Educators and Parents....I See You and Your Incredible Efforts to Support Students!
Let's face it, 2020 really upped the demands on teachers and parents. If you've been supporting students, you know that it can simultaneously be gratifying and frustrating. I see you and all of your incredible efforts! But, unfortunately, as we juggle the demands of life, we often forget to take care of ourselves.
But when we take care of ourselves, we're better able to take care of all the rest.
I believe each of us has the agency and ability to make positive changes, yet sometimes we need support and encouragement. Great teachers and coaches do that, and frankly, I am one of those great teachers and coaches. (If you don't believe me, check out these testimonials).
No matter whom I work with, the following are true:
Changes lead to growth.
We can be more grounded when we know our priorities, values, and people.
When we are grounded, we're able to grow - and to help the tiny humans in our lives grow, too!
I'm a lifelong learner and seasoned (um, dare I say, OG) educator. Name an age or grade and I've taught it! I've also led parenting classes, taught at community college, and have trained teachers in over 25 states and from around the world.
For the past four years, I worked exclusively with individual coaching clients and consulting with organizations on self-care and self-growth. In 2020, I returned to teaching. (Yes, you read that right. I voluntarily went back to teaching both virtually and in-person!) I didn’t realize how much I missed the zeal and energy of teaching, especially with a dollop of gratitude felt by all who could be there IRL together - learning, playing, and growing!
Before the pandemic, I knew that teaching was among the most stressful occupations. Yet, walking the walk again reinforced my abiding desire to empower educators and promote parenting to better support students. Students will succeed when they are supported by adults who are empowered, supported, and healthy. That’s why I am so devoted to my work and an educator and coach!
To all you educators and parents, I see you and your incredible efforts to support students! (Imagine me clapping and cheering for you because I am!)
For the 2021-2022 school year, I'm tickled to be back inside the halls of a school - living and learning with enthusiastic students, dedicated teachers, administrators, and parents*. If you’re an educator (thank you!) or a parent (thank you!), let’s stay in touch as I share ways to take care of yourself and support the students in your life!
(PLUS…I collaborated with some fantastic educators to co-author a forthcoming book that focused on empowering educators. Want to be one of the first to get your hands on a copy? Drop me a note here).
Until then, savor these summer days! I’ll be back soon with ways to empower educators, promote parenting, and support students!
*I’m using the word “parents” which includes family and caregivers - I see all of you!
