Top of the Class

This podcast was developed by educators for educators of all kinds, so whether you’re an undergraduate student studying to become a teacher, maybe you’re a paraprofessional, a classroom teacher, a master’s student, or an administrator, you are welcome here and we hope you’ll join us each month.

Top of the Class is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 80 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Top of the Class, a education show with 80 episodes published.

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  Top of the Class Episode 63 – Executive Presence – Emily & Meredith

  Mar 11, 202522 minS0

  <p>Welcome to today’s episode! We are diving into a topic that goes beyond lesson plans and teaching strategies—executive presence in education. Often associated with corporate leadership, executive presence is just as critical in the world of teaching. It’s about how we carry ourselves, communicate, and connect with others in a way that inspires confidence and respect.</p> <p>As educators, we navigate a variety of roles—mentor, leader, mediator, and advocate. Whether it’s managing a classroom, collaborating with colleagues, or engaging with parents, our ability to project authority and empathy impacts every interaction. Today, we’ll explore w...

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  Top of the Class Episode 62 – Working with Different Personalities – Dr. Alicia Kozimor

  Feb 11, 202523 minS0

  <p>In today’s episode, we’re delving into the art and science of working with personalities and appreciation language. What better a topic to be released during this Valentine’s Day week. As educators, we interact with diverse personalities daily—students, colleagues, administrators, and parents. Understanding these unique traits and how they influence communication, collaboration, and engagement is critical to fostering positive relationships and creating inclusive environments. We’ll unpack practical strategies for building strong team dynamics, explore how appreciation languages can transform workplace culture, and share real-world stories of how educators have used these tools to connect meaningfully with other...

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  Top of the Class Episode 61 – What is Teacher Licensure? – Dr. Jeremy Hayden

  Jan 13, 202525 minS0

  <p>Well, we know that we have taken a little bit of a hiatus on Top of the Class these past few months. Life has been nothing short of a whirlwind, but we have missed you all and are so excited to jump right in. </p> <p>Today we are chatting about the ever-glamorous topic of educator certification. Whether you’re just beginning your journey into teaching or you’re a seasoned professional, navigating the certification process can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we’re diving into the nuts and bolts of educator certification—what it takes to get certified, how it im...

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  Top of the Class Episode 60- Financial Literacy for Educators- Part II -Monica Martinez

  Mar 5, 202418 minS0

  <p>So, we are back with Part II of our financial literacy conversation with our expert, Monica Martinez! We are here to chat about what financial literacy is and why it is important for us as educators. Again, we want to remind all you listeners that we are not professional financial advisors and the information shared today is simply to help educate and share tips. We ask that any listeners seek advice from professional financial advisors before making any changes to their financial planning. Let’s go hear more on this important topic and if you missed Part I, be su...

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  Top of the Class Episode 59- Financial Literacy for Educators- Part I -Monica Martinez

  Feb 6, 202420 minS0

  <p>This is part one of a 2-part special! Today we bring to you a conversation that is not always an easy one to dig into, but one that is so important to discuss as educators. We are bringing to you an expert to help us chat and learn a bit more about financial literacy as educators. Before we learn about our amazing guest, Meredith and I do want to remind our listeners that we are not professional financial advisors and the information shared today is simply to help educate and share tips. We ask that any listeners seek advice...

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