Enjoy Teaching Again | Elementary, Teacher Burnout, Learning Styles, SEL, Classroom Management

Elizabeth M. Peterson - Teacher, Arts Integration Specialist & Creative SEL Consultant
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Do you feel like teaching just isn’t fun anymore? Does classroom management feel like you’re playing a game of whack-a-mole? Do you wish you could clone little Betsy - the only student in class who exudes joy and stays engaged while learning? Ever feel like shutting your door and going off script just so you can teach in a way that you know your students need? You’re not alone—and you’ve just found your people. (YAY!) In this podcast, you’ll find real solutions to bring joy back to teaching, create a caring classroom, and finally find some balance between school and home. Teaching doesn’t have to feel like you’re in survival mode. Here, you’ll discover creative learning strategies that engage your students, practical ways to build a connected and caring classroom culture, and mindset shifts that help you take back control of your own classroom. If you’re ready to stop drowning in scripted lessons, behavior struggles, and the Daily Teacher Drain—and start teaching with creativity, confidence, and purpose—you’re in the right place! Hey there, I’m Elizabeth, a teacher since 1999, a mentor, consultant, arts integration specialist and creator of SEAL: Social-Emotional Artistic Learning. Over the years, I’ve seen firsthand how creativity can transform a classroom—not just for our students, but for us teachers, too! I’ve always leaned into creative teaching strategies to build relationships, engage students, and keep myself loving what I do—even on the toughest days. (And, let’s face it - there are some tough days!) I’ve worked with teachers who are exhausted, stuck in survival mode, and struggling with behavior issues that drain their energy. But when you start tapping into your own creativity—using the arts to connect with students, to bring meaning into lessons, and to shift the classroom dynamic—something changes. The stress eases. The engagement rises. The joy returns. That’s what I want for you. If you’re ready to finally enjoy teaching again—to create a calm, connected classroom, engage your students in meaningful learning, and reclaim your personal time—WELCOME – this is the podcast for you. My solutions are simple, effective, and built to inspire the teacher—because you don’t need more on your plate, you just need what works. So go find your coffee (it’s around here somewhere), grab your favorite pen, take a deep breath, and get ready to Enjoy Teaching Again! More Resources: ✨ Join the Teacher Community: www.theinspiredclassroom.com/community ✨ Learn more about SEAL: www.theinspiredclassroom.com/seal ✨ Sign up for my FREE Class: www.theinspiredclassroom.com/class ✨ Contact: support@theinspiredclassroom.com ✨ Visit my website: www.theinspiredclassroom.com

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    When You’re Crying on the Couch After School… teacher burnout!

    Let’s be real—have you ever come home after school and just collapsed on the couch? You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re just getting burned out. Let me share with you one of my own experiences with burnout—and why it led me to create something new: The Classroom Reset Challenge. This free, 2-day experience is for teachers who are ready for a real reset—not another strategy to pile on top of everything else. This challenge isn’t about “self-care” clichés. It’s about practical, creative tools that make your classroom easier to manage—and your job more sustainable. What can you expect? Two 1-hour live Zoom workshops (with replays!) The 3 strategies that reduce behavior issues and burnout Community support and shared experiences Door prizes, giveaways, and teacher-centered creativity to make it fun (because, why not?) 🗓️ Happening October 21 & 22 💻 Can’t come live? No worries—replays will be available! 🎟️ But you must register to get access → TheInspiredClassroom.com/challenge If you’re ready to feel good about teaching again, come join us. Let’s take the challenge—together. 💛 ~Elizabeth   Mentioned in This Episode: 👉 Join me for the FREE Classroom Reset Challenge (October 21 & 22, 2025) theinspiredclassroom.com/challenge   ✨ Connect with me! Find me on LinkedIn: elizapeterson Follow & DM me on Facebook @theinspiredclassroom Follow & DM me on Instagram @theinspiredclassroom Watch & Subscribe on YouTube @theinspiredclassroom

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    81 | Is Burnout the New Normal for Teachers?

