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The Balancing Act

By: Joseph A. Vitale and Jamie Wanko
  • Summary

  • Straight out of Central New Jersey, join two seasoned teachers as they chat about how they attempt to juggle their teaching careers, parenting multiple children, helping with aging parents, support their loving spouses and navigate the ever changing demands of teaching in a post Covid world. The Balancing Act podcast is here to explore the good, the bad and of course the funny when it comes to dealing with the ups and downs of family life along with being full time classroom teachers. Questions, comments and feedback will be encouraged as we explore this new and exciting adventure on The Balancing Act podcast. Special guests and contemporary topics in education will be a regular occurrence. This podcast will have something for every educator. From the seasoned veteran to the emerging new teacher. Email at PodTheBalancingAct@gmail.com for feedback, inquiries, or guest appearances.
    2023
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Episodes
  • We are “ALL IN” with Gian Paul Gonzalez - Episode 20
    Apr 30 2024

    Credited with inspiring the New York Giants towards their winning season, former teacher and current motivational speaker, Gian Paul Gonzalez, sits down with us for an end of the school year pep talk. Hailing from Union City, New Jersey, Gian Paul is here to talk us through the muddled end of the year where finding balance can be extra tough to achieve. Don’t miss the tips and special moments brought to the table by this amazing guy.

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    55 mins
  • Dear parents, we need YOUR support… Part II with Katie Schneider Episode 19
    Apr 16 2024

    We welcome teacher and author Katie Schneider this week to discuss her extremely potent and thought provoking “viral” letter written to parents. Shared by so many across the country over many social media platforms, Katie brings her point of view to the discussion on how to help teachers balance parents' reactions, and what other daily concerns we all share as current educators across the country.

    Check out the article referenced during our show!

    An Open Letter To Parents - Katie Schneider

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    52 mins
  • Episode 18 - Dear parents, we need YOUR support...Part I
    Apr 2 2024

    Spring Break is heading our way and the hosts are ready to party like it's 1999 in Cancun, Mexico. Or maybe they are just ready for some couch time. Listen for an honest discussion about what is lacking from the real partners in education, the parents. Why is there such a disconnect with students these days, and how can all parties work together to make things better for everyone? Raid the kids candy baskets and join us for an honest look at the parent: classroom connection.

    Check out the article referenced during our show!

    An Open Letter To Parents - Katie Schneider

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    47 mins

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