Teacher Michael Podcast

VIPKid Teacher Kaley stops by today to talk about some of her favourite reward systems, what it's like teaching as a stay-at-home mom, 5 Apple Chats and so much more!! Kaley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacherkaley/ 5 Apple Chat hashtag: #fiveapplechats Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

Michelle has yet to teach her 1st online student so I thought it would be nice to sit down with her and ask about her mindset as she begins this new adventure as an online teacher. Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ESLTeachermichelle/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

Teacher Erin is a YouTuber, online ESL teacher, Facebook group moderator, and one of VIPKid's top 5 referring teachers. She is an inspiration to so many in the online teaching community and today we sat down to talk about how she went from being an FSU circus performer to meeting the CEO of VIPKid. Erin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LHQKNiQ8_BQEFsP-RpBnw Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid.teacher.erin/ Erin's Website: https://www.myvipkidjourney.com/ Erin's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vipkidQA/

Today I sat down for a great chat with veteran VIPKid Teacher Mandy. Mandy spoke about her experience as an online teacher, getting involved with the VIPKid community through her 5-Apple Chats, as well as her upcoming trip to China. Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingpineapple/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

Garry is an actor, voice coach, university professor, and online ESL teacher with VIPKid. Today he sits down with us to chat about how he balances his life as an actor with his teacher life. If you're an actor or just looking to gain some insight into how an actor prepares to teach ESL online, this is the episode for you!! Garry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garrymanasco Michael on Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

Melissa is a work-from-home mother of two who just signed her second VIPKid contract. She has a very unique story to share, one that I think will motivate anyone who has been finding the world of online teaching difficult, overwhelming, or in any way intimidating. It was such a pleasure to speak with Melissa and I hope you enjoy our conversation. Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid.teachermelissa/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

I'm baaaaack!! And today's episode is for NEW VIPKid teachers. I'm going to share a few things I wish I knew in my first few months as an online teacher and we're also going to hear from fellow Brand Ambassador Jennifer as well as Teacher John. Jennifer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSC5B1t0w0-eYSWwVKaTALA John on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/pastorjmartinlbc ME on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn ========== The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

In 2017 Wally, his wife and their 5 children sold everything and began a travel adventure some people only ever dream about. Wally joins me today to share some travel stories from the 24 countries (and counting) he's visited with his family and talk about how teaching with VIPKid fits into his nomadic lifestyle. The Wallace Family on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewallacereboot/ The Wallace Family on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfc--ud7mZ-8nGIeQqrGgyA The Wallace Family Website: http://thewallacereboot.com/meet-the-wallaces/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

Today I chat with Angela about VIPKid, referring new teachers, travelling to China, meeting Cindy Mi and much more! Angela on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevipkidcoach/ Angela on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyxPTj56MjH3RA4ACSdO5iQ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

Stacey sits down to chat about the best side hustles for teachers! Some of them are teacher-related but some are not. A great episode for anyone interested in building a little income on the side of their main gig. Side Hustle Teachers: https://side-hustle-teachers.com/meet-stacey/ Stacey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleteachers/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

Devin and I had a great chat about his experience at the VIPKid Journey Conference in Chicago, what he learned in Nancy Taylor's workshop, and why new teachers should be thinking about "failing forward" instead of just failing. Devin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkidguy/ Devin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VIPkidGuy/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

Teacher Sarah stops by to chat about the VIPKid Journey conference, meeting CEO Cindy Mi, and the supportive nature of the VIPKid Teachers of Color Facebook group! Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instateachersarah/ Sarah's Website: https://heynewteacher.com/ VIPKid Teachers of Color FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vipkidteachersofcolor/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

VIPKid Teacher Megan stops by to chat about her online teacher bookclub, podcasts, balancing her teacher duties with at home farm-life and much more! Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/montanaonlineteacher/ Find the Online Teacher Bookclub by searching the hashtag on Instagram: #onlineteacherbookclub Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

Today is my first solo episode since re-launching the Extra Credit podcast! Thank you for everyone who submitted questions through Instagram for this episode, I couldn't have done it without you! Some of the questions I answered: Do you consider yourself a teacher or entertainer first? Do you have any days where you don't feel like teaching? How do you stay motivated? How can someone start to build their referral business? The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/ Teacher Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Teacher Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn

Teacher Jennifer - aka the 2D Prop Queen - has been impacting the VIPKid community online for quite some time and I was thrilled to get a chance to talk with her at length about all things VIPKid! Todays episode covers Jennifer's recent trip to China, how she grew her YouTube channel to 10k subscribers, and how it feels to be voted a VIPKid top community contributor. ========== Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkidjennifer/ Jennifer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSC5B1t0w0-eYSWwVKaTALA Jennifer on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1940748576136899/ ========== Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/ ========== Thanks for listening!!!

I'm speaking with long-time VIPKid teacher Jennifer today. We cover a range of topics including how to keep things fresh and engaging for your regular students. Thanks for listening! Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher_jennifer_svk/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

Becca is a Canadian VIPKid teacher who has been living and working in the UK for the past while. Today we talk all about how to make your teaching and travel dreams come true! Becca on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher.becca/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ THE VIPKID CHEATSHEET: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

Anna is a veteran VIPKid teacher and has a lot to share about her journey into the world of teaching ESL online. In today's episode we talk a lot about balance, both balancing VIPKid teaching with family life and also balancing multiple ESL platforms (gogokid & VIPKid). Find Anna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher.anna.here/ Find Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

Lisa has been teaching online for over a year and in that short time has managed to earn herself more than 600 5-apple reviews! Not bad!! In this interview she talks about her involvement with some of VIPKid's pilot programs, including the rural education project, as well as how she's managed to keep such a clean record when it comes to reviews. Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkidlisa/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

Stephanie has been teaching with VIPKid for just 12 days!!! In this interview she talks about the interview process, feeling nervous before class, where to get VIPKid help online and much more! Stephanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid.teacher.steph/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ ========================================== Teachers Stephanie mentioned in this episode: Teacher Erin: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid.teacher.erin/ Teacher Jennifer: https://www.instagram.com/vipkidjennifer/