E123: CoTeaching With Different Teaching Styles

E123: CoTeaching With Different Teaching Styles

From Teaching Restored by Kevin Jones

April 20, 2026 · 60 min · Season 1 · Episode 123

About this episode

This episode discusses the dynamics of co-teaching with different styles and the importance of communication and self-evaluation in creating a unified classroom culture.

What happens when two teachers have very different approaches to sharing the gospel in the same classroom? In this episode, we have an open conversation about co-teaching, evaluating our own teaching styles, and the sometimes sensitive dynamics that come with working together. We share stories and practical examples about the challenges of creating a unified classroom culture, especially when teaching responsibilities are split. The discussion highlights real struggles—like how to give feedback to a co-teacher and the importance of self-evaluation versus shared evaluation. Major points we cover include: How differing teaching patterns shape classroom experience The value and vulnerability of using tools like the Chess Timer Challenge Navigating difficult conversations and fostering mutual purpose Building a consistent, student-centered learning environment as co-teachers The spiritual and practical “pre-work” required to approach these conversations with genuine intent Our takeaways focus on the importance of intentional communication, starting with honest reflection and a shared vision. No matter your teaching context—church, seminary, or even home—these lessons help turn…

People in this episode

Host: Kevin Jones

Topics covered

  • co-teaching
  • teaching styles
  • classroom culture
  • feedback
  • communication
  • gospel teaching

Keywords

  • co-teaching
  • teaching styles
  • classroom experience
  • feedback
  • communication
  • gospel
  • self-evaluation
  • learning environment

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