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The Confident Chemistry Teacher

Helping high school chemistry teachers teach with confidence, run labs like a pro, and simplify their classroom with practical strategies that save time.

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Episode 25: Managing Lab Materials Without Losing...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2026/03/03

🎙Managing Lab Materials Without Losing Your MindLab days are powerful. They’re hands-on. They deepen understanding. Students love them. But let’s be honest… they can also feel chaotic and overwhelming. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact systems I use to manage lab materials in my chemistry classroom so I can coach instead of react. After 18 years of teaching, I still get a little lab-day anxiety, but strong systems protect my patience, energy, and classroom flow. If lab days feel

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17:42

Episode 24: How I Run POGIL Activities

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2026/02/18

Episode IntroIn this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m sharing exactly how I run a POGIL in my chemistry classroom — from setup to grading. You’ll discover how to get students collaborating instead of waiting for answers, and leave with strategies to make group work productive and manageable. Key Takeaways By the end of this episode, you’ll learn how to: ● Decide when to use a POGIL (and when not to) ● Set clear expectations so groups stay on task ● Use roles to

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19:43

Episode 23: Inside the Unit- Moles | Teaching...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2026/01/19

Episode Intro In this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m taking you inside my mole unit — not as a day-by-day plan, but through the thinking and teaching decisions behind it. The mole unit is one of the first truly skill-heavy units students encounter in chemistry, and it can feel overwhelming for both students and teachers. I share how I introduce the mole conceptually, how I scaffold practice, how I check for mastery along the way, and how I help students build

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11:03

Episode 22: Small Tweaks I'm Making to My Chemistry...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2026/01/10

Episode IntroIn this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m sharing the key systems and teaching practices I’m focusing on in 2026 to help me feel more organized, reduce decision fatigue, and actually enjoy the spring semester with my students. Like many teachers, I’ve felt overwhelmed this year — new responsibilities, new classes, and the constant pressure to keep up with curriculum pacing. Instead of trying to do everything, I’m intentionally focusing on a few core

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14:18

Episode 21: How I Review for Semester Exams

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/12/13

🎙️ Ep. 21 – Simple Semester Exam Review Strategies that Keep Students Engaged Episode Intro In this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m sharing my favorite strategies for reviewing before semester exams — without losing your sanity or your students’ attention. You’ll discover how to keep students engaged during review days, balance independent and active learning, and design meaningful practice materials that actually prepare them for success. By the end of this

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14:25

Episode 20- Inside the Unit: Chemical Nomenclature

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/11/29

🧪 Ep. 20 – Inside the Unit: Chemical Nomenclature Episode IIn this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m walking you through how I teach one of the foundational chemistry skills—chemical nomenclature. You’ll hear how I structure the unit, keep students engaged, and help them build confidence while naming and writing chemical formulas. Key Takeaways By the end of this episode, you’ll learn how to: • Determine when to teach nomenclature in relation to bonding • Use bonding

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13:22

Episode 19: When Graduation Is the Goal (and Learning...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/11/04

Episode IntroIn this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m sharing a real and honest reflection about what happens when graduation rates take priority over student learning. You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes challenges of adjusting to a new school environment, supporting struggling students, and finding your balance between accountability and empathy. You’ll walk away with practical classroom management strategies, structure ideas, and tools that help you refocus your

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11:35

Episode 18: Inside the Unit- Periodic Table Trends

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/10/30

🎙️ Episode: My Go-To Periodic Table Unit -Activities, Trends, and Timing TipsA practical walkthrough of my Periodic Table unit—history hooks, must-teach trends, hands-on labs, and lots of low-prep practice to cement understanding. Episode Description In this episode, I run through exactly how I teach the Periodic Table in Chem I and Honors: how I hook students with music and history, scaffold core periodic trends (atomic radius, ionization energy, electronegativity, ionic radius), and

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12:33

Episode 17: Inside the Lab- Isotope Marshmallow Activity

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/10/14

Welcome back to the Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast!Episode Summary In this episode, I’m breaking down one of my favorite quick-and-fun isotope activities — the Marshmallow Isotope Lab! This hands-on lab helps students visualize isotopes by building models of hydrogen’s three isotopes using mini marshmallows and toothpicks. It’s simple, colorful, and perfect for reinforcing the difference between ions and isotopes in a memorable way. I’ll walk you through: ✅ Why this lab helps

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12:02

Episode 16: Inside the Unit- Electrons

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/10/07

Episode SummaryHey Chemistry Friend! In this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, Chem walks you through her Electrons Unit — from the evolution of atomic models to light and energy calculations, and finally, electron configurations. You’ll hear how she sequences lessons, which labs and demos make the biggest impact, and how she builds connections between math skills, color emissions, and atomic structure. Whether you’re teaching high school Chemistry or honors-level

