
Teacher Takeaway
The Teacher Takeaway podcast is hosted by four Australian teachers. The purpose of the podcast is to provide educators with practical takeaway ideas to implement within their classroom or school setting.
Latest episodes

Aug 3, 2024 • 54min
Season 4 | Episode 22 | Fluency
In Season 4 | Episode 22 | We will be unpacking and discussing: How do we establish effective routines that enhance fluency instruction and boost reading comprehension?
In this episode, we are joined by Sue Hiland.
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Jul 20, 2024 • 47min
Season 4 | Episode 21 | Restorative Practices
In Season 4 | Episode 21 | We will be unpacking and discussing: How do teachers and leaders effectively incorporate restorative practices into schools?
In this episode, we are joined by Adam Voigt. If you would like more information about Adam and the work he does, please visit: https://adamvoigt.com.au/
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Jun 29, 2024 • 52min
Season 4 | Episode 20 | Word Reading, Spelling & Learning
In Season 4 | Episode 20 |
In this episode, we are joined by Shane Pearson. If you would like more information about Shane and the work he does, please visit: https://www.phormes.com/contact-us
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Jun 22, 2024 • 51min
Season 4 | Episode 19 | Spelling with Dr Tessa Daffern
In Season 4 | Episode 19 | We will be unpacking and discussing: How do we effectively develop the spelling skills of students?
In this episode, we are joined by Dr Tessa Daffern. If you would like more information about Tessa and the work she does, please visit: https://www.tessadaffern.com/
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Jun 15, 2024 • 34min
Season 4 | Episode 18 | Instructional Coaching
In Season 4 | Episode 18 | We will be unpacking and discussing: What is the impact instructional coaching has on teachers?
In this episode, we are joined by Amanda. If you would like more information about Amanda and the work she does, please visit: https://www.handsonheads.au/instructionalliteracycoaching#:~:text=The%20Instructional%20Literacy%20Coaching%20Experience,and%20increasing%20student%20literacy%20achievement.
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Jun 8, 2024 • 24min
Season 4 | Episode 17 | Dr William De Jean
In Season 4 | Episode 17 | We will be unpacking and discussing: How do we make learning stick for students?
In this episode, we are joined by Dr William De Jean. If you would like more information about William and the work he does, please visit: https://unleash-learning.com/about-us/
View the show notes here: https://teachertakeawaypodcast.weebly.com/shownotes

Jun 1, 2024 • 1h 4min
Season 4 | Episode 16 | Professional Growth with Simon Breakspear
In Season 4 | Episode 16 | We will be unpacking and discussing: How do schools and systems effectively support the professional growth and development of teachers?
In this episode, we are joined by Simon Breakspear. If you would like more information about Simon and the work he does, please visit: https://simonbreakspear.com/
View the show notes here: https://teachertakeawaypodcast.weebly.com/shownotes

May 25, 2024 • 37min
Season 4 | Episode 15 | Happy Schools
In Season 4 | Episode 15 | We will be unpacking and discussing: Who is responsible for improving staff wellbeing?
In this episode, we are joined by Steve Francis. If you would like more information about Steve and the work he does, please visit: https://www.happyschool.com.au/about-us/
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May 18, 2024 • 36min
Season 4 | Episode 14 | Writing Meaningful Texts
In Season 4 | Episode 14 | We will be unpacking and discussing: How do we get the balance right between teaching skills and writing meaningful texts?
In this episode, we are joined by Louise Dempsey. If you would like more information about Louise and the work she does, please visit: https://nz.linkedin.com/in/louise-dempsey-97921022
View the show notes here: https://teachertakeawaypodcast.weebly.com/shownotes

May 11, 2024 • 56min
Season 4 | Episode 13 | Reconciliation
In Season 4 | Episode 13 | We will be unpacking and discussing: How do we effectively support reconciliation in schools?
In this episode, we are joined by Lesley Woodhouse. If you would like more information about Lesley and the work she does, please visit: https://au.linkedin.com/in/lesley-woodhouse-072852146
View the show notes here: https://teachertakeawaypodcast.weebly.com/shownotes
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