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Always A Lesson's Empowering Educators Podcast

Gretchen Bridgers | Education Podcast Network

Always A Lesson's Empowering Educators Podcast

  • 33 minutes 7 seconds
    315: Managing Stress with Dr. Naomi Hall

    Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Naomi Hall, also known as The Recovering Educator, as she shares invaluable insights on navigating the challenges of being an educator. Naomi reminds us that while the teaching profession can be stressful, there are numerous factors within our control that can positively impact our well-being.

    In this episode, Naomi offers practical strategies for managing stress and reclaiming control over various aspects of our professional and personal lives. Discover how to effectively address the stressors inherent in education and cultivate a healthier, more balanced approach to teaching.

    Tune in to empower yourself with tools and techniques to navigate the demands of the teaching profession with resilience and grace. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Naomi's expertise and embark on a journey towards greater well-being and fulfillment in your career!

    Quotables

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    • It’s that recognition of; there are external stressors and there are internal stressors...and I have to work on the internal stressors and mindsets that contributed to my burnout.
    • I'm not the only educator struggling with burnout. I'm not alone in this.
    • ”I don’t know who I am without students, lessons...without a classroom.”

    About Naomi

    Naomi has spent years learning how to manage stress, prevent burnout, and make a comeback from burnout...and now she's teaching others. She offers realistic stress management techniques that are important to your effectiveness and happiness in your classroom. She works to help educators be their best and provide the support you need. Learn more about Naomi at

    My goal has never been to leave education. It has been to help educators be their best and provide the support school districts forget to give you.Learn more about her at https://www.therecoveringeducator.com/

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    15 April 2024, 8:00 am
  • 19 minutes 53 seconds
    314: Incorporating Student Voice

    Join us for a transformative episode as Gretchen delves into the strategies for leveraging student engagement through the incorporation of student voice. Discover practical tips and simple techniques that can be implemented right away to enhance classroom dynamics and empower your students.

    In this episode, Gretchen shares a compelling story that underscores the importance of student involvement in the learning process. Learn how to amplify student voices effectively and create an inclusive classroom environment where every student feels heard and valued.

    As highlighted in this discussion, Gretchen's latest book, Always a Lesson: Teacher Essentials for Classroom and Career Success, is now available on Amazon. Dive into this invaluable resource for a wealth of additional insights on increasing student engagement and fostering academic success!

    Don't miss out on this enlightening episode that promises to revolutionize your teaching approach and inspire meaningful connections with your students. Tune in now and embark on a journey towards greater student empowerment!

    Quotables

    • If we don't nail engagement, then we've really let students down...we've really minimized their future success because we're limiting the amount of knowledge and skills they can acquire.
    • Student voice is gonna look different for each of your students, depending on what their needs are.
    • There were so many tiny ways throughout the day that students could exercise their voices.

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    1 April 2024, 8:00 am
  • 21 minutes 50 seconds
    313: Differentiation & Personalization

    Join us for an insightful discussion with Gretchen as she delves into the secrets of differentiating and personalizing learning to maximize student engagement. Discover how to streamline your teaching approach by eliminating time-wasting techniques and focusing on strategies that truly resonate with learners.

    In this episode, Gretchen unveils the concept of "Swiss Cheese Understanding" and its profound implications for educational planning. Tune in to gain valuable insights that will revolutionize the way you structure your teaching methods!

    Don't miss out on this transformative episode that promises to enhance your teaching toolkit and empower your students. Tune in now and embark on a journey towards more effective and impactful teaching strategies!

    Quotables

    • Every level of what I'm gonna call "The House of Learning" is build with the support necessary so that new learning above it can actually stick.
    • It's not that kids can't understand on their grade level. They need to work with the material long enough to make sense of it.
    • ...the point is...they understand where they're going and why they need to have these skills..."

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    18 March 2024, 8:00 am
  • 30 minutes 56 seconds
    312: Positive Classroom Culture
    Investigate the power of positivity in the classroom and its impact on student engagement through this episode! From fostering inclusivity to promoting collaboration, uncover practical strategies for creating a supportive learning environment that empowers students to thrive and participate actively in their education journey. You'll walk away with 10 ideas for easy and immediate implementation! Quotables:
    • Explicitly teach the why behind the what.
    • ...before we can start tweaking instruction, we have to nail the environment...
    • Stressed brains can’t learn.

    Access the Thrive Framework by Ed Connective referenced in this episode, here!

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    5 March 2024, 1:15 am
  • 17 minutes 23 seconds
    311: Innovative Teaching Strategies
    Tune in and be empowered by our listeners as they share innovative teaching strategies for student engagement. Explore cutting-edge teaching methods to captivate students' attention and foster deeper learning. From gamification to interactive technology, discover strategies that ignite curiosity and enhance engagement in the classroom. In this episode, Gretchen reminds us as educators that "...we don't always need the physical work sample--sometimes listening to the words they're using and the level of complexity of the topic they're able to talk about will determine how much knowledge has been consumed..." Quotables:
    • You are going to hear from folks all over the United States with what is working for teachers and students in classrooms...in regards to engagement!
    • ...we don't always need the physical work sample--sometimes listening to the words they're using and the level of complexity of the topic they're able to talk about will determine how much knowledge has been consumed...
    • We know when students are more involved in the learning process, their learning outcomes will soar.

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    19 February 2024, 1:00 pm
  • 39 minutes 4 seconds
    310: Burnout with Rebekah Shoaf
    Tune in and be empowered by Rebekah Shoaf. Rebekah shares all about her experiences in education and the valuable lessons she has learned along the way. Rebekah shares about burnout, the different types of burnout and the best way to avoid it. This episode will truly reignite your passion so be sure to tune in today!

