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Secondary Science Simplified™

Rebecca Joyner, High School Science Teacher
Teaching Strategies
Classroom Management
Parenting
AP Chemistry
AP Environmental Science
Science Education
SWOT Analysis
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Anticipatory Conversations
Student Engagement
Curriculum Development
College Board
Zach Matson
Instructional Resources
End-Of-Year Reflection
Professional Development
High School Education
AP Physics
Sustainability
Teacher Support

Secondary Science Simplified is a podcast specifically for high school science teachers that will help you to engage your students AND simplify your life as a secondary science educator. Each week Rebecca, from It's Not Rocket Science, and her guests will share practical and easy-to-implement strategies for decreasing your workload so that you can stop working overtime and start focusing your ener... more

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Mid-year is when the cracks start to show - expectations fade, routines get sloppy, and classroom management feels heavier than it should. In this episode, I share why you can reset classroom management at any point in the year and walk you through t... more

The “new year, fresh start” energy feels exciting, but can also be overwhelming! This episode cuts through the noise with a refreshingly simple approach to goal setting. Instead of complicated systems, you’ll focus on just two questions: what you wan... more

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It's time to hear the top episode of 2025, and it’s easy to see why this was a crowd favorite! I’m joined by high school chemistry and physics teacher Amanda Farrar, who shares her system for parent communication. She uses an intentional, data-driven... more

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Our second most-listened-to episode of 2025 dives into inquiry-based teaching and why it’s essential, even when students push back. I break inquiry down into practical, classroom-ready strategies, explain why students struggle if they’ve only experie... more

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Amanda Farrar
High school teacher specializing in chemistry and physics, known for her parent communication methodology.
Episode: 215. A Systematic and Scientific Approach to Parent Communication With Guest Amanda Farrar
Macee Huseman
High school science teacher with 12 years of experience.
Nazareth High School, Texas
Episode: 212. 6 Preps, EOC Review, Biology and Work/Life Balance With Guest Macee Huseman
Risa Woods
Former ELL teacher and founder of Every Teacher
Every Teacher
Episode: 204. Serving English Learners in Your Science Classroom With Risa Woods of Every Teacher
Amanda Bickerstaff
Co-founder and CEO of AI for Education, former high school biology teacher and ed tech executive
AI for Education
Episode: 201. AI Literacy for Science Teachers With Guest Amanda Bickerstaff of AI for Education
Mandy Farrar
High school chemistry and physics teacher
Episode: 195. A Simple and Effective Process for Parent Communication With Guest Mandy Farrar
Cienna Domke
A first-year high school chemistry and biology teacher reflecting on her teaching experiences.
Upper Peninsula of Michigan School District
Episode: 193. First Year Teacher Reflections With Cienna Domke
Heather Bonanno
Chemistry teacher who returned to the classroom after a five-year break to focus on her young children.
Chardier's Houston School District
Episode: 190. Student Mastery, Switching Schools, and Teaching Chemistry with Heather Bonanno
Dr. Hayley Watson
Founder and CEO of Open Parachute, author and clinical psychologist specializing in mental health interventions.
Open Parachute
Episode: 167. Teacher Mental Health With Guest Dr. Hayley Watson
Laura Tice
First-year AP Biology teacher
High School Teacher in Texas
Episode: 142. Reflections From a First-Year AP Teacher With Guest Laura Tice

Host

Rebecca Joyner
Host of a podcast dedicated to helping secondary science teachers engage their students and simplify their teaching duties. Her insights and strategies are drawn from personal teaching experiences and direct interactions with fellow educators.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • Good practical advice!

    Secondary science simplified gives good practical advice you can put into practice today! Prime Times really helped me Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ithoughtiknew...
    United States2 months ago
  • Such practical tips!

    I recently bought the it’s not rocket science anatomy curriculum and love it. I then learned of the podcast and have enjoyed many practical tips even as a teacher with a decade of experience. I am grateful for the podcast and the practical thoughts, tips, and encouragement described in a way that is easy to implement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    i. s. k.
    United States6 months ago
  • Episode #141 must listen for BOY!!

    If you teach science in upper grades, this is a great plan for how to start your year off right! I have 31 years of experience and this teacher has added more tools to my toolbox!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grossgrl
    United States6 months ago
  • Highly recommend

    This podcast has the best tips, tricks, and encouragement for secondary science teachers. I love INRS’s resources on TPT and this one is just as great. I often share with my science department when episodes relate to other subjects too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chelsea0146
    United States7 months ago
  • Great tips even at 15+ years

    I’ve been teaching since 2005; much of it was ag as an elective—not state tested Biology. Rebecca has great tips for all levels of teaching experiences. I’ve been listening for a year because my principal bought me one of her curriculums. This summer I’m binging the pod and preparing to use her 2nd curriculum next year! So great!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KmsmithD
    United States7 months ago

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Teachers note that the strategies discussed are easy to implement and highly relevant to their careers.
Listeners praise the podcast for its practical tips and advice tailored for high school science teachers.
The community aspect is highlighted, with many expressing appreciation for the supportive environment and relatable content.

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206. PRIME TIMES® - Everything You Need to Know
Q: How do you deal with tardies? Do you give them a zero for the day?
For tardy students with a note, I mark it similarly to absent students, and they still get to participate in Prime Times without making it up.
206. PRIME TIMES® - Everything You Need to Know
Q: Are your questions all multiple choice?
No, Rebecca prefers short answer questions that are easy to grade quickly, rather than multiple choice due to complexity in writing good questions.
206. PRIME TIMES® - Everything You Need to Know
Q: My students keep losing their prime time papers. What should I do?
Students are not responsible for keeping up with their Prime Times; they're collected and redistributed the next day, ensuring no one loses them.
206. PRIME TIMES® - Everything You Need to Know
Q: What do they write their answers on?
Students use a blank piece of notebook paper for the entire week, keeping it to reduce waste, rather than using a new one each day.
206. PRIME TIMES® - Everything You Need to Know
Q: How do you deal with students just waiting for you to go over the answers?
Students are instructed to pass their papers back before going over the answers, ensuring they don't have access to their papers while I explain the answers.

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Content centers around providing practical strategies and insights specifically tailored for high school science teachers. Frequent topics include effective lesson planning, classroom management techniques, and maintaining work-life balance while teaching various science subjects. The host regularly emphasizes hands-on learning, using modern educational tools like AI, and addressing common challenges faced by educators, including how to engage students and manage classroom dynamics. Unique to this show is the strong community focus, as it often features guests sharing their firsthand experiences and innovative strategies, making it feel like a supportive resource for teachers looking to navigate the complexities of secondary science educati... more

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2. Macee Huseman
3. Risa Woods
4. Amanda Bickerstaff
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7. Heather Bonanno
8. Dr. Hayley Watson

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