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Working Together, Schools and Substitute Teachers
“We rise by lifting others." Robert Ingersol. It goes without saying, teacher friends, that the life of a teacher can be challenging at times. For full-time teachers with many responsibilities, the pressures of settling into a new school, embracing new initiatives etc there can be a lot to contend with - from dealing with new Covid measures to getting to know a new staff and school.
What About the Experiences of Substitute Teachers?
Recently, I spoke with a number of substitute teachers to get an …
“I want to change career, who can help me?”
This is a common question I see popping up amongst career changers. They want to change, but they're STUCK.
STUCK in the problem.
STUCK not knowing what to do.
STUCK because their current job gives them financial security and they can't afford to leave.
STUCK because they fear change.
STUCK because they're unsure of who can help them.
Well... I CAN HELP!
‘Unstick’ Yourself
Firstly, unstick yourself from the problem. If you imagine your career discontentment as a dot in the middle of an A4 page.... the…
Read this if you’re considering play therapy as a career choice
“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning”. Fred Rogers
Play Therapy is a frequent question on the lips and in the minds of teachers who are researching career options these days. Indeed, in the past, many teachers have reached out to play therapists in their area, to investigate it as a career option, and get further clarity to see if it is the right choice for them.
And so, I thought it would be a good idea to share so…
7 Insider Tips to Dealing with Job Uncertainty
Will I get the job? How many others will apply for it? Will fewer teachers take career breaks this year due to Covid 19? What if they only want someone experienced? When will the job be advertised? Will interviews be online or face-to-face?
Summer 2020 – the year of isolation, uncertainty, surprises and pandemics. Especially so, now that the season where teachers are beginning to apply for jobs. It’s reasonable to be anxious about it… but it there are some ways you can help reduce anxiety.
So, wha…
What are the advantages and disadvantages of Supply Jobs?
The government has promised hundreds of extra jobs for the school year 2020/21, for teachers to help with the demand of sick leave and the extra necessary measures taken in schools to ensure we all return to school safely.
The idea behind teaching supply posts, is that a full-time post is created among a number of schools, to cover sick leave and teacher absences. Temporary contract supply jobs will be advertised on a yearly basis at https://www.educationposts.ie/.
In this blog, I will share a lit…
I want to change career - who can help me?
“I want to change career - who can help me?”
This is a common question I see popping up amongst career changers. They want to change but they're STUCK.
STUCK in the problem.
STUCK not knowing what to do.
STUCK because their current job gives them financial security and they can't afford to leave.
STUCK because they fear change.
STUCK because they're unsure of who can help them.
Well... I CAN HELP!
Firstly, unstick yourself from the problem.
If you imagine the problem as a small dot in the middle of an A4…
What to do if you feel like an imposter in the classroom
Today, I’m talking about imposter syndrome.
It’s a common phenomenon that many teachers experience.
Not sure if you have it?
Do any of these thoughts sound familiar?
Wow… that artwork is amazing! I wish I had creative ideas like that.
How does she have time to do all that? I’m struggling to get the basics done.
I’m not really sure what I’m doing. But I should be able to do this alone.
Do I fit in?
My pupils don’t seem to be getting enough done each day. What am I doing wrong?
There’s so much to learn abo…
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