We know the holiday vacations are here, and in the teaching world that usually means it's time to start, ramp up, or consider a job search. That's why we're rereleasing our episode with Daphne Williams, the Teacher Career Coach. If you are tired, burnt out, or unsure of your teaching career, know that we've been there, and Daphne has too. Daphne is a former who has created the support system she wished she had when she was completely burned out in the classroom and looking for her next step. ...

Social media plays a major role in the lives of today's students beyond just likes and comments...whether we like it or not. This week, the ladies of Ambitious Ed talk to pros and cons of social media, the importance of enforcing boundaries, and social media "challenges" that have been circulating recently. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under C...

This week we are talking about consciousness in education. What the heck is that you might be wondering? Well, it’s sort of like social-emotional learning but it’s so much more. It’s a way of being who we are and knowing what has let us to be that, it's awareness without judgement, and noticing what’s around us. In order to dive into this topic, Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey are joined by a special guest, Komal Shah. Komal is a former educator who has recently published a book called “Raise You...

One of the age-old education questions: what is the role of homework and does it help students learn? The ladies of Ambitious Ed have a ton of experience with assigning, collecting, grading and (most importantly) rethinking the role of homework. Listen at the end to three tips you can take with you into your everyday teacher life to help you do the same!Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Career Coach for a free quiz and other resources. Use the code Rea...

Ever had to teach in a costume, make a holiday craft, or plan a lesson on about a non-dominant holiday? Since we are rolling into the holiday season fast and furious, the ladies of Ambitious Ed talk all things holidays in the classroom on this week's episode. Listen at the end for three tips you can use right away to help you celebrate holidays with inclusivity in your classroom.Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Career Coach for a free quiz and other resourc...

Real Teaching 101 gets real again. Back to school 2021 has come which means students are back in person. This, along with the pandemic still present, means there is a debate surrounding whether students should be required to wear masks while in school. In today's episode, the ladies of Ambitious Ed discuss this topic along with how schools are ensuring the health and safety of students . Listen at the end for three Anti-PD tips you can take with you to help keep you safe and healthy. We know ...

Do you...grade on the weekends? Respond to late night emails? Come in early? Leave late? We get that, we've been there, too. There is a lot that goes into being a teacher but it's important to create boundaries that allow you to live your best life outside the classroom. This week the ladies of Ambitious Ed discuss their experience setting boundaries (and not) as well as how they've worked to establish things that (mostly) work for them. Listen at the end to hear three Anti-Professional Devel...

Professional Learning Communities are so last year. It's time to rethink what PLCs are all about and the ladies of Ambitious Ed have done just that. Today Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey introduce the idea of PSCs or Personal and Professional Support Communities. Hear them talk about why PSCs are so important and listen to the three Anti-PD tips at the end of learn more about how you can create them at your school site.Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Car...

Back to school is upon us. How are you feeling? Probably excited yet nervous. Don't worry, we know the feeling. This week on Real Teaching 101, the ladies of Ambitious Ed talk about the emotions many teachers are feeling and how to manage them. Listen at the end for our special type of professional development, three Anti-PD tips you can take with you to help you put yourSELf first.Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Career Coach for a free quiz and other reso...

This week, Real Teaching 101 gets real. The ladies of Ambitious Ed discuss the current educational topic of critical race theory. What does it mean for history? Should schools be teaching it? What can teachers do to ensure students get factual and appropriate information? The episode addresses all this and the three Anti-PD tips will give you practical advice you can take with you. We know this episode may not be for everyone, and that's ok. Join us next class if you choose to pass.Wondering ...