Shaping Little Minds

Have you been considering transitioning out of the classroom? Maybe you're worried you don't have the qualifications for other positions outside of teaching;  maybe you don't know what you'd be good at; or you are just nervous and want to hear about someone else's experience. 

You're in the right place! 

On today's podcast episode, I had Jill Berkowitz talk about her transition out of the classroom + her role now. You'll learn some tips to help you find your next career path, if that is something you're considering. 

Connect with Jill:

• http://linkedin.com/in/jill-berkowitz
•  https://twitter.com/jlberko 

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Do you have centers within your classroom? Have you ever thought about how layout of your classroom could actually affect the learning?

In today's podcast episode, we cover:

• What centers are + what they're used for
• Why centers are important in an early childhood setting
• Reflective questions to think about
• Center suggestions to consider

With that being said, there is always extra support offered inside of my coaching program, The Confident ECE. We dive into this exact topic inside of the pre-recorded portal in week 2 of the curriculum. You get to learn from this and ask any questions. 

If you are interested in hopping on a free sales call, we will create an action plan that will help you to create the classroom layout + environment you've envisioned. Apply with the link below!

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I have always valued movement in my classroom when I was a full-time teacher and wanted to encourage you to incorporate movement into yours.

In today's podcast episode, I was lucky enough to bring my good friend Lauren on to speak about movement. Lauren is a PE teacher who has been in the education space for over 20 years. 

We discuss the benefits of movement. We dive into various books in which you can incorporate movement when reading them. We talk about the importance of a daily movement practice inside a classroom.

Movement is an incredible thing to bring into your classroom. If you're unsure as to how to do this, this is the episode for you. 

Connect with Lauren:

• https://www.instagram.com/laurensgreene
• [email protected]

Connect with Me: http://www.instagram.com/shapinglittlemindspodcast

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If you are ready to feel confident in your preparation, know how to manage your time + prioritize tasks, and create space for YOU you're going to want to tune in.

In this week's podcast episode, I outline 3 of the biggest issues I see as teachers start to prepare for parent-teacher conferences to help you eliminate stress + overwhelm even though more work has been added to your plate. I promise you, it's possible.

This episode is to help you feel empowered throughout this time, knowing that you can show up for your students AND live the life you've always dreamed of.

I dive into the power of time, managing time + prioritizing throughout the work day, and creating space for you every single day.

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Connect with Me: http://www.instagram.com/shapinglittlemindspodcast

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I have a guest with an incredible story. Her name is Michele Benyo and she is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist®, early childhood parent coach, and the founder of Good Grief Parenting. After her 6-year-old son died of cancer, her 3-year-old daughter said, “Mommy, half of me is gone.” This heartbreaking statement focused Michele’s career as an early childhood parenting specialist on the impact of grief on young children, particularly after child loss. Michele equips parents and other caring adults to provide the support young grieving children need to cope well with any loss. So today, Michele is giving you the tools to be able to handle sudden loss and grief among your students in the classroom. 

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Connect with Michele: 

• https://linktr.ee/goodgriefparenting
• https://www.instagram.com/goodgriefparenting
• https://www.facebook.com/goodgriefparenting

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We all have excuses as to why we are too busy to make plans or too busy to spend quality time with our partners or spouses. 

Teaching is always busy and I doubt that will change. It's a matter of changing our thoughts around our ability to integrate work + life; letting teaching be a small part of your life rather than you entire life.

In today's episode I dive into 3 excuses I hear teachers using on a pretty consistent basis and I was one of those teachers just a few years ago.

• "I don't have time"
• "If I don't work outside contracted hours, I won't get everything done"
• "I don't know what I'd do if I wasn't busy working"

Sound familiar?

Tune in + take a deep dive with me as to how you can change your thoughts and therefore, change your life for the better. 

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In this episode, I am bringing my friend Brittany onto the show to talk about her first year as an enrichment teacher. 

You'll hear about:

• What her first year has been like
• The mentorship she's received
• What resources have helped her most 
• The challenges she's faced as a first year teacher, and
• Words of wisdom for other new teachers

There are so many important lessons in this episode. You will learn a lot from Brittany in this episode + if you are looking to connect with her, you'll find her Instagram handle below.

Connect with Brittany: https://www.instagram.com/britt__rose_
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Have you ever wondered what 1:1 coaching calls are truly like?

You've heard that they are 60 minutes and geared toward your needs as a teacher but is that really accurate?

In today's episode, I break down some topics of conversation inside of my 1:1 calls with a client. This client is an assistant teacher + is struggling with bringing stress home with her and doing work on her days off.  We started with different strategies to help her decompress and discussed mindset throughout our most recent conversation.

We are six weeks in and there's been a tremendous amount of growth. I can't wait to see what happens in the next 4 weeks. This client is already thinking of extending for another 10 weeks together. So much can happen over a short period of time. Spots are open until they're not so grab your free 60 minute call with the link below.

Book your free 60 minute call: https://calendly.com/newteachercoaching/confidentece
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Let's Connect: http://www.instagram.com/shapinglittlemindspodcast

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This may be a more controversial topic to discuss but I thought it was important. I have always believed that a degree can get you further than you imagined when your end goal is to be a classroom teacher.

I might have been wrong... or at least my thoughts around that have changed.

On today's podcast episode, I have my good friend + roommate as a guest because she has made some tremendous strides without a bachelors degree. She is someone who has found ways to still learn even if it's not the traditional way. She worked really hard to get where she is and has not given up. All of this to say, it is possible to achieve a lot as an educator even without a degree.

Follow Dara on Instagram:

• https://www.instagram.com/dzaer90/
• https://www.instagram.com/g.w.a.v.a/
• https://www.instagram.com/dzeducation101/

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Happy New Year!! Here is your first episode of 2023. We are diving into ditching the stress of going back to work after a long break.

Here's what we cover:

• Identity work; who are you at the core? 
• Journal Prompts to help you take action
• Setting boundaries

I have been lucky enough to be asked to participate in this year’s Leader’s Lounge Virtual Summit hosted by Beth Cannon.  This year, I’ll be speaking on creating a work/life balance and taking back your time as a busy teacher.  Join me January 13-16th.

Leaders Lounge: https://leaderslounge.solutions/adva
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