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The Present Teacher Podcast

Helena Hains
Classroom Management
Teacher Wellness
Social Emotional Learning
Burnout
Education
Teaching Strategies
Teacher Self-Care
Teacher Interviews
Classroom Setup
Work-Life Balance
Teaching
Lesson Planning
Classroom Procedures
Teacher Interviewing
Self-Care
Time Management
First Year Teachers
Job Interviews
Meet the Teacher Night
First Year Teaching

Teaching was never supposed to cost you your health, your time, or your identity. The Present Teacher Podcast is for educators who are done glorifying burnout, overwork, and self-sacrifice—and are ready to build a sustainable teaching career instead. Hosted by Helena Hains, this podcast challenges the unspoken rules of the education system and names the truths teachers are often too afraid to say ... more

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Most classroom problems don't begin in October.

They begin before students ever walk through the door.

When I was a first-year teacher, I spent my entire summer decorating a travel-themed classroom. It looked beautiful—but by the last week of summe... more

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What if spending your entire summer in your classroom isn't what makes you a great teacher?

For years, I believed that the best teachers sacrificed their summers to prepare for back to school. Then everything changed.

During my first year in a new ... more

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Last year does not define the teacher you are becoming.

Maybe you were non-renewed.

Maybe you received a difficult observation.

Maybe you were placed on an improvement plan.

Maybe you left a district that wasn't the right fit.

If you've been carryi... more

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With back to school fast approaching, it's easy to feel like you're behind.

You look at your classroom.

You look at your to-do list.

You look at the calendar.

And suddenly it feels like there isn't enough time to get everything done.

But what if the ... more

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Helena Hains
Host and creator focused on educator wellbeing and sustainable teaching careers.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Practical strategies

    Love the show! Great tips for teaching!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shan Shan 1
    United States10 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I love tuning in to the present teacher podcast every week! Such great, simple tips I can implement into the classroom every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hhains
    United States4 years ago
  • Very knowledgeable!

    I’ve always been a fan of podcasts and I’m glad I found this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jaytheteacher
    United States4 years ago

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Practical, actionable guidance that you can apply in your classroom and job search.
Positive, encouraging take on tough topics like interview prep and district alignment.
Relatable host with clear strategies for burnout and boundaries.

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#156: Which Classroom Management Style Are You
Q: What is your biggest classroom management strength?
Creating relationships with students to understand and support their behavior.
#152: How I Found My Classroom Management Style (And How You Can Too)
Q: Which strategies have you tried that don't fit with the five-year future version you are becoming?
It is important to recognize strategies that don't align with your teaching style and eliminate them from your practice.
#152: How I Found My Classroom Management Style (And How You Can Too)
Q: Which strategies have I tried that fit that kind of teacher and get me excited about teaching?
Teachers should reflect on their experiences and identify which strategies have positively impacted their teaching style.
#124: How to Show Up Confidently in Your Teacher Business
Q: What should I say when I am coming online?
You should share what you're passionate about and what's on your heart, without fear of judgment.
#123: Gaining Clarity On Which Products to Make in Your New Teacher Business
Q: Which one should you start with?
You should start with whichever option you feel excited about.

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What is The Present Teacher Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show targets educators seeking sustainable careers and relief from burnout. Episodes emphasize aligning teaching work with personal values, setting boundaries, and practicing practical systems for time management, interview strategy, and classroom setup. Across episodes, listeners get actionable guidance on interviewing for district fit, building personal brands as teachers, and designing repeatable workflows to reduce stress while maintaining impact. The host leans into candid discussions about burnout, nervous-system regulation, and the importance of meaningful boundaries to protect health and well-being. A standout throughline is reframing traditional teaching norms to prioritize long-term sustainability over sheer hustle, with conc... more

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