Twisted Teachers

Send a text We had the opportunity to speak with the marvelous Eric James Stephens, Ph. D. this past week about all things ChatGPT. He talks about the efficacy of CHATGPT in the classroom and how educators can leverage this technology to empower students and ease teacher workload. We talked about what it is, what it does, how mind-blowing it is, ways to use it in the classroom, the ethics involved...

Send a text We had a a great discussion this time last year talking about the same issues in education that we are still dealing with. Do you have the Sunday Scaries? Hide in your closet and give a listen! Jen and Kim welcome the new year with their winter break stories. (Kim gets to the bathroom just in time wearing her new badass boots in Nashville.) Jen talks about the history of teacher shorta...

Send a text Kim talks about one act of her shit show. They talk about escape rooms, hair, wine temperature, lost wedding rings and forgetting how to swallow. Random but this just might be what you need on a Friday.  T wisted Teachers Podcast wants to hear from you! Leave us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/TwistedTeachers LINKTREE : https://linktr.ee/twistedteacher Contact us via email:...

Send a text This one is coming in hot with the cell phones in the classroom discussion. Why aren't parents supporting teachers? Why are people attacking teachers for asking for cellphone policy support? Kim and Jen review some salty comments on Kim's Tik Tok and some solutions from Jen's Linedin poll. There's also a rant or two from Kim..maybe three.  Here is some sage advice f...

Send a text Hello! Happy 2023! This episode is coming out late due to that crazy thing called Kim's crazy shit show life. It's fine, everything is fine...really it is.  Kim and Jen talk about how Hell's Kitchen is like teaching. Jen has some manifestations for the new year, and they discuss why one-night friends will haunt you forever.  We want you to know that we appreciate all of...

Send a text Anneliese Pixton is a former educator who created SUB Planit. This is a program that streamlines sub-planning for individual teachers or schools. They talk about what subs really need in sub plans, and how to prevent unwanted interruptions when a teacher is out sick. It was a great conversation! APs Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/apixton   Email Anneliese at ap@subplanit.com and tell h...

Send a text If you have been in the education world for a minute and taught writing, chances are high that you know of Ralph Fletcher. He is the author of Craft Lessons, Writing Workshop: The Essential Guide, and What a Writer Needs. Not only does he write books for teachers, but he has also written picture books, and chapter books-one which is one of Jen's favorite read alouds-Flying Solo, H...

Send a text Kim and Jen discuss sub planning and give some tips on creating plans that won't result in mayhem and a three-page note from the sub. They tell about the dirty Santa party to which teenagers were invited. There was an open bar and many bad decisions were made. Kim shares more toxic positivity stickers. Remember to be a rainbow in someone's cloud, eve if they like their cloud...

Send a text We were honored to have interviewed Angela. She is transparent and empathetic to what teachers go through. If you are thinking of the next step in your journey, listen to this episode. Angela Watson is a National Board Certified Teacher with a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. She has 11 years of classroom experience and over a decade of experience as an instructional coac...

Send a text Hello! In this snippet, Kim and Jen talk about some creepy Santa Lore. They did stop when things got out of hand. Santa had issues. They take a trip down memory lane with stories riddled with embarrassment and dishonest choices.  Stay TWISTED! T wisted Teachers Podcast wants to hear from you! Leave us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/TwistedTeachers LINKTREE : https://linktr....

Send a text (Jen was not harmed in the making of this podcast even though she sucked in a gallon of water whilst laughing.) Kim is sorry for causing this.  Jen and Kim talk about ways to take a few things off your plate as a teacher. You may be thinking about transitioning out of education, but in the meantime, there are some ways you can save your sanity. Kim continues reading stories about the h...

Send a text Claire Smizer is a former teacher who has transitioned out of the classroom and into the world of ED Tech (user experience, web design, marketing and social media, curriculum and instructional design, and customer success) She provides informal and formal information sessions. She can help you write your resume, cover letter, or update your Linkedin profile, She gives more tactical adv...

Send a text Happy Thursday! Kim and Jen talk about another teacher who has found a side hustle on OnlyFans, a sheriff who is condoning corporal punishment, and a teacher who was assaulted by a student because he called home about the student's grade.  They discuss JLo's groundbreaking new outfit, and how to save money on lashes and nails. Ohh..they found new pens to buy too! https://www....

