16. Unraveling the Complexities of Being a Queer Educator in Today's School Environment

Ask A Queer EducatorThis week host, Bryan Stanton (he/they), speaks with English Teacher Sarah Wilt (shey/they). The two talk about demisexual identity, working as a virtual educator for a Christian School, and past careers in Juvenile Detention and Camp. Technique: Highlight a guestEver wondered what it feels like to navigate the world of education as a queer educator? Prepare to be enlightened as we sit down with Sarah Wilt, a non-binary, bi and demisexual educator, who shares her rive...

The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community.

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