*A GOLDEN TEACHER INTERVIEW* Thank you to Breanna - a podcaster, motivational speaker, and mindset coach. Follow her on IG @missmindset_ Before leaving teaching, she published a series of articles with Mamamia to advocate for teachers who want more time to teach. In this episode we discussed: Falling in love with teaching Knowing when it's time to leave Media coverage of teacher shortages Breanna's Mamamia articles Heartbreaking teacher stories Love of learning and our students LOVELY LINKS: Che...
May 26, 2022•44 min•Season 7Ep. 64
*Happy Frickin' Tuesday* It's Welcome Week inside the Wine with Teacher Club. Let's celebrate by taking on some cheeky challenges. Come and join us inside the Wine with Teacher Club . There will be a huge discount on the annual plan until May 10th. Countdown is on! GET YOUR FREEBIE HERE!
May 09, 2022•17 min•Season 7Ep. 63
*Happy Frickin' Sunday* It's Welcome Week inside the Wine with Teacher Club. Let's celebrate by listening to three club members speak their truths. Download this FREEBIE for a list of all the suggested CBT strategies and questions. GET YOUR FREEBIE HERE! Come and join us inside the Wine with Teacher Club . There will be a huge discount on the annual plan until May 10th. Countdown is on!...
May 08, 2022•18 min•Season 7Ep. 62
*Happy Frickin' Fridayyyy* It's Welcome Week inside the Wine with Teacher Club. Let's celebrate by listening to three club members speak their truths. Download this FREEBIE for a list of all the suggested CBT strategies and questions. GET YOUR FREEBIE HERE! Come and join us inside the Wine with Teacher Club . There will be a huge discount on the annual plan until May 10th. Countdown is on!...
May 05, 2022•23 min•Season 7Ep. 61
*Happy Frickin' Wednesday* It's Welcome Week inside the Wine with Teacher Club. Let's celebrate by chatting about the current mindset shifts and strategies for fighting teacher guilt traps. Download the FREEBIE for a list of all the suggested CBT strategies and questions. GET YOUR FREEBIE HERE! Come and join us for wellbeing support inside the Wine with Teacher Club . There will be a huge discount on the annual plan until May 10th. Countdown is on!...
May 03, 2022•25 min•Season 7Ep. 60
*Happy Frickin' Monday* It's Welcome Week inside the Wine with Teacher Club. Let's celebrate by chatting about the current teacher guilt traps affecting teachers worldwide. Have you fallen into any of these traps? Taking Your Sick Leave Unrealistic Expectations Toxic Behaviour and Criticism Asking for Help and Saying No Voicing Healthy Boundaries Big Life Events Listen to the next episode about Rejecting a *Teacher Guilt Mindset*. Come and join us for wellbeing support inside the Wine with Teach...
May 01, 2022•22 min•Season 7Ep. 59
*A SOLO SEASON FINALE* This episode emphasises the importance of teachers to rest, relax, and recharge during the school holidays. Find whatever works for you, with no pressure or criticism of your personal choices. In this episode, I'm sharing: Affirmations for rest No podcast for two weeks Teacher Guilt Series in May WWTC Welcome Week Mark this in your calendar, teachers. May 2 -10. More information here. LOVELY LINKS: If you would like to access 1:1 mentoring with life as a teacher, send an e...
Apr 15, 2022•17 min•Season 6Ep. 58
*A GOLDEN INTERVIEW - with a twist* This episode gets a little political as we chat mentoring, feminism, and the patriarchy. Brendan ( @bjmurrayauthor ) and I also discuss the weird warnings we heard before we became teachers In this episode, we are challenging: "Brendan, I think you can do a lot better than teaching." "Why would you become a teacher?" "Do you see yourself going into leadership?" LOVELY LINKS: If you would like to access 1:1 mentoring with life as a teacher, send an email to hel...
Apr 08, 2022•36 min•Season 6Ep. 57
*A SOLO GRINDING GEARS SPECIAL* This episode calls out a few of the crappy comments that I've heard in stories shared by teachers all over Australia. We love solutions, so I'll also be explaining how I bounce back from criticism and judgement from others. In this episode, I'm challenging: "Maybe teaching isn't for you." "This would never have happened inside my classroom." "You'll understand this when you have kids." LOVELY LINKS: If you would like to access 1:1 mentoring with life as a teacher,...
Apr 01, 2022•23 min•Season 6Ep. 56
*A GOLDEN TEACHER INTERVIEW* Thank you to Annie, who is a primary school teacher and quirky owl artist. Make sure to check out her super-cool owl illustrations @night_eyes! In this episode we discussed: Annie's journey into teaching Embracing self-expression in art Independent school perks *Almost Rainbow* Kittycat School "You get first choice, I get second." Kids and teachers are human LOVELY LINKS: Check out Annie's school here Join the www.winewithteacherclub.com...
