Kelsey Sorenson, Elementary Teacher, Homeschool Mom, and Life Coach

Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast

Being an educator is beyond a full-time job. Whether you’re a teacher or a homeschool parent, the everyday to-do list is endless. Between lesson planning, grading, meetings, and actually teaching, it probably feels impossible to show up for your students without dropping the ball in other areas of your life. Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast is the show that will bring you the teacher tips, practical strategies, and inspiration that you need to relieve the stress and overwhelm of your day-to-day. Your host, Kelsey Sorenson, is a former teacher and substitute turned homeschool mom, business own...

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Kelsey Sorenson, Elementary Teacher, Homeschool Mom, and Life Coach

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Education

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www.wifeteachermommy.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

85. The 3 Pillars to Build A Strong Foundation for Your Homeschool with Meg Thomas 06.06.2023

Whether you're a public school teacher or a homeschool teacher or a parent, this episode is a special one. There is so much inspiration in this one episode that you do not want to miss! We have guest and homeschool expert Meg Thomas, the host of the Called to Homeschool podcast and she is diving into how to build a strong foundation with homeschool and so much more today. Meg is a veteran homescho...

Replay (With New Perspective): Summer Learning Must-Dos For Math & Language Arts 02.06.2023

Head over to this episode's show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/summer-review-strategies/

84. Experimenting with Productivity Practices in the Classroom Alongside Students with Angela Watson 30.05.2023

Do you find yourself feeling rushed, stressed or overwhelmed as you're teaching? Do you feel like you're out of the flow during teaching? Today's episode is all about finding the flow and productivity practices and you do not want to miss it! We have special guest Angela Watson of Truth for Teachers. Angela Watson is a productivity and mindset specialist, author, and motivational speaker for educa...

83. The #1 Teaching Tips from the Experts (Part 2 - Parent Track) 26.05.2023

We're back with our second episode all about the #1 teaching tips from the experts. If you want to learn the NUMBER ONE tip some of the top experts in the teaching world have to share with you... you'll want to listen up to this fun & interactive episode today! In case you forgot or didn't hear our last episode- I asked our Educate and Rejuvenate presenters to send in a video introducing thems...

82. The #1 Teaching Tips from the Experts (Part 1 - Teacher Track) 23.05.2023

If you want to learn the NUMBER ONE tip some of the top experts in the teaching world have to share with you... you'll want to listen up to this fun & interactive episode today! It has been so much fun putting together this event and bringing together a wide variety of presenters. I have had a blast interviewing these Educate and Rejuvenate presenters for the podcast as well to provide free in...

81. The Simple Mindset Hack to Uplevel Your Life 19.05.2023

As human's we have our own blind spots. We probably often see this with our own kids or the students we teach in our class too. We see what's right there, but they can't. What our BIG BLIND SPOT is... is how our unconscious thoughts drive SO MUCH of our lives and in fact we often believe the stories our brain is serving us without questioning them. Our brains can often hinder us, getting in the wa...

80. The Science of Reading with Amy Neilson from Planning Playtime 16.05.2023

What if I told you that how we've been teaching reading to students might not be the best way to teach reading to kids? Today's episode is all about the science of reading and it is so fascinating! For parents and educators, understanding the science of reading can be a game changer in helping kids develop this crucial skill. In this episode of Wife Teacher Mommy, I'm talking with Amy Nielsen, fou...

79. The Secret to a Purposeful Teacher Summer 12.05.2023

Summer break is an opportunity for teachers and educators to recharge, reflect, and prepare for the upcoming school year. But how can you make the most of this precious time off? In this episode, I explore the secret to a purposeful teacher summer, offering practical tips and strategies for making the most of your time off. I dive into the importance of reflection and goal-setting, offering tips f...

78. Simple & Effective Tricks to Addressing Problem Behavior with Dr. Christine Reeve 09.05.2023

Have you ever worked with a student that had problem behavior or experienced a situation in the classroom that was difficult to manage? As educators, we all have experienced this! We all have come across problem behaviors. Our episode today is all about managing challenging behavior in students, particularly those with special education needs. Our guest, Dr. Christine Reeve Christine Reeve, is a b...

77. How To Make an Intentional Schedule (And Actually Stick to It!) 05.05.2023

How to make an intentional schedule… and ACTUALLY stick to it!? Is it possible. You bet it is! Are you somebody that struggles with making a schedule or sticking to your to-do-list? The struggle is real! Looking at what we didn't do or what we didn't stick to can be disappointing. That's why it's necessary to know how to make an intentional schedule. This episode is full of tips on how to do it. O...

76. Get To Know Your Teacher Life Coaches (Kelsey & Chrissy) 02.05.2023

Have you ever wondered about life coaching? What it is and what it can offer you? If you answered yes to either of those questions then this episode is for you! On today’s show, I’m opening the curtains and giving you a sneak peek inside Wife Teacher Mommy life coaching. I'm talking with Chrissy all about life coaching and how we can help you as your teacher life coaches inside the Club!  Chr...