    Quotables

    *All quotables are from the interviewee 

    • Having a burn out is really a sense of having lost your purpose, your power, and your passion.

    • Every teacher has the potential to be a leader. 

    • As an educator, stay connected to who you are as a learner and find the things that excite you and drive you and keep you connected to what you teach. 


    About Rebekah

    Rebekah Shoaf is an author, educational consultant, and social entrepreneur. In addition to being the founder and CEO of the Bronx-based bookstore-without-walls Boogie Down Books and What If Schools, Rebekah’s first book, Educating with Passion and Purpose: Keep the Fire Going without Burning Out, was published in 2023 by Jossey-Bass. Rebekah has been an educator for more than two decades as a high school English teacher, founding faculty member, teacher leader, university instructor, and instructional and teacher leadership coach with the New York City Department of Education. She currently works with schools, districts, and other organizations across the country to promote transformative, innovative, learner-centered practices that advance educational justice. A Miami native, Rebekah graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College and is a culinary school alum, a marathon runner, the owner of a pink Vespa, and everyone’s favorite aunt. Learn more about her at rebekahshoaf.com.

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    5 February 2024, 8:00 am
  • 14 minutes 3 seconds
    309: What to do When You Can’t Hack the Problem
    Have you ever ran into a problem that you just can't seem to hack? This episode is for you! Tune in as Gretchen shares a practical story about a problem she had trouble hacking and how she overcame it. You'll walk away with tangible steps to hack your own problems and you'll leave this episode feeling empowered to take it on!

    Quotables

    • Some problems aren’t meant to be solved by you.

    • Say to yourself, “I’m not dumb. I’m not lazy. I’ve just run out of tools and that’s okay.”

    • Trust that hindsight is 20/20. It will make sense later.


     

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    22 January 2024, 8:00 am
  • 20 minutes 58 seconds
    308: 3 Ways to Grow Your Potential this Year
    It's a new year! Tune into this special episode of the Empowering Educators Podcast as Gretchen shares three ways to grow your potential in the upcoming year. You'll walk away from this podcast with a list of three tangible things you can do to level up your teaching whether you are working with students or coaching teachers.

    Quotables

    • The only way we are going to become better is if we shift our behaviors into better behaviors.

    • We want application. That is the only thing that is going to change us and allow us to transform into something better. 

    • If some of the foundational stuff has cracks in it, it’s just going to fall flat. 


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    Episode 256: Habits over Resolutions Simply Coaching Summit Teacher Leader Mastermind

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    8 January 2024, 8:00 am
  • 19 minutes 56 seconds
    307: Behind the Scenes of the Podcast
    It's the last podcast of the year! In this special episode, Gretchen reflects over the behind the scenes work of the podcast. She talks about who she intended the podcast for: new teachers, teachers in a slump and teacher leaders and how it has evolved over time. Gretchen shares how she has used the head, heart, hands strategy to plan every episode- a strategy that will serve you well in planning for professional developments that you may lead. Be sure to tune into this fun episode of the Empowering Educators Podcast.

    Quotables

    • It’s important that you hear from other people what’s working. 

    • Am I being true to what I originally intended?

    • If you revisit your mission statement and your core values, that might light that fire back up. 


    Podcasts Mentioned:

    Melissa Emler Episode 20
    Melissa Emler Episode 210

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    25 December 2023, 8:00 am
  • 18 minutes 23 seconds
    306: Building Credibility with Teachers
    Do you have credibility with the teachers that you lead? It may just be the secret sauce that you are missing. In this episode of the Empowering Educators Podcast, Gretchen talks all about credibility and what that looks like. Lacking in the credibility area? No worries! Gretchen shares tips and tricks on how you can gain credibility with teachers.

    Quotables

    • Credibility sets the tone.

    • You can be successful and imperfect.

    • Be caring and invested in other people.


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    11 December 2023, 8:00 am
  • 36 minutes 57 seconds
    305: Being an Effective Coach with Alissa Crabtree
    Meet and be empowered by Alissa Crabtree in this special interview episode of the Empowering Educators Podcast. Alissa shares great, tactile advice about how to effectively work with teachers as an instructional coach. She also discusses the importance of the instructional coach/administrator relationship and how that relationship can be a powerhouse for change within a district. Get your pen and paper out and hit play!

    Quotables

    *All quotables are from the interviewee 

    • As coaches and administrators, we are in the business of fostering motivation in adult learners.

    • Sit down one on one with the people you lead and understand them as a person.

    • When I slowed down, it sped my kids up.


    About Alissa

    Alissa is an advocate for educators everywhere! As a 16+ year veteran, she has been exposed to numerous instructional strategies, district and campus initiatives, and professional learning opportunities. Through her experiences, she has recognized what has a lasting impact and who truly benefits. Alissa believes in the power of growing teacher and student efficacy. She has spent the last eight years of her career coaching teachers, administrators, and district leaders so that both teachers and students harness their power and abilities. Her approach to coaching is simple: it is a collaboration, not a one-and-done experience. Alissa works alongside leaders, teachers, and stakeholders to analyze areas for growth, establish clear and attainable goals, facilitate learning, track student and teacher development, and pivot when necessary. Change occurs from the top down, so she meets with leaders to ensure goal understanding and support before coaching teachers and professional learning communities. Her coaching style is collaborative, and to make the most impact, everyone involved must have a clear picture of coaching.

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    27 November 2023, 8:00 am
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