Hosted by John Vergara · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 89 episodes
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We explore how to connect with students with challenging behavior through real stories and strategies from educators.
John Vergara hosts Difficult Student, a education show with 89 episodes published.
Todd Bloomer (Director of School Leadership) shares his inspiring journey from New York to Texas, emphasizing the importance of risk-taking, leadership, and self-care in education. Discover practical advice for educators
3 essential keys to building meaningful relationships that improve classroom culture and student growth.
Teaching during fear and uncertainty, while trying to keep students safe, present, and learning in a divided world.
Educators Sally Calderon and Megan Stires share their experiences and insights into early childhood special education. They discuss their journeys into the field, the importance of building positive relationships with st
Gracie Moon shares her journey in education, emphasizing the importance of empathy, understanding, and restorative practices in the classroom. She discusses her experiences as a student and educator, highlighting the nee
Steve Carey discusses his journey in establishing Bold as Lions Academy, a co-op homeschool program in Keller, Texas. He shares insights on the flexibility of homeschooling, the importance of socialization, and the benef
Eric Garcia, a district social worker, shares his experiences in alternate education. He emphasizes the importance of understanding students' backgrounds and the need for supportive educational environments. Eric discuss
Karen Mayer Cunningham (Special Education Boss), shares her journey into the field of education, driven by personal experiences with her child's disability. She discusses the complexities of the IEP process, the challeng
Edgar Palacios (Education advocate & nonprofit founder) shares how Latino representation in schools, identity, vulnerability, and storytelling can inspire educators, empower youth, and drive lasting community change.
Dr. Michael Vallejo (Professor of Teacher Education) shares his journey into education, highlighting the transformative power of teaching and the importance of mentorship. He discusses the challenges faced by new teacher
Joey Sims shares his journey as a special education teacher, balancing family life, and the importance of building relationships with students. He discusses his experiences with ADHD, his teaching philosophy, and how he
SPED teacher and board trustee James Forsythe shares challenges and solutions for sustaining inclusion, building trust, and keeping teachers thriving amid shrinking resources and growing student needs.
In this episode, Dean of Students Kamilah Todd shares powerful insights on community schooling, teacher authority, and supporting students’ basic needs. From rural Louisiana to urban classrooms, we explore how trust, gra
I sit down with Rob Stauffer, an international educator, to unpack why challenging behavior is communication, how to build belonging through smart grouping, and what vulnerability looks like in real classrooms. We discus
Learn classroom management strategies to build positive student relationships, improve behavior, and create a safe, supportive learning environment.
In this solo episode, I open up about my real journey with health as an educator, father, and now grandfather. From growing up without strong examples of fitness, to juggling family and teaching in my 20s, to finally bui
A roundtable of educator-creators with guests Eric Glenn (MS math), Mash Makhlyagina (SPED advocate/coach), and Laura Vazquez (dual-immersion 6th grade) swap real-world stories about how social media has reshaped their t
Julio Lopez shares his journey from being a PE teacher to administrator, highlighting the challenges in physical education and the lessons learned in leadership. We dive into how strong administrators support teachers, t
In this video, I share my journey in education, from starting as a playground supervisor at 18 to becoming an assistant principal. It hasn’t been easy, but every setback opened new doors. If you’re feeling stuck or uncer
David Melendez shares his journey as a middle school choir teacher, discussing the importance of building connections with students, being authentic in the classroom, and the significance of self-reflection. He emphasize
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Difficult Student is hosted by John Vergara. The show is categorised under education and has published 89 episodes.
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