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Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Rupa Mehta, a fitness entrepreneur and founder of the NaliniKIDS, a nonprofit organization that focuses on creating PreK-12 programs that pair physical movement with emotional reflection. Together, they’ll discuss the importance of involving educators in educational product development, along with integrating exercise, movement and mindfulness into the education system for both students and teachers.
Connect with Rupa:
Website: https://nalinikids.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nalinikids/
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
This week, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Madeline Beck, a former educator who now works in Human Resources. Together, they’ll discuss the power in hiring teachers for non-teaching roles, why teachers should be active on LinkedIn, and the importance of tailoring your resume to fit the career you want.
Connect with Madeline:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madelinemariebeck/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelinembeck/
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
Why are teachers leaving the classroom? This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Robyn Barberry, a former teacher and author in progress to answer this question. Together, they discuss the mental health struggles that led Robyn to leave teaching, some of the main issues teachers are facing today like pay, and the unrealistic expectations that are being placed upon teachers.
If you would like to be included in Robyn’s survey, please click to link to fill out the survey: https://shorturl.at/kmyX2
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by former teacher turned coach and facilitator, Stephanie Simpson. Together, they will discuss the main difference between coaching and therapy, the importance of confidence in moving forward, and different ways people and schools can support teachers.
Connect with Stephanie
Website: http://www.stephanie-simpson.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniesimpsoncoaching/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephanieSimpsonCoaching/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniesimpsoncoaching/
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Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Adam Gacka, a seasoned filmmaker who’s latest documentary, Teacher, is out now. Together, they will discuss what led Adam to make the film, capturing the essence of a teacher throughout the film, the unique differences teachers have, and why non-teachers should see it too.
Connect with Adam:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacherdocumentary/
Website: https://www.teacherdocumentary.com/
Watch Teacher, the documentary, here: https://www.amazon.com/Teacher-Nkanga-Nsa/dp/B0CBJM7KH6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=MW51KETUCN2E&keywords=teacher%2C+documentary&qid=1695325603&sprefix=teacher%2C+documentary%2Caps%2C190&sr=8-1
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
Today, Ali and JoDee talk with Nicola Fleischer, the Co-founder and Executive Director of EdWell, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting educator wellbeing and career satisfaction. Together, they will discuss what makes EdWell unique, strategies for burnout, and ways to set up teachers for success.
Connect with Nicola:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edwellcoaching/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edwellcoaching
Website: www.edwell.org
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
On this week’s episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Aaron Reller, a former teacher who now, along with his wife, runs their family owned art studio, Abigail Reller Art. Together, they will discuss what held Aaron back from leaving teaching, creating an exit plan from teaching, and taking the leap into entrepreneurship.
Want to learn more about Abigail Reller Art?
Website: https://www.abigailrellerart.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abigailrellerart
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Amanda Minchella, a former teacher who’s now a career coach guiding others through the job search process. Together, they will discuss what a career coach can do for you, the importance of the elevator pitch, and how to improve and prepare for the interview process.
Links Mentioned:
Amy Cuddy’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc
Connect with Amanda:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/butterbellebakery/
https://www.instagram.com/createmylifecoaching/
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
This week Ali and JoDee are joined by Joanna Guldin-Noll, the writer behind one of the largest military lifestyle blogs, Jo, My Gosh! Together, they will discuss some of the struggles of teaching as a military spouse, what Joanna’s transition from the classroom into content creation looked like, and if she’s ever considered going back to the classroom.
Connect with Joanna:
Website: https://jomygosh.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jomygosh1/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoMyGosh/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/jomygosh1/
You can learn more about PILLAR: The Digital Retreat for Deployment here: https://pillardeploymentretreat.com/
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Shiren Rattigan, the owner and lead educational curator at Colossal Academy. Together, they’ll discuss how you can keep your teacher hat while maintaining autonomy, what Colossal Academy is, the teacher’s role in micro schools and balancing risk taking with reward.
Connect with Shiren:
Website: https://www.colossal-academy.com/our-team
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colossalcommunity/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColossalCommunity
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/
Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/
Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog
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Here at Teacher Shift, hosts Ali Simon and JoDee Scissors unpack one of the toughest questions educators face when considering a career shift - Who am I if I’m not a…
Teacher Shift podcast shares resources for educators who need help with job exploration, identity, wellness, financial planning, and decision-making. We invite teachers, former teachers, people that love to hire teachers, mental health professionals, resume coaches, scholars, and financial planners to share experiences and guidance with educators that need or are considering a shift.