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This Teacher Life

A weekly podcast for teachers full of tips and tricks, stories and strategies, celebrations and struggles, all from the real life we are living every day. Welcome to This Teacher Life with Monica Genta.

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00:20:49

How A Plastic Golden Cat Increased School Climate &...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/06/29

Getting staff AND students on the same page can be incredibly difficult these days. But what if there was a silly, simple way to increase the climate and culture of your school while also bringing people together? What if that same idea would INCREASE positive office referrals too? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we unpack the details of how a plastic golden cat when from being trash to a treasure. I promise that “Gary” can gain popularity in your school once you listen to

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00:33:57

Super Simple SEL Solutions for Students & Staff (Best...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/06/22

How are you currently feeling in your position in education? Do you feel like you are supported as staff? Do you feel like your kids are supported as students? Sometimes all our school needs is a little social-emotional support for everybody! But how do we do that? In this episode I dive into some ideas that I’m using as a K-12 SEL teacher. I’m confident they can easily be applied to your current position and it will bring positivity, purpose, and passion back to your people! Episode Notes: Get 180

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00:24:20

3 Super Simple Ways to Engage Students (And All You...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/06/15

When was the last time you were able to get your students super motivated with a paper plate? When was the last time you increased student engagement with a reverse card from Uno? When was the last time you handed out notecards and nobody refused to participate? Because after listening to this week’s episode of This Teacher Life podcast, you are going to be so excited to bust out paper products! And the best part, they are going to product student results. In this special episode with guest, Jack

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00:24:28

How to Create RESPECT In Your School for Students &...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/06/08

How is behavior managed in your school? Would you say it is more proactive or reactive? When it comes to school culture, nothing building positive climate better than parties over punishment. But how can we celebrate students in a way that gets kids motivated to make the right behavioral choices? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we tackle the word RESPECT and how that can set the tone for the whole year. Don’t miss this simple, structured idea to create smiles from

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00:33:36

How to Get Students to Turn In High-Quality Work and...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/06/01

Do you struggle to get kids to turn in work? Do you wish students put forth more effort on the work they turn in? Do you feel like students are failing and they don’t care? If you answered YES to any (or all of those) questions then this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast is for you! We will dive into my #1 way to get students putting for their best effort on the first try and the amazing system my school in place if kids don’t. This idea will take you from stressed to solution focused

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00:21:27

6 Simple Things that Teachers Need to Bring More Joy...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/05/25

Truth: Teachers want and need more joy in their life! Truth: It can come in some silly and significant ways if we are strategic about it! In the This Teacher Life season finale, we’re wrapping up with a special episode dedicated to helping educators rediscover the joy in their teaching journey on both a personal and professional level. Join us as we dive into six simple yet powerful strategies that can transform the day-to-day experience in the classroom and beyond. Whether you’re feeling burnt out

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00:24:36

BIG Announcement! Packing Up And Walking Away from My...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/05/18

In this raw and heartfelt episode of the This Teacher Life, we’re diving into a BIG announcement that might just surprise you. After years of dedication to the traditional classroom, I’m packing up and walking away… or just across town — but not for the reasons you might think! This episode explores the personal and professional shifts that led to this decision, the challenges and triumphs of education, and what’s next on the horizon. Tune in for a candid conversation about growth, change, and

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00:33:34

How To Change Schools, Students, & Staff with Simple,...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/05/11

Special episode alert! In this week’s powerful recording of This Teacher Life, we dive into the heart of education with practical, yet impactful strategies that can transform not only schools but the lives of students and staff alike. We explore actionable ideas that can spark meaningful change in your school environment. From boosting student engagement to fostering a positive school culture, this episode provides real-world solutions to the challenges educators face today. Whether

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00:26:04

How to Get Students of ALL Ages College, Career, and...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/05/04

Teachers, would you rather have more sick days or more personal days? I’m sure you have LOTS of opinions and lots of conditional questions before you answer that controversial, difficult question. Well, what if we could use would you rather as an awesome way to equip kids with the skills they need in the future? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life Podcast, we’re tackling one of the most important questions educators face: how do we prepare students of all ages for

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00:21:18

6 Super Simple Ideas to Celebrate Educators During...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/04/27

Teacher Appreciation Week is the perfect time to show educators just how much they mean to our schools and communities. In this week’s episode of The This Teacher Life, we share six super simple yet meaningful ideas to celebrate and honor teachers during this special week. Whether you’re a parent, administrator, or fellow educator, you’ll find easy and thoughtful ways to spread gratitude, uplift your colleagues, and make a lasting impact. Tune in for creative suggestions that go

