachers who want to bring more peace, strength, and purpose into their lives through prayer and worship. What It's About: This journey includes weekly prayer themes with prayer points, and dedicated time for worship and reflection—all designed to help you connect with God and make a positive impact in...

  In this final episode of our four-part series, we dive into the last 5 ways Christian teachers can transform their classrooms through mindset and reflection.  What You'll Learn: Embracing a Kingdom growth mindset to see challenges as opportunities. The power of reflection and prayer at the end of each day. The benefits of keeping a gratitude journal. How playing inspirational music can set a pos...

Hey Transformational Teacher  Today, we will cover the next 5 ways that Christian Teachers Can Transform Their Classroom, focusing on creating a peaceful and loving classroom environment and building strong relationships. 11. Invite God's Presence into Your Classroom/Personal Worship Time  Each day, intentionally invite God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit into your classroom. Surrender your day to Him...

Hey Transformational Teacher  Today, we will cover the next 5 ways, focusing on Daily Spiritual Habits and Affirmations. Daily Time in the Word Spending time in God's word daily strengthens your faith and provides guidance. God has literally given us the handbook to life which is our bible; we just have to open it and use it. Scripture: Psalm 119:105 - "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on...

Hey Transformational Teacher Today, we are starting a special four-part series for the Back-to-School season called "20 Ways Christian Teachers Can Transform Their Classroom." Let's explore the first 5 ways." 5 Foundational Faith Practices for Transforming Your Classroom" Create a vision for Your classroom and yourself as a teacher : Develop a vision and attach scripture principles for daily inspi...

Hey Transformational Teacher In this episode I speak briefly on remembering why you started teaching, staying in your lane and embracing the freedom God has given you. Below is a brief overview:  Remembering Your 'Why': Reflect on why you started teaching. Let your 'why' fuel your perseverance. Tips: Write down your 'why,' share it with a friend, find a scripture promise, and pray over it. Staying...

In last week's podcast, I spoke briefly about ways we can rest, reset, and recharge. As we continue to  move through the summer, I encourage you to create a plan to make the most of this time. In this episode I speak about the need to Rest, Reset and Recharge along with a few tips.  Rest: Freedom from activity or labor/To cease from action or motion/To be free from anxiety or disturbance Rest in J...

Welcome to the Transformational Teacher  Today, we celebrate you for completing another school year! As this school year comes to an end, I encourage you to take some time to reflect. What better way to do this than now, while you are listening to this episode? Questions to reflect on:  1. Reflect on the moments that touched your heart, the challenges you overcame, and the victories you celebrated...

Hey Transformational Teacher Take time to reflect, let go and allow God to guide you so you can recharge, reset and return to finish the school year with renewed endurance and strength from God. Matthew 19:26  Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible. Hebrews 12:1-2 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the...

Hey Transformational Teacher: What do you do after a long day inside the classroom to rejuvenate yourself?  Here are a few things I do:  1. Have a moment of silence to myself.  2. I love to listen to music. I even play instrumental worship songs throughout the day at times.  3. At times I go to the gym and read, listen to audio book, music, podcast while on the exercise machines 4. I enjoy watchin...

Hey Transformational Teacher, In this episode, I talk about what prayer is and what happens when we pray.  Prayer is communicating with God. Prayer is praying God's word over life situations. Prayer is listening to what God has to say to you. Prayer is showing God that we can't do life on our own and that we need His help. When we pray as teachers we are surrendering our plan and will to God and r...

Hey Transformational Teacher, Happy New Year! May this year be the time when you surrender your classroom to God and allow Him to have His way in you and your students. In this episode, I talk about the importance of having a vision for your classroom, yourself as a teacher, and each of your individual students. Writing your vision down helps you stay focused on your goals, regardless of any obsta...

Hey Transformational Teacher!  I hope this school year is off to a great start, but if it has been as challenging as mine has been then I want to remind you of a few things:  God is still faithful and He is still right there to help you.  Stay connected to the vine. Apart from Him you can do nothing.   Allow the challenge to grow and build your capacity.  Ask God to help you see things from His pe...

In this episode I share 6 things to do prior to the start of your day:     Put on the armor of God - Ephesians 6:10-18 Meditate on God's word- Joshua 1:8 Pray for yourself, students, families and coworkers -1 Thessalonians 5:17  Have time set aside for praise & worship - Psalm 100:4/Psalm 8:1-3 Anoint yourself  and areas in your classroom- Mark 6:12-13 Ask God for the natural and spiritual steps t...

There is power in reading, writing and praying God's word daily. In this episode I share 8 reasons you should do this daily.  1. It is one way to strengthen your faith in God and strengthen your spirit man. 2. It gives you a greater understanding of God's word. 3. God's word corrects you and shows you areas in your life that you need to correct. 4. God responds to His word and fulfills His word. 5...

Hey Transformational Teachers congratulations!!  You have made it to the end of another school year and I celebrate the impact you have made in the lives of each student that sat in your classroom. If you happen to still be in school during this time I am continuing to cheer you on and I am praying for you. In this episode I am going to talk about 5 things that I think are beneficial for you to do...

Hey Transformational Teachers, I want to start off by saying I appreciate all you have done throughout the school year so far. I want to remind you that you are a champion you may say, but I don't feel like one. This school year has been challenging. I've had personal challenges take place in my life and I feel like I'm not winning like I should be winning and I say to you every day may not be smo...

Episode 1:  Are you struggling to find peace in your classroom? From managing behaviors to challenging parents, it's a hard road, but you don't have to do it alone.  Join D'Toya on the Transformational Teacher Podcast as she shares her transformation journey on how bringing God into the classroom reframed her mindset and perspective, and she learned to ask for help. D'Toya shares her personal stor...