Mar 25, 2022•37 min•Season 6Ep. 55
*A GOLDEN TEACHER INTERVIEW* Thank you to Skye, who is a secondary teacher and absolute delight who you can follow @byskyehughes. We met up on my tour of Melbourne for the Golden Tour to meet teachers around Australia. In this episode we discussed: Skye's journey into teaching Teaching secondary students We're All In This Together (book) What is Green SuperCamp Australia? Training as a Career Advisor Wellbeing now vs. her graduate year LOVELY LINKS: Find out more about Skye here. 16 Personalitie...
Mar 04, 2022•38 min•Season 6Ep. 54
*ANOTHER GOLDEN TEACHER INTERVIEW* Thank you to Alisha, who is one-half of @rainbowskycreations . We met up on my tour of Perth for the Golden Tour to meet teachers around Australia. In this episode we discussed: Alisha's winding journey into teaching Life as a teacher in Dubai Keeping the passion alive after 14 years International Baccalaureate Schools Rainbow Sky Creations origin story Supporting and mentoring teachers LOVELY LINKS: https://rainbowsky.kartra.com/page/TYFY https://www.rainbowsk...
Feb 25, 2022•38 min•Season 6Ep. 53
This episode is full of support, celebration, and recognition of teachers. Mean Media Headlines - Class Warfare: Battle is Joined to Raise Our Teaching Standards (The Australian) Toot or Boot Grattan Institute Report Resource Review Benefits of Timers Down the Rabbit Hole #TeacherHacks All views and opinions expressed are my own. Join the uplifting community in the Wine with Teacher Club. Time Timers Sand Timers TIIMO App...
Feb 18, 2022•30 min•Season 6Ep. 52
*ANOTHER GOLDEN TEACHER INTERVIEW* Thank you to secondary teacher and calm kit creator, Hayley from @calmspaceclassrooms . You can hear our excitement chatting about behaviour management and being human in response to unpredictable classroom situations. In this episode we discussed: Hayley's journey into teaching Setting up classroom expectations Tools not toys or distractions What is the behaviour communicating? Responding to challenging behaviour Embracing being the uncool teachers Plotting th...
Feb 11, 2022•52 min•Season 6Ep. 51
*ANOTHER GOLDEN TEACHER INTERVIEW* Thank you to teacher and illustrator, Laura from @laurajaneillustrations . In this episode we discussed: The power of social media Journey into teaching in the U.K Social anxiety and teacher burnout How Laura became an illustrator Teacher mental health support Building better boundaries LAURA'S LOVELY LINKS: https://shop.hellohappee.com/ https://shop.hellohappee.com/products/free-valentines-day-self-appreciation-workshop https://www.hellohappee.com/category/all...
Feb 03, 2022•52 min•Season 6Ep. 50
This episode is full of dog facts. Communication Skills First Week Routines Wine with Teacher Club Wellbeing Intentions Booklet All views and opinions expressed are my own. If you want to show your support for the podcast, click here!...
Jan 27, 2022•34 min•Season 6Ep. 49
Season 5 Finale: Part 2 The views and opinions expressed in this episode are reflective of our individual experiences with ADHD. None of this information should substitute medical advice. Answering your questions, breaking down our personal ADHD experiences, suggesting accommodations, and breaking down the misconception that we need to change to flourish in a neurotypical world. Embrace your differences, your energy, and your teaching approach. Find what works for you.
Nov 19, 2021•28 min•Season 5Ep. 48
Season 5 Finale: Part 1 The views and opinions expressed in this episode are reflective of our individual experiences with ADHD. None of this information should substitute medical advice. Rhiannon from @outbackteacher and Ceri from @ourcreativeclassroom both share vulnerable stories and struggles from their lives. Highlights include: Journey of accepting our individual ADHD diagnoses The privilege of accessing mental health services Unpacking the stigma around ADHD Finding a friend and a communi...
Nov 06, 2021•49 min•Season 5Ep. 47
A SPECIAL GOLDEN YARN! Make sure that you are following: @wingaru_education Huge thank you to the inspiring Wingaru Education CEO, Lesley Woodhouse, a Darug woman from the Boorooberongal clan. This episode is full of enlightening personal stories that will support your cultural understanding and awareness. In this episode we discussed: Journey of advocacy and education Feeling confident as a non-Indigenous educator Wingaru Education and why it's really bloody good Dealing with pushback, racism, ...
Oct 25, 2021•47 min•Season 5Ep. 46
A GOLDEN SPECIAL INTERVIEW. Thank you to teacher and author, Brendan @bjmurrayauthor for humbly embracing my *fangirling* over your exceptional new book 'The School'. In this episode we discussed: Journey into writing Identity of a writer Magical teaching Black Mirror (NETFLIX) Life as a teacher Storytelling Check out Brendan's latest book: The School Highly recommend you check this book out!!! Find out more about the Wine with Teacher Club . Find out more about Peter Carey's Collection of Short...
