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Lessons from the Court and Classroom: Miss Domingo’s Journey
Host Rhodora Meliton-Vanderpool welcomes Aleena Domingo, a passionate new teacher and coach from Toronto, to discuss balancing life as an educator and parent. They explore the influence of role models, the importance of empathy and high expectations in the classroom, and the impact of both mentorship and collaboration among teachers. Miss Domingo shares her teaching philosophy shaped by diverse school experiences, highlights the value of making all students feel included, and offers practical advice to aspiring teachers about flexibility and creativity in the profession.
More about Miss Domingo:
Aleena Domingo, known as @HeyMissDomingo, is a Toronto-based educator, women’s basketball coach, and content creator whose work centres in authenticity, equity and empowerment. As a former college athlete, she now coaches basketball while encouraging young women to embrace their individuality and confidence on and off the court. In the classroom, Aleena is committed to creating safe and inclusive spaces, particularly for students from racially marginalized communities, helping them reach their full potential while celebrating who they are.
Through her social media presence, she shares honest glimpses of the realities of teaching, coaching and new motherhood, inspiring others to break barriers, live authentically, and pursue their passions with confidence.
(0:00) – Introduction & Guest Welcome
(0:21) – Meeting in Person & Shared Backgrounds
(0:46) – Discussing Family Connections & Podcast Topic: Balancing Life
(1:27) – Challenges of Being a New Teacher & Parent
(2:28) – Inspirations and Role Models in Teaching
(3:41) – Coaching Styles: Supporting All Students
(5:09) – Teaching Philosophy: High Standards & Diversity
(8:13) – Impact of Teachers & The Digital Age
(10:03) – Laying Educational Foundations & Empathy
(12:38) – Mentorship and Finding Support as a New Teacher
(15:13) – Reciprocal Mentorship & Collaboration
(16:10) – Plans for the Year & Balancing Coaching and Family
(16:51) – Advice for Aspiring Teachers
(18:35) – Being a Teacher-Influencer: Social Media & Reception
(19:56) – Wrapping Up: Gifts & Final Thoughts
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By Rhodora Meliton-VanderpoolHost Rhodora Meliton-Vanderpool welcomes Aleena Domingo, a passionate new teacher and coach from Toronto, to discuss balancing life as an educator and parent. They explore the influence of role models, the importance of empathy and high expectations in the classroom, and the impact of both mentorship and collaboration among teachers. Miss Domingo shares her teaching philosophy shaped by diverse school experiences, highlights the value of making all students feel included, and offers practical advice to aspiring teachers about flexibility and creativity in the profession.
More about Miss Domingo:
Aleena Domingo, known as @HeyMissDomingo, is a Toronto-based educator, women’s basketball coach, and content creator whose work centres in authenticity, equity and empowerment. As a former college athlete, she now coaches basketball while encouraging young women to embrace their individuality and confidence on and off the court. In the classroom, Aleena is committed to creating safe and inclusive spaces, particularly for students from racially marginalized communities, helping them reach their full potential while celebrating who they are.
Through her social media presence, she shares honest glimpses of the realities of teaching, coaching and new motherhood, inspiring others to break barriers, live authentically, and pursue their passions with confidence.
(0:00) – Introduction & Guest Welcome
(0:21) – Meeting in Person & Shared Backgrounds
(0:46) – Discussing Family Connections & Podcast Topic: Balancing Life
(1:27) – Challenges of Being a New Teacher & Parent
(2:28) – Inspirations and Role Models in Teaching
(3:41) – Coaching Styles: Supporting All Students
(5:09) – Teaching Philosophy: High Standards & Diversity
(8:13) – Impact of Teachers & The Digital Age
(10:03) – Laying Educational Foundations & Empathy
(12:38) – Mentorship and Finding Support as a New Teacher
(15:13) – Reciprocal Mentorship & Collaboration
(16:10) – Plans for the Year & Balancing Coaching and Family
(16:51) – Advice for Aspiring Teachers
(18:35) – Being a Teacher-Influencer: Social Media & Reception
(19:56) – Wrapping Up: Gifts & Final Thoughts