Send a text OMG, if you want a laugh on a Monday morning, you have to tune in. Kim and Jen had the pleasure of interviewing Joe and Gaspare. They are hilarious, and it's worth the listen. Did you know Joe has three tattoos? Or maybe just one, it depends on whose counting. Gaspare was in a drag show and talks about the true meaning of his outer space tatt which is an allegory for education Joe...

Send a text Jen and Kim had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Daphne Gomez last year. This may be the season to start making your way out of education. Daphne is the CEO of Teacher Career Coach. She is an education advocate and a teacher to EdTech. She talks about her journey in education and beyond. She gives tactical advice on how to start moving out of the classroom and into a job that spar...

Send a text Happy December!!! This episode is about a deadly hide-and-seek game, teacher sick-outs, holiday spirit days, teacher movies, and teacher survivor ideas.  Lots of nothing to get the month started. Stay Twisted! T wisted Teachers Podcast wants to hear from you! Leave us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/TwistedTeachers LINKTREE : https://linktr.ee/twistedteacher Contact us via e...

Send a text Teachers are still telling their stories about what happens when they are out. There were so many stories that there was a need for part 2. We need to do better. No one needs to be lesson planning after chemo treatments, a death in the family, or surgery... T wisted Teachers Podcast wants to hear from you! Leave us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/TwistedTeachers LINKTREE : h...

Send a text Are you having the ultimate Sunday Scaries post-Thanksgiving? In this episode, Kim and Jen discuss horrible holiday scavenger hunts for teachers. They talk about educators scrambling for dollar bills to pay for school supplies. It's a salty one! Stay Twisted! T wisted Teachers Podcast wants to hear from you! Leave us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/TwistedTeachers LINKT...

Send a text Happy Thanksgiving for the last time this year! Kim and Jen discuss the Arizona teacher who had a side hustle as a creator on her OnlyFans account. She got fired. Do you have a side hustle? Then somehow they discuss who would be the better drag queen.  If you need a laugh and a few minutes to yourself, tune in! Stay Twisted! T wisted Teachers Podcast wants to hear from you! Leave us a...

Send a text Happy Thanksgiving! Here's a good reason to hide in the bathroom or in your closet if family closeness is getting a little too close. Put the fun back in dysfunction and take some time for yourself. Kim and Jen talk about why Alexa is a nosy bitch, play Thanksgiving trivia, and basically shoot the shit. Stay Twisted! T wisted Teachers Podcast wants to hear from you! Leave us a voi...

Send a text What happens when you take a sick day? Well, buckle up and listen to these stories from teachers about how they were treated when they took sick days or had babies. Jen's poll on LinkedIn and Kim's latest TikTok blew up with stories about this. These are real and unbelievable. I think we can do better. Does your school have a sub-plan plan to help teachers who can't writ...

Send a text Happy Thanksgiving, y'all! This is a doozy! Jen and Kim deal with hella internet issues. Kim ponders why Crocs are back, and when did we stop saying cheese trays and start saying Charcuterie boards?  Don Johnson brags about his johnson, and the gals tell us what they are thankful for, and they share very strong opinions on how one should cook a turkey. They delve into the reality...

Send a text Jen and Kim talk about dangerous teen trends that parents should be aware of. They discuss mental health and the teacher who wandered off and was found a couple of states away (alive thank goodness). How are your interviewing skills? They chat about the good, bad, and ugly of interviewing. Stay Twisted! Sources: https://mom.com/kids/88-dangerous-teen-trends-you-need-to-know/the-downrig...

Send a text This was an amazing interview. Karen was funny and gracious and so easy to talk to. She has taken over social media with her relatable videos about teachers and parents.  She is a freelance artist and improviser in Atlanta, Georgia, who performs mainly at Dad's Garage Theatre Company. She is an ensemble member and teacher at Dad’s Garage and has called it her theatre home for the...

Send a text Here's a bonus spooky season episode! We had so much fun talking to JP and Kymmi about their ghost-hunting side hustle! They live in England, drive a Hearse, and take people on ghost-hunting tours. Kymmi is a therapist and JP is a teacher. Tune in and listen for a very different episode that will be a newt kind of Sunday Scary! Stay Twisted! Facebook: @occulthauntings You Tube: ht...