    We’ve all been there—grading papers during Sunday football, staying late just to stay afloat, and wondering… is this what being a “good teacher” really means? In this episode, I’m calling out the burnout culture that’s become way too normal in education—and sharing why it doesn’t have to be that way. You'll hear a powerful story from a veteran teacher (Doreen) who went from exhausted to excited again, plus a mindset shift that just might change how you view your work and your worth. If you're feeling tired, overwhelmed, or stuck in a cycle of “just surviving,” this is your sign to pause and reset. ~Elizabeth     Mentioned in This Episode: Join the FREE Classroom Reset Challenge (October 21 & 22) https://theinspiredclassroom.com/challenge   💬 Let’s keep this conversation going! (There's so much to talk about!) Come join our free Inspired Classroom Community where creative, passionate teachers connect, share ideas, and cheer each other on. It’s your safe space to be inspired, supported, and reminded you’re not in this alone. 👉 theinspiredclassroom.com/community     ✨ Connect with me! Find me on LinkedIn: elizapeterson Follow & DM me on Facebook @theinspiredclassroom Follow & DM me on Instagram @theinspiredclassroom Watch & Subscribe on YouTube @theinspiredclassroom

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    Why Your Student Behavior Strategies Aren’t Working (And What to Do Instead)

    Have you ever felt like you’ve tried everything to fix student behavior—but nothing seems to stick? The clip charts, the brain breaks, the calm-down corners... they help for a second, but the chaos keeps creeping in. If you’re nodding your head, friend—this episode is for you. Join me inside The Classroom Reset Challenge—a free, live 2-day workshop happening October 21 & 22. This isn’t your typical PD.  Each day, we’ll meet for one hour—On the first day, I’m going to show you the three biggest contributors to improving student behavior, and on the second day we'll dive into how these can also help you eliminate teacher burnout. Plus, we’ve got hands-on creative activities that are teacher-centered, connection with other caring educators, and yes... summer fun like door prizes, giveaways, and other fun surprises to make this something you’ll actually look forward to. 👉 Register now at TheInspiredClassroom.com/challenge – it’s totally free, but you must sign up to get access to the live workshops and replays! ~Elizabeth   Mentioned in This Episode: 👉 Join me for the FREE Classroom Reset Challenge (Oct 21 & 22, 2025) theinspiredclassroom.com/challenge   ✨ Connect with me! Find me on LinkedIn: elizapeterson Follow & DM me on Facebook @theinspiredclassroom Follow & DM me on Instagram @theinspiredclassroom Watch & Subscribe on YouTube @theinspiredclassroom

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    80 | 3 Mistakes Teachers Make When Trying to Fix Classroom Behavior

    In this episode, I’m diving into 3 mistakes teachers make when trying to “fix” classroom behavior. Maybe you’ve tried ignoring little disruptions, only to end up reacting later with frustration. Or maybe you’ve leaned on quick tricks—a kindness jar here, a new chart there—only to realize they don’t really change the culture of your classroom. Let's look at why these common mistakes keep you stuck and what you can do instead to create a classroom that feels calm, connected, and ready for real learning.   ~Elizabeth   Mentioned in This Episode: Join the FREE Classroom Reset Challenge (October 21 & 22) https://theinspiredclassroom.com/challenge     💬 Let’s keep this conversation going! (There's so much to talk about!) Come join our free Inspired Classroom Community where creative, passionate teachers connect, share ideas, and cheer each other on. It’s your safe space to be inspired, supported, and reminded you’re not in this alone. 👉 theinspiredclassroom.com/community     ✨ Connect with me! Find me on LinkedIn: elizapeterson Follow & DM me on Facebook @theinspiredclassroom Follow & DM me on Instagram @theinspiredclassroom Watch & Subscribe on YouTube @theinspiredclassroom

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    79 | 4 Must-Dos to Improve Student Behavior (Before You Burn Out)

    What if improving student behavior wasn’t about sticker charts, new systems, or 30-minute SEL lessons… but about a few small but powerful shifts in how we show up and guide our classrooms? In this episode, I’m diving into the four essential mindset and strategy shifts that will help you reset your classroom climate, support your students’ emotional needs, and reduce those daily behavior battles. Whether you’re feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or just plain tired of managing behaviors all day—this one’s for you.   👉 I’ll also share one story from my own classroom that proves these strategies really work—even a year later.   ~Elizabeth   Mentioned in This Episode: Join the FREE Classroom Reset Challenge (October 21 & 22) https://theinspiredclassroom.com/challenge     💬 Let’s keep this conversation going! (There's so much to talk about!) Come join our free Inspired Classroom Community where creative, passionate teachers connect, share ideas, and cheer each other on. It’s your safe space to be inspired, supported, and reminded you’re not in this alone. 👉 theinspiredclassroom.com/community     ✨ Connect with me! Find me on LinkedIn: elizapeterson Follow & DM me on Facebook @theinspiredclassroom Follow & DM me on Instagram @theinspiredclassroom Watch & Subscribe on YouTube @theinspiredclassroom

