Teacher RockStar Podcast

In this episode, I share five classroom rules every new teacher should teach and reinforce from day one to build respect, routines, and a positive learning environment. You'll learn practical ways to introduce expectations, prevent common behavior issues, and create a classroom culture where students can thrive. If you're a new or early-career teacher, these simple strategies can save you countles...

In this episode, I share 10 systems every new teacher needs to put in place before day one. These practical systems will help you reduce classroom management problems, create predictable routines, increase instructional time, and build a classroom environment where students can thrive. Download my free book, The Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.

In this episode, Steve sits down with motivation & cognitive expert Dr. Goodin to discuss strategies and best practices for enhancing student motivation in the classroom. His work explores the intersection of cognition, emotion, stress, and performance—helping both high performers and at-risk learners reach their full potential. He’s also known for his contributions to doctoral training and hi...

In this episode, Steve sits down with literacy expert Leah Ruesink to discuss what every K-3 teacher needs to know about teaching reading in today’s classroom. Whether you are a first-year teacher or an early career elementary educator, this conversation will help you better understand effective reading instruction, classroom organization, literacy routines, phonics, comprehension strategies, and...

What they didn’t teach you in college about teaching can make or break your first year in the classroom. In this episode, veteran educator Steve Hiles shares the real-world classroom management strategies, teacher survival tips, student behavior solutions, and daily teaching realities that most teacher preparation programs never cover. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers . 

The Biggest Mistakes New Teachers Make Before School Starts can make or break your entire school year. In this episode, veteran teacher Steve Hiles shares the most common mistakes new teachers make before the first day of school — and how to avoid them.  If you’re a first-year teacher or returning teacher feeling overwhelmed, this video will help you start smarter, calmer, and more confident. Down...

You got hired as a new teacher - now what should you do next? In this episode of the Teacher RockStar Podcast, Steve Hiles shares the first 10 steps every new teacher should take after getting hired. Drawing from more than 20 years of military experience and 20 years in the classroom, Steve walks you through how to prepare for your first year with clarity, confidence, structure, and calm. Download...

If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or wondering how to finish this school year without losing your mind, this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through three practical survival moves to help you simplify your teaching, protect your energy, regain control of your classroom, and finish the year with confidence. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers . 

Struggling to get your class quiet without yelling? In this episode, I share a simple 5-second classroom management strategy that works with any grade level.  If you're a new teacher feeling overwhelmed, this technique will help you regain control fast—without stress, frustration, or raising your voice.  🎯 Get The Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers .

Are you spending hours lesson planning but still falling behind? In this episode, I show you how to stop overplanning and use a flexible pacing system that actually works in real classrooms.  If you’re a K-12 teacher feeling overwhelmed, this is for you. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers . 

If teaching feels harder than it used to… you’re not imagining it. Student behavior has changed. Parent support has changed. And the old classroom management strategies just aren’t working like they used to. In this episode, I break down what’s really going on—and what actually works in today’s classroom. New teacher? Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? download my free book, The Ultimate handbook f...

If you're dealing with first year teacher burnout, these are the exact mistakes you need to avoid before it drains your energy and passion. In this episode, you’ll discover the 5 biggest traps new teachers fall into and how to stay in control from day one. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, this will help you reset and thrive.  Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.  

First Year Teacher Tips: Stop Student Misbehavior—because if it feels like your classroom is one step away from chaos, you’re not alone, and you’re definitely not stuck there. In this video, I walk you through simple, real-world strategies you can start using immediately to prevent misbehavior before it even begins—no yelling, no power struggles, no burnout. For Teaching tips and strategies, Downl...

Student misbehavior isn’t random—it’s a result of unclear expectations, inconsistent follow-through, and weak systems. If your classroom feels out of control, this episode explains how to fix it fast using the same principles that work in high-pressure leadership environments. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers .

Struggling with classroom management and student behavior? In this episode, I’ll walk you through three proven classroom discipline systems that can transform your classroom and create a more focused, positive learning environment. These simple, effective behavior management strategies are designed for real classrooms and can be implemented right away. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Te...

In this episode, I break down the ultimate first-year teacher survival guide to help you navigate your first year of teaching with confidence—without burning out or feeling ready to quit. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about consistency, clarity, and staying in the profession long enough to thrive. 👉 Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.

How to Stop Students from Talking in 10 Minutes — If you’re a new teacher struggling with a noisy classroom, this episode walks you step-by-step through a calm, practical reset strategy you can use tomorrow morning. Learn how to re-teach expectations clearly, build predictable routines, and create the kind of classroom management system that reduces talking without yelling or constant reminders 👉...

Are you a first-year elementary teacher struggling with classroom management? In this episode, I'll share 3 simple ways to control your class without yelling so you can build authority, reduce behavior problems, and create a calm learning environment from day one. If you're a new teacher looking for practical classroom discipline strategies that actually work, this will help you take control with...

In this episode, I break down the ultimate first-year teacher survival guide to help you navigate your first year of teaching with confidence—without burning out or feeling ready to quit. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about consistency, clarity, and staying in the profession long enough to thrive.  👉 Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers .  🧑‍🏫 Ready for the full-year roadmap?...

First-year teachers often receive advice that sounds helpful but actually makes classroom management harder. In this episode, I break down the worst advice given to first-year teachers and what to do instead. ✅ Sign up for my email list at   https://www.teacherclassroomresources.com   🧑‍🏫 Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Let's fix it. Learn more -- Teacher RockStar Academy: https://edresourcehu...

Are you a first-year teacher struggling to calm a chaotic classroom? In this episode, I sat down with my guest Emily Daniels as she discussed classroom management for new teachers, revealing the secret to moving from chaos to calm. If you are battling teacher stress and wondering how to regain control of the classroom, the 'Regulated Classroom' method is the fix you need.  ✅Check out Emily’s book...

5 Things You Do That Students Don’t Respect isn’t about calling teachers out — it’s about helping you build real classroom respect from day one. In this episode, I break down common mistakes first-year teachers make, explain why dressing professionally does help, and show you how structure and consistency keep respect long-term. If your classroom feels shaky even though you’re working hard, this o...

A Calm Classroom in 5 Days (Yes, Even for New Teachers) is possible — even if your classroom feels chaotic, loud, and exhausting right now. In this episode, I share a simple 5-day classroom reset that helps teachers improve classroom management, reduce behavior issues, and create a calm classroom without yelling or burnout. This is practical, real-world support for K–6 teachers who want less stres...

If you’re wondering how first year teachers can avoid burnout in 30 days, this video breaks it down with simple, realistic strategies you can start using right away. In this episode, I discuss practical habits, mindset shifts, and time-saving tips to reduce stress, protect your energy, and survive (and thrive) during your first month in the classroom. ✅ Sign up for our newsletter! 🟥 SUBSCRIBE to...

Noisy Classroom Callbacks That Actually Work (and Why They Do) can transform even your loudest class into a focused learning environment. In this episode, I break down five classroom callbacks that work — and explain the psychology behind why students respond to them. ✅ Sign up for my email list at https://www.teacherclassroomresources.com 🧑‍🏫 Do you feel stressed or overwhelmed? Let's fix it!...