Checklists and Processes
- Checklists and Processes, Classroom Strategies, Curriculum, Lesson Ideas, Planning Strategies, Reflections
EP175 From Planning as Chore to Thinking as Design: A Mindset Shift for ESL Teachers
One of the biggest challenges ESL teachers face isn’t teaching the content—it’s finding the right materials to teach it well. If you’ve ever spent an entire planning period sifting through websites, scrolling past mismatched activities, or downloading resources that looked good but didn’t actually support your lesson, you know exactly how draining the search can be. You want something aligned. Something clear. Something your multilingual learners can truly thrive with. And most importantly—you want something you can use today without spending hours tweaking and adjusting. The good news? There are practical ways to cut down your search time and dramatically improve the quality of the resources you choose. Below, I’m…
- Checklists and Processes, Classroom Strategies, Curriculum, Distance Learning, Lesson Ideas, Newcomers, Planning Strategies, Professional Development
Ep. 167 Mixed Groups? How to Prepare and Plan
Welcome educators! Before we get started, I want to share the amazing resources I have available. To learn more and download some engaging resources, go to myadventuresinesl.com/store. I just want to take a moment to remind you: the work you’re doing matters. The time you’re investing right now—planning, preparing, dreaming—is planting seeds for a smoother, more intentional school year. Even if it’s just a few small steps at a time, it counts. You are showing up not only for your students but also for yourself, and that is something to be proud of. So take a breath, give yourself some credit, and know that you are not alone in this.…
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Ep. 164 New ESL Teacher? What You Need To Be Doing Now
Welcome educators! Before we get started, I want to share the amazing resources I have available. To learn more and download some engaging resources, go to myadventuresinesl.com/store. I just want to remind you that the work you do as an ESL teacher truly matters. You are creating a safe, supportive space where language learners can grow, take risks, and find their voice. Whether you’re prepping a little each week or just thinking ahead for now, you’re already making a difference. Be kind to yourself, take breaks when you need them, and remember: you don’t have to have it all figured out to be an incredible teacher. 💛 The goal of…
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EP162 Planning for Rest- Creating Structure
Welcome educators! Before we get started, I want to share the amazing resources I have available. To learn more and download some engaging resources, go to myadventuresinesl.com/store. To all the incredible ESL teachers—thank you for the heart, patience, and dedication you pour into your students every day. You do so much more than teach English; you give students the confidence to find their voice, the courage to express themselves, and the tools to build a brighter future. Your classroom is a place of hope, growth, and possibility. The work you do may not always be easy, but it is life-changing. Every word learned, every small victory, and every moment of…
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EP 153 Supporting You & Your Students During Testing Season
Before we dive in, I want to share some incredible resources designed to support you in your ESL classroom. You can find engaging lesson plans and activities at myadventuresinesl.com/store to help you navigate testing season with confidence. Thank You for the Work You Do To all the incredible ESL teachers—thank you for the life-changing work you do every day. You are more than educators; you are mentors, guides, and champions for students navigating a new language and culture. Your patience, creativity, and dedication create a classroom where students feel safe to take risks, make mistakes, and grow. You are giving your students the tools they need to find their voice,…
- Checklists and Processes, Curriculum, Lesson Ideas, Planning Strategies, Reflections, Teaching Strategies
EP 133 Lesson Ideas for Testing Week
Welcome educators! Before we get started I want to share with you the amazing resources I have available. To learn more and download some engaging resources go to myadventuresinesl.com/store. You are an effective and hard-working educator. The work that you are doing for your students is appreciated. Thank you for your dedication and the time you put in to ensure your students succeed. In this week’s episode, I will share lesson ideas that you can use during those days and weeks that you are testing. Build a vocabulary book. In the vocabulary book, students can build a story around key vocabulary they have learned for the year. Students can add…
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EP 120 Why I No Longer ‘Wing It’: Strategies to Plan My Week
Welcome educators! Before we start, I want to share an excellent free tool. It is “The Ultimate Guide to a Successful School Year”. In this guide, I walk you through how you can take those nervous jitters to have undeniable confidence throughout the school year. All because you started with these basic steps in the guide. Download the guide at myadventuresinesl.com/ultimateguide. We are going to start today’s episode with your reflection question. Have you been “winging it” with your lesson planning? Take a moment to reflect on this question. Think about this question and answer yourself honestly about where you stand. So many of us start off the school year…
- Building Relationships, Checklists and Processes, Planning Strategies, Professional Development, Teaching Strategies
EP. 116 Prep & Plan: Setting High Expectations
Hey! It’s Session 3! I want to thank you all for tuning into the first Prep & Plan Session (Routines & Procedures). A few of you asked about the routines and procedures that I use in my classroom. Click here to download my template of Routines & Procedures that I use in the ESL Master Plan. I will keep it available for a limited time. Let’s dive into Session 3! Building relationships with your students is a necessity if you want to have a high-functioning and high-performing classroom. Step 1: Planning for High Expectations In the last session, I provided you with strategies on how to establish high expectations in…
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EP 114 Prep & Plan: Routines & Procedures
Are you looking for some effective and engaging lessons for your Language Learners? Join the Close Read Club! Learn more at https://www.myadventuresinesl.com/closereadclub It’s Session 1 for our Prep & Plan journey!! Did you know that just spending a few minutes at the beginning of your classes establishing rules and procedures can make your school year so much easier? The “Back-to-School Prep & Plan Sessions” has begun! If you take action you’ll go into the upcoming school year prepared to support your Language Learners. Step 1: Download the UPDATED WorkbookHere’s the UPDATED link to the workbook for our time together—make sure to print this out and have it beside your computer…
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EP. 112 Summer Lesson Plan Strategies
Welcome educators! Before we get started I want to share with you an amazing free tool I have available to you. It is “The Ultimate Guide to a Successful School Year”. In this guide, I walk you through how you can take those nervous jitters to have undeniable confidence throughout the school year. All because you started with these basic steps in the guide. To download the guide go tmyadventuresinesl.com/ultimateguide. We are going to start off today’s episode with your reflection question. Take a moment to reflect on this question. Think about this question and answer yourself honestly about where you stand. The problem with planning over the summer is…
