Teacher Shift

Teacher Shift

By Ali Simon & JoDee ScissorsBusinessEducationSelf-ImprovementCareers
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Teacher Shift episodes

  • Making a Career Transition With AWS and Google

    This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Tasha Penwell, who worked in higher ed for 8 years and is now an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Solutions Architect, Grow with Google partner, as well as the founder of Bytes and Bits. Together, they will discuss what AWS is, how to become an AWS Educator, and what teachers can bring into the tech world.


    Connect with Tasha:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tashapenwell

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

    Website: https://bytesandbits.org/


    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
  • How a Math Teacher Became a Data Scientist

    This week Ali and JoDee are talking with Pearl Ubaru, a former high school math teacher turned data scientist. She is also the founder of SiSTEM Tutoring Agency. Together, they will discuss Pearl’s transition to data scientist and entrepreneur, the 3 main data-related roles in tech, and the steps you need to take to pursue a career as data scientist. 


    Connect with Pearl:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pearltheceo/

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/pearltheceo

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pearl-ubaru/

    Website: https://www.sistemtutoring.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

    21 min
  • Mobilizing Your Career in EdTech and Using LinkedIn for Your Benefit

    Today, Ali and JoDee are talking with Cara Holt. Cara has worked in education for 20 years, mobilizing from the classroom, admin, NWEA, LearnZillion, and BrainPop. Together, they will discuss how Cara transitioned to a career outside the classroom, strategically using LinkedIn for your benefit, and the best way to write your resume for success.


    Connect with Cara:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cara-holt/


    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
  • Why EdTech Consulting Was the Best Choice for One Former Teacher

    Ready to learn more about EdTech? For the next few weeks, Ali and JoDee will be talking more about EdTech. Today, they dive into what it is exactly, how JoDee got her start in EdTech, why she chose to work as a contractor in the field, and the actions you can take to get a job in EdTech!



    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

    26 min
  • Recovered Science Teacher Making a Local Impact

    Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Amy Cox, a former science teacher turned farm scientist who is also currently a candidate for the Ohio House of Representatives, District 40. Together, they’ll discuss what it means to be a self described recovered teacher, the value teachers can bring to civil service, and the false narrative surrounding the teacher shortage.


    Connect with Amy:
    Amy’s candidacy: www.voteamycox.com

    Amy’s work: www.guidedbymushrooms.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

    21 min
  • Let Me Tell You Why We’re Not “Just” Teachers

    Have you ever heard someone else say that you’re JUST a teacher? Maybe you’ve even caught yourself saying something similar. If so, this week’s episode with veteran educator Ryan Pelkey is for you! Ali, JoDee, and Ryan sit down to talk about breaking free from the word “just,” debunking certain narratives about teachers, and ways in which schools and districts can put teachers first. 


    Connect with Ryan:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_pelkey/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/mr_pelkey
    Clubhouse: Mr_Pelkey
    LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryandpelkey/

    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

    21 min
  • How to Retain Special Ed Teachers?

    Today, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Rachel Watanabe Tate, a learning specialist with a focus on autism and behavior. She has over 12 years experience working in both public and private school systems. In this episode, they will be discussing ways in which school systems can retain teachers, how teacher pay is a localized issue, and transitioning from the classroom to different careers.


    Connect with Rachel:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rewbaby07/

    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

    26 min
  • What Is the New Role of the Teacher?

    This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Elizabeth Peterson, a veteran educator who empowers teachers with creative social-emotional strategies while easing teacher burnout through SEAL: Social-Emotional, Artistic Learning. Together, they will discuss what Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and SEAL are, how to effectively use these concepts within the classroom, and the role of the teacher in today's classroom.


    Connect with Elizabeth:
    Website: https://theinspiredclassroom.com

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theinspiredclassroom/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/theinspiredclassroom

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredclassroom/

    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
  • How to Use Your Teacher Brain in EdTech Start-Ups

    This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Sage Salvo, the founder and CEO at Words Liive and a tech policy fellow at the Aspen Institute. Together, they will discuss what Words Liive is, how educators can fit into the ed tech space, and the unique skill set that benefits educators in positions outside of the classroom.  



    Connect with Sage:
    Instagram: https://instagram.com/sagesalvo 
    https://www.instagram.com/wordsliive/

    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

    18 min
  • Help, I Have the Back to School Scaries

    It’s that time of year when everyone is going back to school! While this can be exciting for some, for others it can lead to the back to school scaries. Today, Ali and JoDee dive into what the back to school scaries are, what perpetuates them, and how you overcome the back to school scaries. 


    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

    24 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…