Oct 07, 2021•30 min•Season 5Ep. 45
A VIRTUAL GOLDEN TOUR INTERVIEW. Thank you to Jane from @aussie_secondary_teacher_sos for her vulnerability and honesty. In this episode we discussed: Journey into teaching Finding your identity Staying at a career-long school Advice for Early Career Teachers (ECT) Teacher guilt and mum guilt Valuing teacher wellbeing Thank you to sponsor, A Plus Teaching Resources . Find out more about the Wine with Teacher Club ....
Sep 23, 2021•43 min•Season 5Ep. 44
A VIRTUAL GOLDEN TOUR INTERVIEW. Thank you to Tanna, proud Byellee and Kanaka woman, from @teachingwithtanna for being such a beautiful soul! In this episode we discussed: Journey into teaching Teaching teenagers Mob Monday and First Nations Advocate Cross Curriculum *Priorities* Authentic First Nations Resources Performative Activism Allyship and White Saviours Check out Tanna's resources at teachingwithtanna.com Thank you to sponsor, A Plus Teaching Resources ....
Sep 09, 2021•37 min•Season 5Ep. 43
A VIRTUAL GOLDEN TOUR INTERVIEW. Thank you to Lill from @the.teacher.collection for making me laugh so much while recording. In this episode we discussed: Journey into Teaching Rural Lifestyle and Benefits Life in Bendigo, Victoria Appreciation of Beauty Studying Masters Small School Community The Teacher Collection Supporting Australian Made Teacher Wellbeing Check out Lill's resources at The Teacher Collection. Check out Rainbow Sky Creations ....
Aug 27, 2021•45 min•Season 5Ep. 42
A VIRTUAL GOLDEN TOUR INTERVIEW. Thank you to Beck from @continuousclassroom for making me laugh so much while recording. In this episode we discussed: Journey into Teaching Moving Rural *Pros and Cons* Staffroom Turmoil and Turnover Understanding Behaviour Identity: Mother/Teacher/Human Surrogacy while Full-Time Teaching Publishing a BOOK (A REAL BOOK) Mask of a Teacher Sustainability *No Pressure* Read Beck's Surrogacy Journey A Little Ray of Sunshine Check out Ruby Olive and The Teaching Tool...
Aug 13, 2021•44 min•Season 5Ep. 41
Another GOLDEN TOUR INTERVIEW. Thank you to Maddie from @VCALteacher for joining us. In this episode we discuss: Journey into Teaching Job Applications Not the Stereotypical Student What is VCAL? No One Size Fits All Experiencing Anxiety Maddie's IGTV Interviews Today's episode was sponsored by Ruby Olive! Use the code 'TEACHERSROCK' for a cheeky check out discount!...
Jul 30, 2021•32 min•Season 5Ep. 40
Another GOLDEN TOUR INTERVIEW. Thank you to Casey from @caf_fein_ated for joining us. In this episode we discuss: How Teaching has Changed Dreaming of a Teaching Apprenticeship Journey into Teaching Keeping Her Passion for 18 Years Inclusive Education Differentiating Tricky Conversations with Parents Wellbeing and Boundaries
Jul 16, 2021•36 min•Season 5Ep. 39
Another GOLDEN TOUR INTERVIEW. Thank you to Rhiannon from @dramateacherdiaries for joining us. In this episode we discuss: Journey into Teaching Teaching Teenagers Primary Approach in Secondary Social Media Challenges Imposter Syndrome #stuffmystudentssay Collaborative Staff Spaces Wellbeing Flow and Boundaries
Jul 01, 2021•34 min•Season 5Ep. 38
The first GOLDEN TOUR INTERVIEW. Thank you to Kate from Mrs Mackintosh for joining us today. In today's episode we discuss: Candlebark Visit Graduate Job Searching Positive School Culture Job Sharing Secrets Part-Time Boundaries Parent-Teacher Balance OCD and VIC Covid Restrictions First Steps for Mental Health Support Keeping Teaching-Passion Alive Celebrations of Learning This episode was sponsored by @teachercarryallbag . Thank you for supporting teacher-owned small businesses. Teacher Carry ...
Jun 18, 2021•38 min•Season 5Ep. 37
Thank you to Elle from @teachingandteaspills for sharing her secondary banter and laughs. In today's episode we discuss: Engaging Lessons Building Relationships in Secondary Border Closures Finding Your Right School Teaching Teenagers Full-time Mum AND Teacher This episode was sponsored by @miss.s.makes and @teachercarryallbag . Thank you for supporting teacher-owned small businesses. Miss S Makes Website Teacher Carry All Bag Website...
Jun 04, 2021•24 min•Season 4Ep. 36
Thank you to Gabbie Stroud, from @gabbiestroud for sharing ALL about her career as a teacher. Read more about it in her book 'Teacher' which is a beautiful memoir about her time in the Australian education system. In today's episode we discuss: A little spiel about our mutual friend Miss Learning Bee Data and NAPLAN Socioeconomic disadvantages Returning to the classroom Listener questions If you would like to hear more interview episodes for teachers around the world, please leave a positive fiv...
May 06, 2021•54 min•Season 4Ep. 35
