Engaging Early Learners
Education & Explainer
About
Hosted by Rachel, an early childhood teacher and creator behind Engaging Early Learners. This podcast dives into everything from classroom management and student engagement to lesson ideas, routines, small-group instruction, and teacher life behind the scenes. Each episode is designed to be realistic, relatable, and rooted in what truly works with young learners. Whether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned one, you’ll leave each episode with something small (or big!) you can take back to your classroom and make your own, because even if one tiny piece helps your students thrive, that’s a win.
Episodes
- E8. From My First Year Teaching to Where I Am Now
Rachel discusses her teaching journey, from her initial years in the classroom to her present position. She reflects on how her experiences have evolved and shaped her approach to education.
- E7. How to Manage Classroom Behavior Without Burning Out
This episode of Engaging Early Learners focuses on strategies for managing classroom behavior and fostering student independence. It covers methods to shift from constant interruptions to students taking ownership through taught, modeled,…
- E6. How to Build Student Independence in Your Classroom
This episode discusses building student independence in the classroom. It provides strategies such as "ask three before me" and using visuals to support routines.
- E5. Teacher Time Management Systems That Actually Work
This episode of Engaging Early Learners discusses teacher time management systems. It explores why traditional productivity methods may not be effective and offers alternative strategies such as batching and time blocking to help teachers…
- E4. Teacher Burnout + Mental Health
Rachel shares her personal experience with teacher burnout and discusses the changes she made to protect her energy and well-being. She offers practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing time, and prioritizing mental health as a…
- E3. The Power of the Reset
This episode discusses the importance of resetting during challenging classroom moments. It offers practical strategies for teachers to pause, reset, and move forward, thereby maintaining a supportive environment for both themselves and th…
- E2. Systems Deep Dive
This episode of Engaging Early Learners delves into systems for a well-managed classroom without constant reminders. It covers five high-impact systems, including visual anchors, response systems, and transition strategies, to improve clas…
- E1. Classroom Systems that Reduce Behavior Struggles
This episode discusses how strong classroom systems can prevent student behavior struggles. It explores how repeated behaviors often indicate systemic issues and how intentional changes can reduce challenges, rather than trying to manage,…
- Engaging Early Learners with Rachel Glassman
Rachel Glassman hosts "Engaging Early Learners," a podcast for teachers. She provides practical strategies to help students learn and remember information.