Teacher's Ed with Edward DeShazer Edward DeShazer

Is your summer break truly a break, or does work still creep into your downtime? Learn how to finally unplug and establish boundaries with practical tips designed to help educators rest, recharge, and rejuvenate. In this episode of the Teachers Ed Podcast, I, Edward DeShazer, promise to guide you through four essential strategies to achieve a healthier work-life balance. From setting specific times for checking work emails to turning off those intrusive notifications, discover how to keep you...

Join us as we sit down with Dr. Sam Coleman, the visionary assistant superintendent from Oshkosh, who takes us through an inspiring narrative that captures the heart of educational leadership. From his initial dreams of law enforcement to becoming a powerful voice in K-12 education, Dr. Coleman's story is one of passion and dedication. He reveals how he's championed a student-centric approach, aiming to transform schools into hubs of empowerment and cultural pride. We delve into his strategie...

Feeling that end-of-year academic fatigue setting in? Let's shake it off together! I'm Edward DeShazer, and in this heartening episode, we unravel the mystery behind the waning motivation as summer beckons and share a treasure chest of strategies to reignite the passion for learning. From the magic of outdoor lessons to the simple joy of brain breaks, we explore how to harness the excitement of upcoming festivities to keep students laser-focused. And for my fellow educators, I've got your bac...

Embark on a transformative adventure with Edward DeShazer and Dr. Sean Woodly, as we uncover the essential ingredients for success in urban and culturally diverse classrooms. This episode is a compelling tapestry, weaving Dr. Woodly's journey from the DJ booth to the classroom with robust discussions on student engagement and classroom management. Discover the Teach, Hustle, Inspire movement and how Dr. Woodley's bestselling books provide a roadmap for educators to unlock the true potential i...

As May's unpredictable tides sweep into our classrooms, I, Edward Eshazer, invite you to a sanctuary of rejuvenation on the Teacher's Ed Podcast. Here, steeped in the wisdom of Dave Burgess' "Teach Like a Pirate," we unfurl the sails on charting a course towards self-care and vitality in education. Through the ebbs and flows of student restlessness and the crescendo of standardized testing, I share my personal 'R&R' routine—not your typical rest and relaxation, but a custom-designed recha...

Discover the transformative journey of integrating yoga and mindfulness into the classroom as Jamie Gales, the founder of Little Om Big Om, joins us to share her expert insights and strategies. Jamie, a multi-faceted educator, entrepreneur, and mother, unpacks the importance of movement and breathwork in supporting social and emotional learning for young learners. She addresses the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, including the collective trauma and decreased physical activity it ca...