Welcome to the Dance to Learn® Podcast — the Preschool Dance Teacher’s Podcast! In this episode, host Jessica Strong kicks off a special 2-part series breaking down the 10 Essential Preparations Every Dance Teacher Should Make before their first class of a new season. Whether you're a studio owner or preschool dance teacher, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you enter your season feeling confident, prepared, and excited.

This week, Jessica shares the first 5 essential preparations, from lesson planning to transitions — all rooted in the Dance to Learn® Whole-Child, Conceptualized-Thematic approach. This episode also kicks off the Back to Dance Teacher Challenge, happening exclusively in the Dance to Learn® Community beginning July 1st!

🩰 In This Episode You’ll Learn:

1. How to plan your preschool dance class using dance concepts and themes
2. Why predictable routines reduce anxiety and help children feel safe
3. How to create a sensory-enriched environment that supports all learning styles
4. Proactive classroom management strategies to avoid behavior challenges
5. Tips to master transitions and keep energy and focus flowing throughout class

🎉 Challenge Alert!
Join the Back to Dance Teacher Challenge — a 30-day, drip-format experience designed to help you prepare your classroom, welcome new families, and start the season strong. Includes bonus resources like printable class visuals, nurture email templates, and more! Starts July 1st — link in the show notes!

📣 Want to be featured on the show?
Submit your question during Ask the Pod (Fridays–Mondays) inside the Preschool Dance Teacher’s Forum on Facebook, or email Jessica at podcast@dancetolearn.co.

📌 Links Mentioned in the Episode:

• Join the Back to Dance Teacher Challenge → https://library.dancetolearn.co/pages/back-to-dance-challenge
• Preschool Dance Teacher’s Forum (Facebook Group) → https://www.facebook.com/groups/preschooldanceteachersforum
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• Join the Community → https://library.dancetolearn.co/pages/join-us

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