75. YES, You Can Find Balance in a "Wife Teacher Mommy" Life... Here's How 28.04.2023

“Are you trying to have it all? That question makes no sense. It’s a stupid question. Stop asking it. Don’t ask it. Do you miss your kids while you’re at work? Yes, of course, I do. Everybody does. And then, you know, sometimes I don’t” – Leslie Knope Thank you, Leslie Knope. I won’t pose the question of having it all but here is another, similar question that a lot of us ponder. Does teacher work...

74. Escape Rooms and Gamification in the Classroom with Teresa Kwant 25.04.2023

One of my favorite things we do at Wife Teacher Mommy with creating exciting and engaging resources and activities for students. Because let’s be real, there are some concepts that students need to learn, but aren’t engaging enough. We have a real treat for you today that will give you some fun ideas in the classroom. On today’s episode, I’m talking with Teresa Kwant about gamification in the clas...

73. 3 Summer Reading Challenge Strategies for Kids 21.04.2023

Want to help your students or your own kids avoid the summer slide? A summer reading challenge is one great way to do that and if you use these 3 summer reading challenge tips, the kids will LOVE it! Although school is almost out, does that mean learning needs to stop? To all of the kids’ disappointment, it does not! According to Summer Learning Academy, an average student loses about two months o...

72. Self Development for Homeschool Moms with Bonnie Wiscombe 18.04.2023

Do you find yourself so engulfed in your role of homeschool mom (or teacher) that you forget what you even used to like to do or what your passions are? Or are you just not finding the time for them that you’d like? This episode is for you! Today I'm talking all about self development for homeschool moms with special guest Bonnie Wiscombe. I met Bonnie while certifying to life coach. We instantly...

71. 8 Tips for Acing Your Teacher Observation in Your Classroom 14.04.2023

If you want to hear the time I totally bombed my classroom observation… listen up. On today's episode, you'll hear what I learned from that experience and also the tips I have for you now that I've helped tens of thousands of teachers on my blog and podcast… PLUS quotes from members of our Wife Teacher Mommies Unite Facebook group, too! Check out these 8 tips for your teacher observation! We asked...

70. Hope, Humor and Inspiration for Teachers with Kristina Kuzmic 11.04.2023

This is one of my favorite podcast episodes that I've ever done! I have been a fan of today's guest for a long time, so this interview was a pinch me moment. Our guest today is Kristina Kuzmic! You may know her from Instagram, TikTok, Oprah or as author of the best selling book "Hold On But Don't Hold Still". Chances are you've seen Kristina. Kristina Kuzmic is a cheerleader for her fellow humans....

69. How to Nail Your Teacher Interview (And Land Your Dream Job!) 07.04.2023

It's that time of year again! The final stretch of the school year. This is the time of year where teachers decide to stay with their school or go on the job hunt. So today, we're going to be talking all about how to nail your teacher interview.  We are going to be giving you some awesome tips for how to best prepare for your teacher interview so that you can walk in feeling confident and pre...

68. How To Simplify Your Teacher Work Day & Work Less with Jamie Sears from Not So Wimpy Teacher 04.04.2023

As teachers, we have a lot of tasks to do each day. Whether it's grading, assessments, or just general classroom management, teachers have so much to do. With how much teachers have to do, it can feel like there is not enough time in the day. It is really easy to get overwhelmed when you look at your classroom and all you have to teach throughout the year. THEN, think of all the school activities...

67. How to Be Confident as a Teacher 31.03.2023

If you're feeling less than confident about yourself as a teacher, listen up. On today's podcast, we're going to be talking about two ways to look at your confidence in yourself as a teacher… starting today! These two strategies and perspectives will help teach you how to be confident as a teacher. Everyone needs a confidence boost from time-to-time, whether you're a new teacher or are a veteran t...

Bonus Episode - Educate & Rejuvenate Keynotes Revealed! 29.03.2023

Go to www.educateandrejuvenate.com to get your tickets today!

BONUS How To Get our Directed Drawings FREE (+ E&R Keynote Clues #2) 27.03.2023

Join the Waitlist and attend our Reveal Party March 28th at 4pm PT/5pm MST/6pm CT/7pm ET! https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/op/educate-and-rejuvenate-summer-2023-waitlist/

66. Prevent Burnout with Teacher Mom Self Care with The Teacher Mamas Podcast 24.03.2023

Have you noticed that teaching and being in the classroom or school setting has become extremely difficult? Does it feel like you've lost the enjoyment you once experienced in teaching? This, as you may have heard, is called "burn out". Teachers nowadays are overwhelmed, exhausted, and burnt out. But what can you do about it? On today’s episode, I have guests Ashley and Roberta of the Teacher Mama...

BONUS: Clues for Keynote #1: Educate and Rejuvenate is Coming Back! 21.03.2023

BONUS #1- Clues for Keynote #1: Educate & Rejuvenate is Coming Back!

65. Weight Loss Tips for Teachers with Corinne Crabtree 17.03.2023

You THINK you know about weight loss… the common thought is that it's all about calories in/calories out… but then why do so many of us struggle with it? A lot of the time we ask HOW to lose weight instead of asking WHY do we struggle with weight loss. That is the subject of this special episode of the podcast. And we're so excited to have weight loss expert Corinne Crabtree of The No BS Weight Lo...

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