In Class with Miss K
In Class with Miss K
Miss K
Welcome to In Class with Miss K! These podcasts delve into the world of passion, knowledge and perseverance of teachers. Join me, and my guests as we talk all things 'teacher-related', bust the myths behind the '9 till' 3' job and gain an insight into the wonderful job of teaching young minds!
EPISODE 3: Things I have learnt during Online Learning
Hey there! If you're reading this in real-time, NSW is currently in lockdown and we are doing online learning 2.0. In this episode, I discuss the things that I have learnt during online learning in 2020 and in 2021, and how I am taking active action to make life easier for my students and myself.  I chat about: self-care prioritising tasks learning about student abilities information overload, and building relationships. So, put your thinking caps on, as we sit down, in class with Miss K! @inclasswithmissk
Aug 15, 2021
23 min
EPISODE 2: Creating a work/life balance
Hello! It has been another minute but here I am with one of my most requested episodes. In this episode, we delve into the importance of creating a healthy work/life balance and I give you strategies that I use to create mine.  Remember, get it right, before it gets you! So, put your thinking caps on, as you sit down, in class with Miss K 
Jun 29, 2021
25 min
Episode 1: "What happened to writing?"
HELLO and welcome to SEASON 2 of inclasswithmissk!  I hope you all have had a wonderful break and are settling into the new year of teaching, uni or even just chilling.  I have decided to bring to you an episode about the issues with writing skills in schools, in the hope that you will be able to use this episode to come up with new and exciting ideas to help improve the writing skills of your students.  Here is the article that I refer to in the episode https://theconversation.com/writing-needs-to-be-taught-and-practised-australian-schools-are-dropping-the-focus-too-early-148104  - definitely a good read! So, put your thinking caps on as you sit down, in class, with Miss K! 
Mar 17, 2021
26 min
EPISODE 10: "Is teaching right for you?"
Hey there, and welcome to my podcast! Today I will be talking about whether or not teaching is right for you and how to figure that out. I delve into what  thought process you should consider and how to approach your decision. Teaching is tough, but what you make of it is up to you.  So put your thinking caps on, as we sit down, in class with Miss K!  Instagram- @inclasswithmissk
Dec 3, 2020
15 min
EPISODE 9: "How I transformed my toughest Year 7 class into the best class ever!"
Hey there! This year I was set out on a mission to transform one of my toughest classes. It seemed like there was no light at the end of the tunnel, however, I persevered and pushed through, I am SUPER PROUD of this class, and here is their story.  So put your thinking caps on, as we sit down, in class with Miss K! Instagram- @inclasswithmissk
Oct 18, 2020
18 min
EPISODE 8: "Let's address the elephant in the room- COVID-19"
Hey there!  I have been asked the question "so what's it like teaching during COVID?" so many times! My answer.. ALL SORTS OF MESSY! Join me as I talk about my experiences with teaching during COVID and how teachers had to go from normal to the new normal in less than two weeks!  So, put your thinking caps on, as we sit down in class with Miss K!  Instagram- @inclasswithmissk
Aug 30, 2020
11 min
EPISODE 7: "How to survive Prac"
Hey there! Going on Prac can be a daunting and exciting experience. Whether you are going on your first prac, or your third, starting off will always be scary, because you don't really know what you are walking into.  However, your prac is the most rewarding experience, as this is what shapes the foundations of you as a teacher.  On this episode, I give you advice on how to survive your prac, based on my experiences.  Also, see if you can count how many times I say "umm"! So, put your thinking caps on, as we sit down, in class with Miss K!  @inclasswithmissk
Aug 8, 2020
20 min
EPISODE 6: "Teacher Wellbeing; Interview with Miss R".
Hi there! Understanding the importance of teacher wellbeing and how to maintain it is something that many beginning  teachers struggle to do. There is hardly any conversation about teacher wellbeing, and a lot of beginning teachers go into the profession with no understanding of setting healthy work-life boundaries.  Join me in conversation with Miss R, a HSIE Head Teacher in the public sector for education. We discuss all things wellbeing, not feeling guilty about switching off and strategies to overcome burnout.  So, put your thinking caps on, as we sit down in class, with Miss K! 
Jul 12, 2020
48 min
EPISODE 5: "A small win, is a big win"
Hi there! Sometimes it can be hard to find the silver lining in teaching. There are times when you have a bad day or even a bad week, and finding one positive can be difficult. I have learnt to find even the smallest win and count it as a big one. It helps me keep a positive mindset and set goals for even better wins.  Join me as I share with you some of my success stories in the classroom.  So put your thinking caps on, as we sit down, in class with Miss K! Instagram--> @inclasswithmissk
Jun 17, 2020
19 min
EPISODE 4: Parents, We Need You.
Hey there! Parents are the lifelong teachers of their children. They also play an integral part during their child's schooling years. Parental support is so essential and gives teachers a purpose to work with diligence. Join me as I talk about how parents can help teachers support their children in the classroom.  So put your thinking caps on, as we sit down, in class with Miss K.  Instagram--> @inclasswithmissk
Jun 2, 2020
11 min
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