The Time-Crunched Teacher

32. You Don't Need a Pinterest Perfect Classroom!

In today's episode we discuss why you don't need to spend 3 (unpaid!) days setting up your classroom to be an effective teacher. We grant you the permission to spend just enough time making sure the space is safe, tidy, and welcoming for your students. We also talk about what we do instead of focusing on decor.  🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 1.) Back to School Routines and Procedures (VIDEO [https://youtu.be/bFmihwg0wnM]) 2.) Back to School Routines and Procedures (TEMPLATE [https://docs.google.com/document/d/175JHvaHtMFf52IoeTudXln2xTxvY_WH0ZJ_hn82m-F8/copy]) 3.) What I Do Before Setting Up My Classroom (VIDEO [https://youtu.be/HzsPQ2cepag]) 4.) Mariel’s Budget-Friendly Classroom Setup (VIDEO [https://youtu.be/U8E4oAy5SGY]) 5.) Emergency Sub Plans (VIDEO [https://youtu.be/gTwRtSaBAO8]) 6.) Back to School Playlist (VIDEOS [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZeNxN6J2-FBniyUZgl2Ng4R0PuZkTD0y]) ⏰ Want even more time-saving tips? Then check out Mariel’s YouTube Channel: The Time-Crunched Teacher. [https://www.youtube.com/@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher/featured] 🍎 Do you have a classroom story you’d like us to feature in an upcoming episode? Send us an email at podcast@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher.com [podcast@thetimecrunchedteacher.com]. We also love hearing from you, so please send us your feedback or requests for future show topics. We read every email and comment, so thank you for taking the time to reach out to us.  Note: We take pride in offering you an ad-free listening experience. If you'd like to support our mission of providing value over profits, please consider subscribing to our podcast and leaving a review. Thank you for joining a community of educators who have helped each other become recognized for their talent, professionalism, and passion!

31. You Shall Not Pass! (All About Hall Passes)

Hall passes are just one of those things you need to have as a classroom teacher. But did you know that there are the right (and wrong) types of passes? We know, because we've used all the wrong ones (and, sadly, found them discarded on the bathroom floor - gross). Join 5th grade teacher, Mariel Desrosier, and 3rd grade teacher, Stephanie Hedgpeth-Lopez, as they share all the best and worst types of hall passes to get you through the school year.  This episode’s topics include: 1. Mariel's favorite bathroom passes 2. Why eveyone loves a good landyard 3. How lamination is the way to go 4. "Errand Passes" (a.k.a. forced break passes) ⏰ Want even more time-saving tips? Then check out Mariel’s YouTube Channel: The Time-Crunched Teacher. [https://www.youtube.com/@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher/featured] 🍎 Do you have a classroom story you’d like us to feature in an upcoming episode? Send us an email at podcast@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher.com [podcast@thetimecrunchedteacher.com]. We also love hearing from you, so please send us your feedback or requests for future show topics. We read every email and comment, so thank you for taking the time to reach out to us.  Note: We take pride in offering you an ad-free listening experience. If you'd like to support our mission of providing value over profits, please consider subscribing to our podcast and leaving a review. Thank you for joining a community of educators who have helped each other become recognized for their talent, professionalism, and passion!

30. Our 2025 Classroom Resolutions!

It’s time for our 2025 Classroom Resolutions Show! Not really. Because Mariel spends most of the time complaining about why she doesn’t like resolutions. But we still pass on some helpful tips despite being curmudgeons about it.  This episode’s topics include: * Stephanie’s resolutions about grading systems, organizing materials, and meeting students where they are * Mariel’s resolutions about test taking strategies and why she’s doubling down on reading LINKS MENTIONED: * Using a School Vacation as a Classroom Resent (Podcast Episode) [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/20-how-to-use-a-school-vacation-break-as-a-classroom-reset/id1662178054?i=1000637531898] * The 43 Files System (YouTube Video) [https://youtu.be/CS1QfHx_img] * My Portable Grading Station (YouTube Video) [https://youtu.be/nEHBC8wXF4E] ⏰ Want even more time-saving tips? Then check out Mariel’s YouTube Channel: The Time-Crunched Teacher. [https://www.youtube.com/@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher/featured] 🍎 Do you have a classroom story you’d like us to feature in an upcoming episode? Send us an email at podcast@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher.com [podcast@thetimecrunchedteacher.com]. We also love hearing from you, so please send us your feedback or requests for future show topics. We read every email and comment, so thank you for taking the time to reach out to us.  Note: We take pride in offering you an ad-free listening experience. If you'd like to support our mission of providing value over profits, please consider subscribing to our podcast and leaving a review. Thank you for joining a community of educators who have helped each other become recognized for their talent, professionalism, and passion!

29. Grading the Week: State Testing, Fire Drills, and Hiding From Elopers

We’ve decided to start a new segment called “Grading the Week,” where we share the passes and fails of our day-to-day experiences as classroom teachers. Join 5th grade teacher, Mariel Desrosier, and 3rd grade teacher, Stephanie Hedgpeth-Lopez, as we recount the joys of state testing, fire drills in the rain and what an eloper really is.  ⏰ Want even more time-saving tips? Then check out Mariel’s YouTube Channel: The Time-Crunched Teacher. [https://www.youtube.com/@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher/featured] 🍎 Do you have a classroom story you’d like us to feature in an upcoming episode? Send us an email at podcast@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher.com [podcast@thetimecrunchedteacher.com]. We also love hearing from you, so please send us your feedback or requests for future show topics. We read every email and comment, so thank you for taking the time to reach out to us.  Note: We take pride in offering you an ad-free listening experience. If you'd like to support our mission of providing value over profits, please consider subscribing to our podcast and leaving a review. Thank you for joining a community of educators who have helped each other become recognized for their talent, professionalism, and passion!

28. Do You Have a Buddy Class?

Why don’t you have a buddy class yet?! Okay, that’s a little dramatic. But seriously, it’s the greatest thing ever. Listen along as Mariel and Stephanie figured out how to rig the system so they could hang out MORE at work. Oh, and help the children build community at the same time.  This episode’s topics include: * What is a buddy class? * Setting up your buddy classes * Fun buddy class activities * Classroom management strategies during buddy class time * Benefits of the buddy class system Today’s classroom story includes how having the “cool buddy” can be the best ego boost ever.  ⏰ Want even more time-saving tips? Then check out Mariel’s YouTube Channel: The Time-Crunched Teacher. [https://www.youtube.com/@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher/featured] 🍎 Do you have a classroom story you’d like us to feature in an upcoming episode? Send us an email at podcast@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher.com [podcast@thetimecrunchedteacher.com]. We also love hearing from you, so please send us your feedback or requests for future show topics. We read every email and comment, so thank you for taking the time to reach out to us.  Note: We take pride in offering you an ad-free listening experience. If you'd like to support our mission of providing value over profits, please consider subscribing to our podcast and leaving a review. Thank you for joining a community of educators who have helped each other become recognized for their talent, professionalism, and passion!