Teacher Shift

Teacher Shift

By Ali Simon & JoDee ScissorsBusinessEducationSelf-ImprovementCareers
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Teacher Shift episodes

  • Emotional Validation When Making a Shift

    We’re so excited to be back! We’ve got brand new episodes and a brand new name to go with them. Today, Ali and JoDee dive into the meaning behind Teacher Shift, the importance of emotional validation when making a shift, and how to navigate the different emotions that can occur during these shifts.

    Screen Deep
    A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

    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

    25 min
  • A Reflection on Teaching in the Age of School Shootings and Violence

    Get ready for a powerful and impactful episode! This week,  Ali and JoDee are talking about the sensitive subjects of school shootings and violence in schools. Together, they will discuss how they’ve been impacted by these issues, the importance of including teachers in school safety, noticing warning signs and how to report them. 



    Interested in donating, volunteering, taking action or spreading the word? Head here to learn more: https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/take-action/get-involved/

    Screen Deep
    A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

    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

    25 min
  • Teacher Mental Health: Trends and Stigmas With Romi Grossberg

    This week Ali and JoDee are talking with Romi Grossberg. Romi is a counselor, trainer, author, and TEDx presenter. Together, they’ll discuss mental health trends Romi has seen in teachers, how to recognize when someone may need to seek professional help, and the mental health stigmas that still hold people back!

    Connect with Romi:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/romilovelife_counsellor/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/romi.grossberg.writer/?ref=bookmarks

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romigrossbergcounsellor/

    Website: https://www.romigrossberg.com/


    Books written by Romi:
    The Five Minute Guide to Emotional Intelligence

    The Key, A Social Emotional Toolkit for Teens



    Screen Deep
    A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

    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

    27 min
  • Leaving the Stress, Fatigue, and Harmful Habits Behind With Brigitta Erickson

    Today, Ali and JoDee are unpacking components of burnout with their guest, Brigitta Erickson. Brigitta is a former educator of 14 years turned stay at home mom and independent market partner with Monat. Together, they will discuss how to recognize the symptoms of burnout, coping strategies for burnout, and the importance of prioritizing what is important to you.  


    Connect with Brigitta:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brigitta_erickson/


    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

    22 min
  • Steps to Consider Before Taking a Life Leap With Karen Tanenbaum

    This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Karen Tanenbaum. Karen is a former lawyer who now hosts the Life Leaps Podcast. Together, they will discuss what a life leap is, steps to consider when making any type of transition, and the importance of honing in on your why.


    Connect with Karen:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeleapspodcast/

    https://www.instagram.com/karentanenbaum/

    Facebook: Life Leaps Podcast

    Screen Deep
    A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

    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

    29 min
  • How Safety Concerns Led to a Career Shift With Kacie Smith

    Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Kacie Smith, a former educator of 20 years who now advocates for teachers in the classroom. She is also a training lead with Traveling Coaches. Together, they’ll discuss what feeling unsafe as teacher looks like in the classroom, what a career transition looked like for Kacie, and the lack of respect teachers are shown in the classroom, especially when it comes to safety.


    Connect with Kacie:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaciejsmith/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kacie-smith-280347230/

    Screen Deep
    A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

    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

    25 min
  • Put Your Career Shift Mindset to Work With Bobby DeLong

    Today, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Bobby DeLong, a former band educator of 9 years who has transitioned into a career as a mortgage loan officer. Together, they’ll discuss the catalyst that led to Bobby’s transition, the skills necessary to becoming a good mortgage loan officer and why you should get rid of the “this or that” mentality.


    Connect with Bobby:
    Website: https://homeloanswithbobby.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-delong-510398200/
    Facebook: Bobby DeLong



    Screen Deep
    A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

    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

    25 min
  • Getting Started Before You Make an Exit With Krystle Blakefield

    This week, Ali and JoDee sit down with Krystle Blakefield, a former elementary educator who now works in the online space as a virtual service provider. Together, they’ll discuss what a virtual service provider is, how Krystle was able to get started  while still in the classroom, and the first steps any teacher can take to become a virtual service provider.


    Connect with Krystle:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kodexlea/ & https://www.instagram.com/krystle.blakefield/

    Website: https://krysandcoservices.com/


    Interested in what a virtual service provider can do? Here is the course Krystle recommends: https://sarawiles.co/thestart/

    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

    20 min
  • Why EdTech Loves Hiring Teachers in Sales

    Today, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Tiffany Eudy, a former educator who is now a non-attorney special education advocate and President of In Bloom Advocacy. She also works on the sales team for Branching Minds, an edtech company. Together, they will talk about why edtech companies are hiring teachers specifically, what Tiffany does as president of In Bloom Advocacy, and how an advocate can help students and families navigate the education system to achieve the best outcome.


    Connect with Tiffany:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffeudy/
    Website: https://inbloomadvocacy.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-eudy-7a33a3159/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiffeudy



    Screen Deep
    A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

    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

    28 min
  • Transforming Your Resume With an Expert with Kelsie Marks

    Today, Ali and JoDee are talking with Kelsie Marks, a former preschool teacher and school counselor who now works as the Director of Resume Services at Educated Exit. Together, they’ll discuss the biggest mistakes teachers make in the resume process, LinkedIn best practices, and the 3 types of people you should be connecting with on LinkedIn.


    Connect with Kelsie:
    LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelsie-marks-65601b95/
    Website: https://educatedexit.com/

    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

    27 min

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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…