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    78 | Serving Up the Same Old PD? Let’s Cook Up Something Better for Teachers

    We’re serving up some truth today—because not all professional development is created equal. Some PD sessions leave you energized but unsure how to apply what you’ve learned. Others feel… well, like a microwaved meal: bland, rushed, and not really made for you. In this episode, we unpack the difference between traditional PD, teacher-centered PD, and the secret sauce that actually makes change stick: coaching. If you’re craving support that feels personal, practical, and empowering—this one’s for you.   ~Elizabeth   Mentioned in This Episode: 76 | LIVE COACHING: Can a Substitute Teacher Really Build Connection? A Veteran CRT’s Breakthrough with Disruptive Students   You’ve had the microwaved PD. You’ve tried the pre-packaged strategies. Now it’s time for a full-course experience—crafted just for you. Join me and a community of caring, creative teachers inside The Classroom Reset—where professional development is personalized, coaching is built in, and every session leaves you feeling seen, supported, and seriously inspired. 🍽️ It’s like sitting down to the most nourishing, soul-filling meal with your favorite teacher friends—AND you walk away with a real plan. theinspiredclassroom.com/reset     💬 Let’s keep this conversation going! (There's so much to talk about!) Come join our free Inspired Classroom Community where creative, passionate teachers connect, share ideas, and cheer each other on. It’s your safe space to be inspired, supported, and reminded you’re not in this alone. 👉 theinspiredclassroom.com/community     ✨ Connect with me! Find me on LinkedIn: elizapeterson Follow & DM me on Facebook @theinspiredclassroom Follow & DM me on Instagram @theinspiredclassroom Watch & Subscribe on YouTube @theinspiredclassroom

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    77 | Teacher Burnout Warning: When “Teacher Talk” Isn’t Helping—Here’s What to Do Instead

    You know those hallway convos or lunchroom rants that start out as harmless venting… and somehow leave you feeling more exhausted? Yeah, me too. In this episode, I’m diving into why those “teacher talk” moments—even with the best of colleagues—don’t always lead to real growth, and what you can do instead. I’m sharing the real reason we stay stuck in burnout and how coaching (the good kind!) can give you the fresh perspective, clarity, and energy you’ve been craving. If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start enjoying teaching again, this is your sign. 🎁 Plus—don’t miss the giveaway I’m hosting to celebrate this community! You could win a 1:1 coaching session with me, some fun teacher treats, and support that actually moves you forward. 💬 Tune in and ask yourself: Is your “support system” keeping you stuck?   ~Elizabeth   Mentioned in This Episode: ENTER THE GIVEAWAY! This week, I’m giving away THREE amazing prize bundles to celebrate this community and help more teachers discover the Enjoy Teaching Again podcast. 🎉 Here’s what you could win: ✨ A 30 minute coaching call with me where we can talk through anything you need—student behavior challenges, creative lesson ideas, boundaries, overwhelm, you name it. ✨ A 10% off coupon to my entire TpT store ✨ And a $25 Amazon gift card (because you deserve a treat—for your classroom or just for you!) Here’s how to enter: Step 1 – Leave a positive review for the Enjoy Teaching Again podcast or share your favorite episode on Facebook or Instagram. Step 2 – Take a screenshot Step 3 – Post your screenshot (either the review or the share) inside my free FB group: Inspiring Teachers. theinspiredclassroom.com/community And don’t forget to use the hashtag #giveaway so I can find your entry! I’ll be tracking all entries in the group from Sept 16–23 Entries close at midnight on the 23, and I’ll announce the winners on Sept 26. 🎉 This is your chance to get a little coaching, a lot of encouragement, and maybe a sweet surprise for your classroom (or just for yourself!). So go ahead—leave a review, share something that inspired you, and pop into the group with your #giveaway post. Can’t wait to see what you share!   🌟 Ready for the kind of support that actually helps? Inside TCR, you’ll get monthly group coaching, practical strategies, and creative inspiration to help you manage behaviors, build connection, and enjoy teaching again. Visit theinspiredclassroom.com/reset to learn more about The Classroom Reset. It’s like having a teacher BFF, mentor, and coach—all rolled into one program of clarity and encouragement.     💬 Let’s keep this conversation going! (There's so much to talk about!) Come join our free Inspired Classroom Community where creative, passionate teachers connect, share ideas, and cheer each other on. It’s your safe space to be inspired, supported, and reminded you’re not in this alone. 👉 theinspiredclassroom.com/community     ✨ Connect with me! Find me on LinkedIn: elizapeterson Follow & DM me on Facebook @theinspiredclassroom Follow & DM me on Instagram @theinspiredclassroom Watch & Subscribe on YouTube @theinspiredclassroom

