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Each week, I deliver three actionable tips from my podcast to simplify your planning, focusing on time-saving hacks for elementary music teachers and easy fixes for elementary music teacher challenges.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the realm of music education, uncovering five essential strategies for infusing joy into the classroom without surrendering to chaos. The first part of the episode talks about how to structure your classroom when adding any activity that might...
In this podcast episode, I’m addressing the challenges elementary music teachers face in December with random events, field trips, and holiday festivities disrupting the normal routine. The focus is on maintaining effective teaching despite the chaos. I have three rules to help you survive the...
In Episode 40 we’re diving into a treasure trove of engaging lesson plans designed specifically for elementary music teachers gearing up for the festive season. All the featured lesson plans are conveniently available on my shop, offering a stress-free resource for educators looking to keep...
In this episode of “The Happy Music Teacher,” we delve into the transformative power of gratitude for elementary music teachers, both in their personal lives and within the classroom. I think it’s important to emphasize the importance of gratitude, because you can link it to...
In a recent interview with Bill Henry, an elementary music teacher and YouTube artist, Bill shared his passion and journey in the field of music education. Bill has been teaching for 18 years in the public school system in Maryland, catering to students from pre-K...
In this lively episode of the Happy Music Teacher Podcast, I delve into the wonderful world of elementary music education and discover the magic that unfolds when you infuse a healthy dose of silliness and fun into your classroom. As an elementary music teacher, finding...
In the upcoming episode of the Happy Music Teacher Podcast, we’re diving headfirst into the exhilarating world of holiday concert planning, tailored specifically for busy elementary music teachers. Titled Your Concert Season Playbook – 7 Strategies to Simplify Your Holiday Program Prep, this episode is...
Lindsay Titus, a behavior specialist and educator with over 18 years of experience, has a passion for helping educators redefine their authentic selves and find their inner spark both inside and outside the classroom. In an interview with fellow educator Jeanette Shorey, Lindsay shared her...
In this podcast episode, you’ll be offered insights and personal experiences to help alleviate the feelings of overwhelm and guilt that you may face when contemplating taking time off or navigating the challenges of your profession. Jeanette’s narrative begins with her own journey from a...
In today’s episode, I’m also going to give you 7 tips to help you save time by using a theme. The best part is that we’ll use fall-themed storybooks and their incredible potential to elevate your elementary music lessons. As we chat about fall storybooks,...
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