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00:27:24

How to Host the Best Open-House or Orientation Your...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/04/20

Students changing grade levels, changing teachers, and changing buildings can be hard. That is because change is hard! But, when we are proactive about putting plans into place change can be super exciting for kids. If you are looking for ideas on how to level-up your upcoming orientation or strategies’ on how to make your upcoming open-house less stressful, this episode is for you. This Teacher Life episode is packs with hacks on how to host events that decrease fear and frustrations for

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00:23:25

Unpopular Teacher Opinion!? Content in the Classroom...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/04/13

To apply for the job opening or not to apply, that is the question at this point in the year and at this point in education. This is a tough question that nearly every educator faces at some point—do you stay rooted in the classroom, focusing solely on content delivery, or do you pursue leadership roles for broader impact? We’ll explore the pros and cons of both paths and challenge the assumptions about what it means to truly make a difference in education. Also hear from special guest Jack

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00:34:22

How to Roll Out a Classroom Competition That...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/04/06

Get ready to roll with laughter and learning in this fun-filled episode. This idea is shaking up the typical classroom routine with a Yahtzee dice challenge that’s sure to make your students take a chance on changing behaviors in a good way! Join us as we reveal how to set up a competitive game that not only scores big on fun but also encourages positive behaviors and cuts down on the stress for you, the teacher. From rolling dice to rolling in the good vibes, this episode of the This Teacher Life

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00:20:06

A Really Dumb Idea That Will Get 100% of Students...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/03/30

What if you could throw a party in your classroom everyday? And this party wouldn’t be any work, it wouldn’t create chaos, and the party wouldn’t cost anything. Would you want to be a part of it? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast I explain how all kids can be a part of a party, they just have to listen. This simple idea has caused 100% of students to listen and that means they are learning, because listening is a sign of engagement! What a teacher

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00:28:59

How Doritos Can Create Really Dynamic Laughter and...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/03/23

What if I told you Doritos could be so dynamic in your classroom and you wouldn’t even need to buy a bag!? In this week’s fun and unexpected episode of the The This Teacher life podcast , we dive into the power of humor, creativity, and dynamic discussion in the classroom! We explore how a simple bag of Doritos can unlock laughter and enhance student engagement in ways you’ve never imagined. From rigor and relationships t to encouraging creative thinking, Doritos can be the perfect

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00:25:27

How One Simple Question Can Create SO Much Classroom...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/03/16

What is the difference between an MVP and an MPP? Curious what this means and how it can create conversation in your classroom? I’ve got you covered! In this episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we explore how one simple question can spark meaningful engagement and foster a positive, emotionally connected classroom environment. We’ll discuss how this strategy can be a game-changer for fostering relationships, promoting self-reflection, and improving classroom dynamics. Learn how to

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00:31:32

2 Simple Ways to Build Staff Climate, Culture, &...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/03/09

In this episode we’re diving into two easy-to-implement, fun strategies that can transform the climate and culture of your school staff. If you’re looking for creative, low-cost ways to boost morale, strengthen relationships, and create a more connected team, this episode is for you! We’ll explore two practical activities that not only enhance communication and collaboration but also infuse your school with positivity and energy. Whether you’re a teacher, principal, or school leader,

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00:26:40

1 Really Dumb Idea That Creates Dynamic Relationships...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/03/02

What if a “really dumb” idea could not only bring fun to your classroom but also create lasting connections with your students AND boost attendance? Well, that’s exactly what this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast is all about! Tune in for a 3-step process that’s easy to implement, requires little to no prep, and can be done with any grade level. You’ll learn how to put a unique spin on student interaction by adopting a method that builds trust, boosts morale,

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00:19:42

How 1 Idea Got Students to Come Prepared,...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/02/23

There is unexpected power in fake money to students of all ages! If you are looking to motivate students to come to class prepared, actively engage, and maintain a positive mindset throughout the school year, you are in the right place! In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we dive into a creative and highly effective classroom strategy that has transformed student engagement, participation, and attitude. From improving attendance to fostering a competitive yet supportive

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00:23:44

1 Simple Idea to Improve School Culture, Teamwork, &...

This Teacher Life ·

2025/02/16

Do your students find everything “unfair” or “rigged” or constantly claim that somebody “cheated” creating conflict and chaos in your classroom? If you said yes, I hear you and I’ve got you covered! In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we dive into one powerful, yet incredibly simple idea that can transform: school’s culture enhance teamwork among staff and students foster better sportsmanship in the classroom and activities Best of

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