Listen to Episode 13 of the Student-Centered World Podcast above, “What Do You Do With a Toxic School?” I once saw on Facebook the plight of a teacher who had a total, unannounced administrative observation the morning after returning from winter break. This is the stuff of school culture nightmares. That first day back from … Read more
We are in a weird time in education. Not only are the pressures on the profession at an all-time high, but teachers by nature put their heart and soul into their work 24/7 while the school year is in session (and much of it often carries over when the year is not in session). Teacher burnout rates … Read more
You haven’t even walked into your classroom yet, and you’re already tired…feeling burnt out before school even starts. Not the good kind of tired from a long day well spent…the other kind. The kind where you’re standing in the school supply aisle at Target, staring at a stack of composition notebooks, and you feel your … Read more
I remember sitting in my classroom at 4:47 p.m. on a Tuesday, staring at a stack of essays I hadn’t touched in three days. The hallway had gone quiet an hour earlier. My coffee was cold. I had a splitting headache that had started somewhere around second period and never let up. A parent email … Read more
If you’ve been following our series on brain breaks in the classroom, you know we are passionate advocates for their power to reset student focus and enhance academic performance. In our fast-paced world, these short breaks are absolutely vital, giving students time to collect themselves so they can return to learning with renewed energy. But … Read more
(This post may contain affiliate links that won’t change your price but will share some commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Please read our disclosure policy for more information.) How often have you been affected by a comment from a colleague, a parent online, or even a friend that challenged your … Read more
Let me start with something that might sound strange: Teacher motivation is not a feeling. It’s a skill. You can learn it, lose it, and rebuild it…if you know what drains it in the first place. Over the last few years, I’ve watched too many good people leave teaching. The teacher shortage is real, and … Read more
Establishing healthy boundaries is essential for fostering positive relationships between educators, students, and parents. For a new teacher or a seasoned one, understanding the importance of utilizing strategies for setting boundaries with students and parents can make a significant difference in maintaining a supportive environment where everyone feels respected. Boundaries act as invisible lines that … Read more
There’s nothing more exciting and equally as terrifying as prepping for a teaching position interview at a school you really want to work at (or for a job you really need to land). Often when getting prepared, candidates start scouring the internet for teacher interview advice and the most common teacher interview questions they may be asked, … Read more
Teachers play an essential role in shaping the future of young people, often putting their students’ needs ahead of their own. However, the teacher mental health crisis is an issue that has been growing in visibility as teacher burnout, heavy workloads, and high levels of stress become more prevalent. The mental well-being of teachers has … Read more
Teaching is more challenging than ever, and maintaining teacher self confidence and self-belief is crucial. Often, teachers are their own worst critics and the person they listen to the least. This can lead to negative effects in both professional and personal lives. Building confidence is essential for becoming a more confident teacher and fostering a … Read more
Finding teacher work-life balance is hard. Balancing home life and professional responsibilities is a unique challenge for teachers. Achieving a healthy work-life balance has always been a struggle, whether teaching in person or online. Maintaining this balance is crucial for your physical health and mental well-being. When teaching in a classroom, school hours may be … Read more
Most of us are trying to tackle the wrong one…and we’re starting the school year at a deficit instead of our nervous systems being back to 100%.
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