The Teaching Toolbox - A Podcast for Middle School Teachers

We all get sick. Substitutes are an inevitable part of the classroom and the education system. They stand in for teachers when the teacher has to be absent. Preparing for a substitute may involve an emergency substitute tote, a sub binder, lesson plans, setting up the room, and more. This episode will discuss the preparations a teacher should take for a substitute, as well as second and third opti...

Welcome to this week's episode of the Teaching Toolbox podcast, where we dive into the topic of behavior management techniques in middle school. Managing the behavior of middle school students can be a challenge, but with the right strategies, you can create a positive and productive learning environment for everyone involved. In this episode, we'll discuss some of the most effective behavior mana...

Today we are chatting about a few engaging games you can take into your classroom and play any time! In this episode, you'll learn three games that are perfect for upper elementary and middle school classrooms. These games are fun and challenging and are perfect to add to your teaching toolbox! If you have any questions about the games, send us a DM on our Instagram account, Teaching Toolbox Podca...

Episode 2 of The Teaching Toolbox Podcast is talking all about scaffolding learning through various subjects. We'll chat with Leah Cleary, discuss scaffolding learning, giving background on what it is, how it can be used, how it differs from subject to subject, and more. The 3 hosts for this week will cover scaffolding learning in various subjects, such as history, math, ELA, and more. Listen in a...

We're discussing positive classroom culture today and ways to establish one in your classroom. We'll boil down a positive classroom culture into three main areas and discuss ideas, tips, and experiences that helped them create positive classroom cultures throughout their career. Having a positive culture in your classroom can help you in so many ways, especially as the year runs on, and the kids g...

Look inside the Teaching Toolbox to see who and what tools are available in the Teaching Toolbox Podcast. With over 50 years of teaching experience between Brittany and Ellie, they're here to help you navigate the world of teaching middle school. __________ To view the Show Notes, go to teachingtoolboxpodcast.com . Stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page . Or follow us on Instag...