The Educator's Room Podcast

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[Episode 11] Teacher Branding: Why Every Teacher Needs a Product Oct 18, 2015

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In the news there has been numerous reports about teachers leaving education, but where do those teachers go? In this podcast we'll discuss how teachers can use their expertise to create a product (book, program, non-profit) so that when (or if) they leave they will be able to still live!

[Episode 10] When the Parent Tells the Principal On You Oct 18, 2015

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Have you ever received a phone call from your principal asking you to meet them in their office ASAP? Have you ever been ambushed from a parent after school when you're packing up to go home? This episode discusses what can happen when parents "tell" on you to the principal and how you can remain professional and focused in heated conversations.

[Episode 9] To Get a Doctorate or No? Oct 11, 2015

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This topic started off with a message from a teacher about if "it" was worth it to get a doctoral degree. In this episode we will explore if it's worth the studying and time and if you get one what you focus degree should be in!

[Episode 8] Teacher Mentorship is the New Black Oct 10, 2015

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Every three years in education new "buzz" words are created and it seems like teacher mentorship has reared its beautiful head. Tonight I'll be discussing why schools need to revive their teacher mentorship programs and how I survived with my two teacher mentors.

[Episode 7] How to Deal With a Pushy Parent Oct 04, 2015

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We received an email from a teacher who had a parent who was upset about their child learning about Islam in a World History Class. Listen as we tell the teacher on how to deal with this pushy parent.

[Episode 6] Creating a Healthy Life/Work Balance as a Teacher Sep 30, 2015

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Are you stressed out from working 12 hour days at your school? Listen to our letter from one of our readers as he tries to figure out IF teachers can have a healthy life/work balance.

[Episode 5] New Teachers Need Support Sep 27, 2015

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We received a letter from a new teacher who is struggling in Texas. Listen as we give them advice to make it their first year.

[Episode 4] The Judgement of Teachers Sep 27, 2015

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We received a letter from a teacher who completely misjudged her fellow teachers. Read our reaction and how teachers can build collegiality in their building.

[Episode 3] Teacher Branding: It's Time to Walk Our Talk Sep 23, 2015

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In this episode we discuss my favorite subject #teacherbranding and how it can help with teacher burnout.

Episode 2: [Cultural Competency] #Istandwithahmed Sep 17, 2015

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Listen as we discuss cultural competency in education and why we should all #Istandwithahmed.