The Teacher Burnout Podcast

Barb Flowers
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The Teacher Burnout Podcast

In The Teacher Burnout Podcast, we will explore these challenges and offer practical strategies and tips to help teachers overcome burnout and rediscover their passion for education. Whether you are a classroom teacher, school administrator, or education student, this podcast is for you. Join us as we explore the complex issue of teacher burnout and help you find practical solutions to support your well-being and reignite your passion for education. Subscribe now to The Teacher Burnout Podcast and start your journey towards a happier and more fulfilling career in education.

  1. 2D AGO

    Breaking Free From Overthinking for Teachers

    Do you overthink everything as a teacher? Do you overthink lesson plans, meetings with your principal, colleagues, or parents? If that sounds like you, then this episode is for you. In this episode we talk about: What overthinking isCommon triggers for overthinkingNegative impacts on your teachingPractical solutionsOverwhelmed by your workload as a teacher, get The Teacher Workload Reboot HERE and Work Less, Teach Better. Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment. Check out my instagram @All_About_Elementary HERE for more tips and strategies for elementary teachers! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.  IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

    14 min

  2. APR 10

    The Comparison Detox for Teachers

    Are you caught in the comparison trap as a teacher? Do you feel like you never quite measure up? I've been there too. In this episode, I share: The real toll comparison takes on your teaching and wellbeingPractical strategies to break free from the comparison cycleSimple techniques to cultivate a positive teaching mindsetJoin me to discover how letting go of comparisons can transform your teaching experience and reignite your passion for the classroom. Overwhelmed by your workload as a teacher, get The Teacher Workload Reboot HERE and Work Less, Teach Better. Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment. Check out my instagram @All_About_Elementary HERE for more tips and strategies for elementary teachers! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.  IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

    19 min

  3. MAR 27

    Setting a Positive Tone for the Week as a Teacher

    Are you dreading Mondays as a Teacher? Do you need a reset strategy? Listen to this episode to learn: Practical strategies to transform your Monday mindsetTips to prepare on Friday that eliminate weekend anxietyHow to implement effective time-blocking for your teaching scheduleMethods to establish clear work-life boundariesEnergy management techniques for both you and your studentsThis episode of the Teacher Burnout Podcast offers actionable advice for educators looking to start their week with purpose and positivity rather than dread. Turn Monday from your most dreaded day to your most productive! Overwhelmed by your workload as a teacher, get The Teacher Workload Reboot HERE and Work Less, Teach Better. Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment. Check out my instagram @All_About_Elementary HERE for more tips and strategies for elementary teachers! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.  IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

    18 min

  4. MAR 13

    Strategies for Teachers When Classroom Autonomy Fades

    Are you a teacher who feels like you've lost autonomy in your classroom? Are you stressed because you have a more rigid curriculum to follow? I hear this from many teachers. In this episode, I provide you with tips on how to navigate the loss of autonomy and how to gain back control. The emotional impact of transitioning from freedom to rigid curriculum requirementsWhy that feeling of "teaching with fidelity" can be so frustratingHow to preserve your teaching identity when everything feels prescribedPractical ways to find joy in a standardized teaching environmentThe hidden opportunities within curriculum constraintsTechniques to manage the disappointment of abandoning beloved teaching unitsHow to avoid the burnout cycle that comes from fighting the unchangeableFinding your unique voice within the system without exhausting yourselfOverwhelmed by your workload as a teacher, get The Teacher Workload Reboot HERE and Work Less, Teach Better. Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment. Check out my instagram @All_About_Elementary HERE for more tips and strategies for elementary teachers! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.  IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

    14 min

  5. FEB 27

    Conquering the Sunday Scaries as a Teacher

    Do you struggle with dreading going to work on Mondays? Do you have anxiety about the upcoming week? In this episode, we dive into the topic of the Sunday Scaries. We cover the following topics: What the Sunday Scaries areStrategies to feel less anxiety for the weekAffirmations for feeling less anxious to conquer the week My calm and confident teaching creates a welcoming space for my students.Each new week is a chance to grow, learn, and make my classroom even better than before.I have the energy, wisdom, and capability to navigate this week successfully.Today I choose to focus on progress over perfection as I lead my classroom.I am ready to embrace the challenges and celebrate the victories that await me this week.My presence makes a positive difference in my school and I'm grateful for another week to serve.Overwhelmed by your workload as a teacher, get The Teacher Workload Reboot HERE and Work Less, Teach Better. Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment. Check out my instagram @All_About_Elementary HERE for more tips and strategies for elementary teachers! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.  IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

    14 min

  6. 2024-10-17

    Rethinking Grading: Strategies for Meaningful Assessment and Reduced Teacher Burnout with Starr Sackstein

    Do you get frustrated with grading? Does the complexity of grades overwhelm you? Join me in this podcast episode with guest Starr Sackstein as we explore grading reform. Here are the three main takeaways from our conversation: Understanding grading reform and its comprehensive natureFocusing on meaningful feedback and fostering student self-advocacyStrategies to reduce your grading workload while maintaining effectivenessGet Starr's book: Student Led Assessment    Overwhelmed by your workload as a teacher, get The Teacher Workload Reboot HERE and Work Less, Teach Better. Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment. Check out my instagram @All_About_Elementary HERE for more tips and strategies for elementary teachers! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.  IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

    24 min

  7. 2024-10-10

    Rekindling Passion in Education: Overcoming Burnout with Starr Sackstein

    Are you feeling bored or unsure about your next steps as a teacher? Do you sense a need for a change in your career? In this episode, guest Starr Sackstein shares her journey from teaching to leadership roles in education. We explore career transitions and discuss the causes of burnout. In this episode we cover: Career progression and rekindling passion in your jobTransitioning into school administrationMajor causes of teacher burnout and strategies to overcome itStarr Sackstein's Website Get Starr's Book: Making an Impact Outside the Classroom Overwhelmed by your workload as a teacher, get The Teacher Workload Reboot HERE and Work Less, Teach Better. Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment. Check out my instagram @All_About_Elementary HERE for more tips and strategies for elementary teachers! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.  IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

    19 min

  8. 2024-10-03

    Rekindle Your Passion for Teaching with Mike Anderson

    Do you wish you could reignite the passion for teaching you once had? In this episode, guest Mike Anderson, author of "Rekindle Your Professional Fire," shares his experiences as a teacher and consultant, offering insights on how to revitalize your enthusiasm for education. He provides practical strategies and actionable tips for educators at all stages of their careers. In this episode you will learn: The importance of balancing teaching responsibilities with personal lifeHow to identify and engage in professional activities that align with your passionsStrategies for rekindling your professional fire and avoiding burnoutPractical tips to cultivate more positivity in your daily teaching practiceThe power of small, sustainable habit changes for long-term professional growthWays to surround yourself with positive influences in your work environmentTechniques for shifting your mindset to focus on the positive aspects of teachingHow to implement gratitude practices with both colleagues and studentsGet Mike's book: Rekindle Your Professional Fire Overwhelmed by your workload as a teacher, get The Teacher Workload Reboot HERE and Work Less, Teach Better. Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment. Check out my instagram @All_About_Elementary HERE for more tips and strategies for elementary teachers! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.  IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

    23 min
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In The Teacher Burnout Podcast, we will explore these challenges and offer practical strategies and tips to help teachers overcome burnout and rediscover their passion for education. Whether you are a classroom teacher, school administrator, or education student, this podcast is for you. Join us as we explore the complex issue of teacher burnout and help you find practical solutions to support your well-being and reignite your passion for education. Subscribe now to The Teacher Burnout Podcast and start your journey towards a happier and more fulfilling career in education.

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