An assertive teacher is less likely to experience burnout, as assertiveness empowers them to set clear boundaries, maximize their strengths, and effectively express their needs, fostering a healthier and more sustainable teaching environment.
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“Almost half of teachers 48% say the PD they get or are required to take is irrelevant and not connected to their biggest needs”. (Ed Week ‘The State of Teaching’). Inviting Ts to partner with a coach in a confidential and non evaluative journey may be a start for a better way.
Just because some teachers would rather stay in the classroom than go into administration doesn’t mean they aren’t amazing leaders. Many have amazing talents which can benefit a school by placing them in situations to use and grow those talents.
This is true and particularly important to understand when teaching at risk and struggling readers.
Kids will feed of your unspoken beliefs about reading and them.
#PassionIsContagious#BelieveAllKidsCanLearntoRead
Teachers are not successful because they have the right curriculum, the right lesson plan, or the right resources. They are successful because they have the right mindset.
I can tell you from my personal experience that if you're struggling in your job,a situation, or whatever it may be. Just realize, the day you say 'I've had it' isn't the end, it's the day it just begins!