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Are you a new teacher in an urban, suburban, or rural school? Or, are you an aspiring new teacher? We’re here to support YOU! This podcast channel is designed to help those new to teaching. We talk about the most common challenges educators face and how to find answers. On this channel, you will find a community of support as well as on our associated social media platforms: Instagram and BlueSky - @NewTeacherTalk.
Are you a new teacher in an urban, suburban, or rural school? Or, are you an aspiring new teacher? We’re here to support YOU! This podcast channel is designed to help those new to teaching. We talk about the most common challenges educators face and how to find answers. On this channel, you will find a community of support as well as on our associated social media platforms: Instagram and BlueSky - @NewTeacherTalk.
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Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Join Nicole Heaver (middle school STEM teacher) and Joanie Thrush (5th/6th grade teacher) from Central Intermediate School in Ottawa, Illinois, as they share their combined 35+ years of co-teaching wisdom. With Nicole's 8 years co-teaching special education and 6 years with science teachers, plus Joanie's 15+ years in reading, math, and science co-teaching, these hosts know what really works.
Discover the 5 essential strategies that transform co-teaching from chaos to collaboration: mastering different communication styles, respecting diverse teaching approaches, defining clear roles, embracing flexibility when students (and life) throw curveballs, and creating physical space that shows students you're truly partners.
Whether you're new to co-teaching or looking to strengthen existing partnerships, this episode delivers practical, field-tested advice from educators who've navigated every co-teaching challenge imaginable.
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