 I WANT MORE OUT OF MY CAREER
I realized that I need some type of creative outlet in addition to my work that I do in the classroom. After a year of pandemic/hybrid/remote learning, I need to scratch my creativity itch. I have debated leaving the classroom altogether, but realize that is not what I need right now. I do need to find balance in my career where I can branch out and use my talents and nurture my passions.Â
I found Daphne Williams of The Teacher Career Coach, joined her community and invested in her course that teaches teachers how to find their next path – education related or not. While some day I know that I will leave the classroom because it is not my forever job, I devoured her information about creating a side hustle and how to use your transferable skills in other ways.
I have always enjoyed technology and am self-taught in most technology apps, image creation, website design, and other tech related elements. After doing some soul searching, LOTS of reading, and writing down my thoughts and goals, I have figured out that having a side hustle is my best option right now for finding more passion in my career and in my personal life.
I decided that creating courses for other teachers to learn from is what I want to try. I watched, listened, and wrote down everything I was soaking up from Daphne through her course and podcast. I also watched Michelle Emerson from Pocketful of Primary to learn how to manage my time better and be more productive. Angela Watson’s podcast called Truth for Teachers has been a validating source for me as I deal with all the things that have happened over the last few years.
I gained enough confidence to submit a proposal for a professional development session for a virtual conference. I was thrilled and terrified when my idea was selected! I’m excited to see where this will take me; even if it is just a learning experience. I enjoy sharing what I know with others, so I’m looking forward to sharing how I created a calm morning routine that engages students and creates community. However, it is a little terrifying to speak in front of your peers!
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Cultivate Calm: Routines and Rituals for a Focused Classroom
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR TEACHERS LOOKING TO CREATE CALM IN THEIR CLASSROOM
I am creating a ebook guide for teachers to use for reference during the professional development session. I will be releasing the guide for everyone after the presentation on June 9th. Sign up now to get on the list to receive the free download. Here’s the details about the session:
Our learning environments have drastically changed and we are facing different expectations and situations. One thing we can rely on for a source of stability and familiarity is to build routines and rituals in our classrooms by giving students the tools to help create the calm environment we all crave. Achieving a functional, calm classroom is attainable if you’re willing to put in the work. Be willing to devote your mindset and class time to model and teach your students to create calm within your class.
This talk is designed to give you ideas, guidance, and actionable steps to discover what works best for your personality and teaching style. Create your own action plan to start creating calm this week. As with all other teaching strategies you learn and attempt to implement, you get out of it what you put in. Are you ready to make a change to calm?
LOOKING TO MAKE A CHANGE YOURSELF?
If you are ready to make a change for yourself, I highly recommend checking out the free roadmap to see the list of topics that will be covered. These topics, strategies, tips, and action plans allow you to have the most autonomy given each person’s unique teaching situation.
Join me in figuring out your next passionate path. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
