Teacher Shift

By Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors

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?

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How many episodes does Teacher Shift have?

The podcast currently has 106 episodes available.

Teacher Shift episodes:

April 05, 2023 Giving Yourself Permission to Leave
This week, Ali and JoDee are talking with Kristin Keiser, a former teacher of 12 years, current program coach, and owner of the vintage design company, Three Dog Design and Finds. Together, they’ll discuss how Kristin’s background in theatre prepared her for all of her career options, how she relates to Gen Z and quiet quitting, and why giving yourself permission to make a change is okay.

Connect with Kristin:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/threedogdesignandfinds/

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
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March 29, 2023 Recognizing Symptoms of Burnout and Doing Something About It
Today, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Jessica Madenford, an educator of 19 years who now guides other educators towards their own empowerment. Together, they’ll talk about how Jessica found herself at a crossroad in her career, the red flags that a teacher may need a change, and Jessica’s #1 tip for someone who is experiencing burnout or a stressor in their life.

Connect with Jessica:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-madenford-26948a212/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessica.journeytohere/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativej03
Website: https://thejourneytohere.net
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
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25min
March 22, 2023 School Leadership Can Prepare You for Other Career Roles
Today, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Brittany Holton, a former educational leader with over 14 years of experience. Together, they’ll talk about Brittany’s decision to leave a position that she had coveted for so long, how she has finally been able to achieve work-life balance, and why she has no regrets.

Connect with Brittany:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-holton/
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
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22min
March 15, 2023 How to Make a Difference Even After Leaving the Classroom with Lillian Barkes
This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Lillian Barkes, the co-founder and CEO of Listen To Our Future and a former educator of three years. Together, they’ll discuss how she has grown her nonprofit, staying connected to the students and teachers they serve, and the different approach they take to training their staff.

Connect with Lillian:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lillian-barkes-2b5a49126/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lillybarkes/

Connect with Listen To Our Future:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoourfuture/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Listentoourfutureindy

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
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26min
March 08, 2023 Regaining Control After Landing a New Job
This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Rachel Hoefling, a former school counselor who now works remotely with a tech company. Together, they'll talk about how the transition allowed Rachel to be in full control, the resources she used to make the transition happen, and if she regrets going through a school counseling program.

Connect with Rachel:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachhoefling/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-hoefling-a56248242/

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
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26min
March 01, 2023 Embracing a New Role in Reading Curriculum Design
Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with a former educator from the U.K. who has transitioned into working as a reading curriculum designer. Together, they will discuss the resources that were invaluable to her transition, the shared unrealistic expectations and frustrations that teachers face throughout the world, and the real problem the teaching profession is facing.

Resources mentioned in the episode:
LinkedIn
Guardian Jobs
Life After Teaching, Exit the Classroom and Thrive

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
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23min
February 22, 2023 What About My Pension?
What about my pension? This is the question that Ali and JoDee are discussing with today’s guest, Andrew Kerper. Andrew is a financial advisor with Federal Prep, an investment advisory firm that specializes in tax preparation, financial planning, investing, and retirement. On top of being a financial advisor, Andrew is also a full time music teacher. Together, they’ll dive into not only pensions, but also the benefits of working with a financial advisor and the biggest mistake Andrew sees people make with their retirement investments.

Connect with Andrew:
Email: [email protected]
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@financialprep4teachers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financialprep4teachers/
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
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25min
February 15, 2023 Transitioning to Part-Time and The Benefits That Come With It
Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with returning guest Ashley McLean. Ashley is a former Montessori educator who returned to the workforce last year as a library assistant. Together, they will discuss what it was like transitioning back into the workforce, the surprising benefits of working part time, and the teacher brain skills that she now uses daily in life and work.

Connect with Ashley:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acadiagoddessarts/
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
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22min
February 08, 20234 "P's" to Guide Your Transition Outside the Classroom
On this week’s episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Alicia Williams. Alicia is a former teacher turned founder and CEO of Teach Woke, an education consulting company. She talks us through the 4 "P's" framework for practical ways to transition from the classroom and her latest edtech start up, Justli.

Together, they will discuss:
What it looked like going from the CEO of her classroom to the CEO of her own company
How Alicia is able to decenter from always being “on”
The steps she took while still teaching to get where she is now
Why an educator’s perspective is so valuable when designing and implementing educational trainings

Connect with Alicia:
Justli’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justli.co/
Teach Woke’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachwoke/
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
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22min
February 01, 2023 How One Teacher Chases Self-Care
This week Ali and JoDee are talking with Dana Skillman. Dana has taught elementary for 9 years while chasing self care. Together, they’ll discuss how Dana is able to make time for self care while teaching, setting boundaries and not falling back into old habits, and her top tips for self care in the workplace!

Connect with Dana:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasinselfcare/
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
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22min

FAQs about Teacher Shift:

How many episodes does Teacher Shift have?

The podcast currently has 106 episodes available.