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Ep 82: The Best Parts of Teaching: Fulfillment, Fun & Making a Difference
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Oct. 13, 2024

Ep 82: The Best Parts of Teaching: Fulfillment, Fun & Making a Difference

Full positive mode this week! Quite simply, we reflect on all of the best bits of the job. What keeps so many teachers going, despite the issues in the profession? Let us know what your favourite parts are 🙌🏻 Instagram: @teachsleeprepeatpodcast
Ep 81: Why Is Education So Obsessed With 'Reinventing The Wheel'?
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Oct. 6, 2024

Ep 81: Why Is Education So Obsessed With 'Reinventing The Wheel'?

You've probably heard someone not in teaching say it before...."Why can't you use what you've already planned?"So teachers REALLY need to re-plan things for every single new class?To what extent does buying into a scheme actually help?If we are really serious about reducing workload and solving the retention crisis, is this something we could calm down a little bit with?The next new fad will roll around in a couple of years and we will have to start again.... what's the point?Are the...
Ep 80: Is Teaching A Job For Life Anymore?
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Sept. 29, 2024

Ep 80: Is Teaching A Job For Life Anymore?

When we were at school, it felt like teaching was a job for life. Teachers were a broad range of ages, even being older more often than not.What changed?Why are so many teachers saying they can't see themselves doing the job long term?Is teaching a job for life any more? Or is it something you simply have to step away from?Join us as we chat about it!Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/teachsleeprepe...
Ep 79: Is Becoming A Middle Leader In School Ever Worth It?
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Sept. 22, 2024

Ep 79: Is Becoming A Middle Leader In School Ever Worth It?

Is being a classroom teacher enough? Should we always strive to work our way up the ladder in school?What is the boost in money like?Is it *really* a stepping-stone?Is your time just exploited?We look at the pros and cons of becoming a middle leader.We'd love to hear your thoughts.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/teachsleeprepeat.bsky.social
Ep 78: How Toxic Schools Use "Accountability" To Bully & Intimidate Teachers
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Sept. 15, 2024

Ep 78: How Toxic Schools Use "Accountability" To Bully & Intimidate Teachers

Join us on the Teach Sleep Repeat podcast as we dive into the toxic ways schools use observations, book looks, and display policies to control and intimidate teachers. We'll share shocking stories sent in by listeners and discuss the negative impact these practices have on educators' mental health and job satisfaction.But don't worry, we're not just here to complain! We'll also explore healthier ways to hold teachers accountable without resorting to fear and intimidation. Let's work together t...
Ep 77: 23 Things That Should NOT Be Expected From Teachers: Displays, Organising Trips & Orders
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Sept. 8, 2024

Ep 77: 23 Things That Should NOT Be Expected From Teachers: Displays, Organising Trips & Orders

Are you an experienced teacher thinking of doing online tutoring? Come and join our team! https://forms.gle/EYg5npWk8bVGZo177 This week, we discuss the 23 point list that the teacher workload reduction taskforce suggested and that has not been written into the STPCD. Some of the things on this list are jobs you will do at some point in the year, but did you know you do not have to do it? Classroom displays... Moving classroom... Organising trips... Find out what else is on the list and let us kn...
Ep 76: Controversial Teacher Opinions: Ditch Languages, Keep SATs & 4-Day School Weeks?
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Sept. 1, 2024

Ep 76: Controversial Teacher Opinions: Ditch Languages, Keep SATs & 4-Day School Weeks?

This week, we discuss YOUR controversial teacher opinions!Blaming parents, keeping SATs, ditching languages?!?We read out your submissions and give say what we think on hot talking points in teaching.We even have a disagreement!Get in touch and let us know what you think. You can find us at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/teachsleeprepeat.bsky.social