
Teaching Middle School ELA
Welcome to the Teaching Middle School ELA podcast, where we are dedicated to helping English Language Arts teachers create dynamic and engaging lessons for their students, while also managing the day-to-day responsibilities that come with being a Middle School ELA teacher.
As educators ourselves, we understand the challenges of finding a work-life balance that allows us to pursue our passion for teaching while also enjoying our personal lives. That's why each Tuesday, hosts Caitlin Mitchell and Jessica Cannata share practical and innovative solutions for managing your workload and staying inspired in your teaching practice.
Whether you are looking for fresh ideas to inspire your students, strategies for improving your writing instruction, or tips for managing your time more effectively, this podcast is designed to provide you with the tools you need to thrive as a Middle School ELA teacher.
Join us each week for curriculum and lesson ideas, classroom stories, and interviews with fellow educators who are experts in the field. We believe that with the right support and resources, you can create a classroom environment that encourages students to become strong and passionate learners.
If you teach reading and writing to middle schoolers and want to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in ELA education, then this is the podcast for you! Tune in every week and let us help you make a difference in the lives of your students and in your own teaching career.
Episodes
Episode 318: Low-Prep Ways to End the Year with Deep Thinking

Episode 317: How to Plan Smarter, Not Harder: Mapping Out a Month of ELA in One Afternoon

Welcome Back: A New Season, A New Chapter

An Important Update for the Podcast

Mindset Favorite: Protecting Your Energy

Re-Air Transform Your Planning Process and Take Back Your Time

Mindset Favorite: Accepting Honesty

Episode 315: Ideas for Teaching Grammar in the Context of Reading

Mindset Favorite: Whether You Think You Can... You're Probably Right

Episode 314:Interview with Deonna Smith: culturally relevant learning environments

Mindset Favorite: Moving Forward Despite Fear

Episode 313: Say Goodbye to Popcorn Reading: 4 Engaging Read Aloud Strategies (You’ll Love the Last One!)

Mindset Favorite: Receiving vs. Going After It

Episode 312: Grab a Soccer Ball and Try this Discussion Activity Immediately

Mindset Favorite: Overcoming Self-doubt

Episode 311: Drop the Boring Writing Assignment, Engage Your Students, and Give Collaborative Writing a Try

Mindset Favorite: Seasons

Episode 310: How to Write a Lesson with ELL Students in Mind

Mindset Favorite: Stop Hitting the Snooze Button

Episode 309: What Does Taylor Swift Have to Do with Student Projects (Interview with Trevor Aleo)

Mindset Favorite: You'll Regret What You Didn't Do

Episode 308: Literary Shuffle Activity

Mindset Favorite: Be About It

Episode 307: Navigating the Science of Reading Part 8: Sight Recognition
