In this episode of Common Time Podcast, we welcome Kathy Johnson, an experienced educator and mentor whose passion for nurturing young teachers shines through in this episode. Kathy shares her expertise on creating supportive environments for new teachers, providing essential guidance for mentors, and fostering growth without overwhelming them. Together, we discuss practical strategies for mentoring early-career teachers and student teachers, offering a foundation to navigate the unique challenges of the "new teacher" phase. Kathy’s advice touches on balancing encouragement with constructive feedback, developing confidence, and setting realistic goals for sustainable success in music education.
Tune in to learn from Kathy’s hands-on approach and discover actionable ways to empower the next generation of music educators.
Kathy was kind enough to provide additional resources through the following links
Making the most of student teaching - https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/J9LoX1DsTqGp4?
Ensemble skills - https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/feCi2bF9JBUDH?
You can find more of her educational resources at https://www.facebook.com/MusicalMasteryBook
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