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In this powerful episode, Heather Vaughn, EdS, Transformative Leader and Educator, shares her journey from early-career burnout to leadership grounded in humanity and wellness. During our conversation, Heather reveals both the dangerous reality of burnout culture and practical pathways to organizational change. We explore high-functioning depression, the cost of overachievement, and how small daily actions can shift entire school cultures. Listen now to learn concrete leadership practices that can dramatically impact educator retention, wellbeing, and ultimately student success.
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Heather Vaughn, Ed.S. is currently the G/T Manager in the Gifted and Talented Department for Denver Public Schools. This role is part of the central team leadership that works collaboratively with DPS schools to support gifted and talented programming, identification services, professional development, and other needs.
With most of her career dedicated to curriculum development and teacher training, Ms. Vaughn has served as a district and school administrator, a district specialist, an educator in the classroom, and a college professor. Her work has been recognized by the National Association for Gifted Children and the Texas Association for Gifted and Talented for her contributions in creating and championing services for gifted students.
Support the show
Read the Episode Transcript on the TAUGHT website.
Connect with host Amy Schamberg on LinkedIn
Explore:
- Learn more about the Total Worker Health® approach from NIOSH
- Discover Amy’s wellness workshops, coaching, and consulting at amyschamberg.com
- Check out the book that started it all! Taught: The Very Private Journal of One Bad Teacher by Melissa Lafort — Available on Amazon
Want to Be a Guest on TAUGHT?
We're always looking to elevate expert voices and real solutions. Email [email protected] with your name, title, and a brief description of your perspective or experience in education or workforce wellbeing.
Need Support Right Now?
For immediate mental health resources, visit HealthCentral or connect with a licensed provider in your area.
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In this powerful episode, Heather Vaughn, EdS, Transformative Leader and Educator, shares her journey from early-career burnout to leadership grounded in humanity and wellness. During our conversation, Heather reveals both the dangerous reality of burnout culture and practical pathways to organizational change. We explore high-functioning depression, the cost of overachievement, and how small daily actions can shift entire school cultures. Listen now to learn concrete leadership practices that can dramatically impact educator retention, wellbeing, and ultimately student success.
Connect with Heather on LinkedIn
Learn More about High-Functioning Depression
Heather Vaughn, Ed.S. is currently the G/T Manager in the Gifted and Talented Department for Denver Public Schools. This role is part of the central team leadership that works collaboratively with DPS schools to support gifted and talented programming, identification services, professional development, and other needs.
With most of her career dedicated to curriculum development and teacher training, Ms. Vaughn has served as a district and school administrator, a district specialist, an educator in the classroom, and a college professor. Her work has been recognized by the National Association for Gifted Children and the Texas Association for Gifted and Talented for her contributions in creating and championing services for gifted students.
Support the show
Read the Episode Transcript on the TAUGHT website.
Connect with host Amy Schamberg on LinkedIn
Explore:
- Learn more about the Total Worker Health® approach from NIOSH
- Discover Amy’s wellness workshops, coaching, and consulting at amyschamberg.com
- Check out the book that started it all! Taught: The Very Private Journal of One Bad Teacher by Melissa Lafort — Available on Amazon
Want to Be a Guest on TAUGHT?
We're always looking to elevate expert voices and real solutions. Email [email protected] with your name, title, and a brief description of your perspective or experience in education or workforce wellbeing.
Need Support Right Now?
For immediate mental health resources, visit HealthCentral or connect with a licensed provider in your area.