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12:15

Episode 15: How I Use Google Slides to Organize...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/09/30

Sometimes the simplest tools make the biggest impact.In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite organization hacks: the daily Google slide. Each day of the school year gets its own slide with the date, learning intentions, success criteria, warm-up, agenda, and links to resources. It’s a straightforward system, but the benefits are huge—for me, my students, parents, co-teachers, and even admin. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What goes on a daily slide (date, objectives, warm-ups,

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14:58

Episode 14: Inside the Unit: Atoms

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/09/23

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Chem walks through a practical sequence for teaching Atoms—from subatomic particles to isotopes and average atomic mass—plus why some topics don’t live in this unit (history of the atom, moles) and where to spiral in ions and the octet rule. You’ll get easy-to-run activities (Google Slides checks, PBS ChemThink, isotopes/average-atomic-mass activities), labs, and clear expectations for Chem 1 vs. Honors. Freebie Links: Atomic Structure Review & Practice

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11:43

Episode 13: Parent Communication: A 6-Step Email &...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/09/16

Parent communication isn’t anyone’s favorite part of the job (hi, same 🙋‍♀️), but it can be calm, professional, and effective.In this episode, I share a simple 6-step framework I use for emails and phone calls so conversations stay factual, collaborative, and student-focused—without eating your whole prep period. You’ll also hear practical examples, boundary tips, and how to document contacts the smart way. You’ll learn why consistent, professional communication is essential for

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8:52

Episode 12: How the Lab Day Starter Kit Makes Labs...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/09/09

In this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m sharing how I used the Lab Day Starter Kit in my own classroom and why it made a “simple” lab run smoother and more meaningful for both me and my students.I’ll walk you through each piece of the kit, show how it supported my Cooling Rate of Hot Water Lab, and give you practical tips for making your own lab days less stressful. By the end of this episode, you’ll learn how to: Use the Lab Day Checklist to plan ahead and save

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14:55

Episode 11- Inside the Lab: Matter and Change Station...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/09/02

Ep. 11 – Inside the Lab: Matter & Change In this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m kicking off a new series: Inside the Lab. Today, I’m taking you inside my Matter & Change Lab—an 8-station activity that gives students confidence, reinforces key vocabulary, and sets safety expectations early in the year. I’ll highlight my 4 favorite stations and share teacher hacks that make setup, timing, and safety a whole lot smoother. Key Takeaways By the end of this

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8:32

Episode 10: 3 Ways AI Saved Me Time & Improved My...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/08/26

AI is everywhere right now, but what does it really look like in a high school classroom?In this episode of the Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m sharing 3 practical ways I use ChatGPT to save time, reduce stress, and support student learning — including one that completely surprised me. Here’s what you’ll hear: Parent emails made easier — how I use ChatGPT to polish tone, grammar, and professionalism (especially when I’m frustrated 🙃). Better post-lab questions — how I generate

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13:19

Episode 9: Inside the Unit- Matter & Change

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/08/19

In this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m taking you inside the Matter & Change unit—one of the most important foundations for the rest of the year. This unit helps students:Build vocabulary they’ll use in every future Chemistry topic Practice classification skills through hands-on activities Gain lab confidence while still early in the year See the difference between physical vs. chemical properties and changes I also share how I structure this unit in my own

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8:11

Episode 8: 3 Lab Shifts I Made to Improve Student...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/08/12

In this episode of The Confident Chemistry Teacher Podcast, I’m sharing three powerful lab shifts that helped my students learn more deeply from hands-on activities—and stopped them from just “going through the motions.”From rethinking your lab timeline to using quizzes and videos strategically, these small changes make a big impact on engagement and retention. You'll hear: Why I no longer squeeze labs into one class period, How lab quizzes improve accountability, What kinds of videos I

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13:50

Episode 7: What I Do on the First Day in Chemistry Class

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/08/05

Today we’re hitting pause on the lab shifts and diving into something timely — your very first day with students. If you’ve ever dreaded starting the year with a dry syllabus read-through or found yourself doing all the talking, this episode is for you.I walkyou through my Models in Science lesson — an interactive, movement-based activity that gets students collaborating, thinking scientifically, and laughing together. We’ll talk about how this lesson sets expectations, introduces

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13:45

Episode 6: Inside the Unit: Scientific Math- How I...

The Confident Chemistry Teacher ·

2025/07/31

🎙️ Episode 6: Inside the Unit – Scientific Math How I Use Sig Figs, Density, and Real-World Connections to Build Chemistry Confidence Show Notes: In this episode, I break down my Scientific Math unit—a standalone unit designed to give students the foundational math skills they need to succeed in Chemistry. I’ll walk you through: Why I teach Scientific Math as a standalone unit, how I tackle topics like sig figs, scientific notation, and density My favorite labs, demos, and student

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