Think that a supply teacher has no means of making a difference? Think again. Read my top tips to find just out how supply teachers can ensure that their students learn and enjoy, just as they do themselves.
Positive Psychology, Mental Health and Wellbeing
Tips, tricks and observations surrounding mental health for students, staff and human beings in general, along with specific issues relating to teacher wellbeing and the battle for work-life balance.
What if we set goal systems instead of goals?
As the new year approaches, consider this alternative approach to goal setting.
QUICK PICS: You can’t pour from an empty cup.
A reminder to take some time for yourself as the year draws to a close, preferably involving Indian Head Massage if at all possible.
QUICK READ: 5 Teaching strategies to benefit the shy and socially anxious
As a former socially-anxious student, now in the position of a teacher, I’ve gathered some good strategies to support these students in becoming confident as well as academic. Here are my top 5!
QUICK READ: Top 5 confidence hacks for students
5 trusty techniques that have really helped me to feel super confident just as nerves were taking hold.
Supporting mental illness and anxiety in the classroom
The role of educators when it comes to students battling poor mental health.
Teacher Wellbeing: My top ten TED talks
Ten of my favourite TED talks, guaranteed to inspire and motivate!
Brave new world: Act II (a plan is formed)
Why I’m currently loving supply teaching while at the same time turning business ideas into realities.
Brave new world: Act I (leaving my job)
My reasons for deciding to leave the security of a permanent teaching job and go it alone.
A simple and effective way to learn from our mistakes
A quick lesson idea which allows students to see mistakes as a means to deeper learning.