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    76 | LIVE COACHING: Can a Substitute Teacher Really Build Connection? A Veteran CRT’s Breakthrough with Disruptive Students

    Ever wonder how you're supposed to connect with students when you're only in the room for a day—or even just a class period? In this episode, I sit down with Vicki, a CRT or Casual Relief Teacher (that’s what we’d call a substitute here in the U.S.) from Australia with over 30 years of experience. She's frustrated, she's compassionate, and she’s so real about the behavior challenges she's facing—especially when connection feels almost impossible. You’ll hear how we worked through some mindset shifts and practical strategies to help her feel less drained and more empowered—even in a role that doesn’t allow for long-term relationships.   ~Elizabeth   Mentioned in This Episode: Just like Vicki did in this episode, you can pause, reflect, and reset—without needing a full classroom makeover. Inside The Classroom Reset, I’ll coach you through practical ways to build connection, even when time is short and behaviors are big. 🌟 You don’t have to do this alone. Join us at theinspiredclassroom.com/reset.     💬 Let’s keep this conversation going! (There's so much to talk about!) Come join our free Inspired Classroom Community where creative, passionate teachers connect, share ideas, and cheer each other on. It’s your safe space to be inspired, supported, and reminded you’re not in this alone. 👉 theinspiredclassroom.com/community     ✨ Connect with me! Find me on LinkedIn: elizapeterson Follow & DM me on Facebook @theinspiredclassroom Follow & DM me on Instagram @theinspiredclassroom Watch & Subscribe on YouTube @theinspiredclassroom

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Do you feel like teaching just isn’t fun anymore? Does classroom management feel like you’re playing a game of whack-a-mole? Do you wish you could clone little Betsy - the only student in class who exudes joy and stays engaged while learning? Ever feel like shutting your door and going off script just so you can teach in a way that you know your students need? You’re not alone—and you’ve just found your people. (YAY!) In this podcast, you’ll find real solutions to bring joy back to teaching, create a caring classroom, and finally find some balance between school and home. Teaching doesn’t have to feel like you’re in survival mode. Here, you’ll discover creative learning strategies that engage your students, practical ways to build a connected and caring classroom culture, and mindset shifts that help you take back control of your own classroom. If you’re ready to stop drowning in scripted lessons, behavior struggles, and the Daily Teacher Drain—and start teaching with creativity, confidence, and purpose—you’re in the right place! Hey there, I’m Elizabeth, a teacher since 1999, a mentor, consultant, arts integration specialist and creator of SEAL: Social-Emotional Artistic Learning. Over the years, I’ve seen firsthand how creativity can transform a classroom—not just for our students, but for us teachers, too! I’ve always leaned into creative teaching strategies to build relationships, engage students, and keep myself loving what I do—even on the toughest days. (And, let’s face it - there are some tough days!) I’ve worked with teachers who are exhausted, stuck in survival mode, and struggling with behavior issues that drain their energy. But when you start tapping into your own creativity—using the arts to connect with students, to bring meaning into lessons, and to shift the classroom dynamic—something changes. The stress eases. The engagement rises. The joy returns. That’s what I want for you. If you’re ready to finally enjoy teaching again—to create a calm, connected classroom, engage your students in meaningful learning, and reclaim your personal time—WELCOME – this is the podcast for you. My solutions are simple, effective, and built to inspire the teacher—because you don’t need more on your plate, you just need what works. So go find your coffee (it’s around here somewhere), grab your favorite pen, take a deep breath, and get ready to Enjoy Teaching Again! More Resources: ✨ Join the Teacher Community: www.theinspiredclassroom.com/community ✨ Learn more about SEAL: www.theinspiredclassroom.com/seal ✨ Sign up for my FREE Class: www.theinspiredclassroom.com/class ✨ Contact: support@theinspiredclassroom.com ✨ Visit my website: www.theinspiredclassroom.com

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