By Vanessa Jackson
"Teachers in Transition" offers advice, counsel, and information about teacher burnout, stress, and management strategies for teachers (or anyone feeling stressed and overwhelmed) along with career
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In this episode, Vanessa explores the challenges introverted teachers face in extroverted environments and provides actionable advice for achieving personal and professional goals in the new year.
Vanessa begins by celebrating the strengths of both introverts and extroverts, emphasizing the value each brings to education. She highlights the unique struggles introverted teachers face, from professional development sessions that cater to extroverted behaviors to classroom observations that prioritize group engagement over quiet, reflective learning.
Vanessa advocates for creating spaces that respect the needs of introverts and extroverts alike. She stresses the importance of fostering understanding and balance, urging us to embrace diverse environments that allow everyone to thrive.
The episode transitions into practical tips for the new year, goal-setting using a bingo card. She shares her own experiences with incremental progress and encourages teachers to set meaningful goals that align with their personal and career aspirations.
For teachers considering a career change, Vanessa outlines an eight-step roadmap, covering everything from crafting personal branding statements to leveraging AI tools for job searches. She highlights the importance of exploration and adaptability during transitions and offers personalized coaching for those needing extra support.
Vanessa closes with an empowering message: whether reducing stress, pursuing new opportunities, or transitioning careers, incremental progress is a victory worth celebrating.
Suggested Links for Show Notes
1. Rebecca Branstetter, PhD – Small Habits Create Big Change
2. Resources for Gaining missing skills
3. Recommended Reads for Stress Management
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The holiday season is a whirlwind of activity, especially for teachers juggling classroom responsibilities, family obligations, and festive preparations. In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges of this time of year, offering insights on managing stress, preventing burnout, and embracing imperfection.
Discover practical self-care tips to protect your well-being, like scheduling micro-breaks, setting boundaries with grace, and finding joy in unexpected moments. Learn how to create a “Not for Emergencies” car kit with everyday essentials that save time and reduce stress.
We also tackle networking for those exploring new career paths, with strategies to connect authentically and leverage LinkedIn for building professional relationships. Whether you’re staying in education or considering a transition, these actionable insights will help you thrive during this busy season.
Plus, hear a surprising story about Alaskan wildfires that reframes burnout as a natural opportunity for growth and renewal.
Teacher Hack: Build a "Not for Emergencies" Car Kit with scissors, tape, stamps, and more to handle life’s little surprises.
Job Hunting Tip: Reframe networking as relationship-building and unlock the power of your existing connections.
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Explore Careers at O*NET Online
Podcast: Those Who Can’t Teach Anymore by Charles Fournier.
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In this episode, Vanessa interviews her daughter, Michaela Riggs, about life growing up as a teacher. Got questions for Michaela? Send those to [email protected]
Save the Date! The next resume workshop will be on November 24th at 2:00 Central time. In this resume, you’ll learn the important pieces of a resume, how to write a resume that will get noticed, and how to put it in a format that is friendly to both the eyes of an ATS system and the eyes of a human.
Are you ready to schedule that discovery session to see if you are ready to make the leap? Head over to the calendar and schedule a time for you to talk one on one with Vanessa
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And remember to send your comments, stories, and random thoughts to me at [email protected]! I look forward to reading them. Would you like to hear a specific topic on the pod? Send those questions to me and I’ll answer them. Feel free to connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!
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However, the rapid rise came with challenges. Away faced scrutiny when reports surfaced about a challenging internal culture, revealing issues in leadership style, communication, and employee well-being. Some of this was rooted in apparent disconnect between stated core values and the actual practice of those values. This mismatch in values and mission added to a hostile atmosphere which led to multiple articles and exposes. After an unpleasant CEO shak-up it will ultimately be up to Rubio to rebuild.
Leadership failings included an extreme transactional style with no positive rewards to balance corrections. Communications failings included micromanaging and public shaming through slack channels. Employees from minority groups who didn’t agree with her and were caught talking about it on Slack were summarily fired. Employee well-being was put at risk through issues including long areas with no time off. When employees would demonstrate physical or emotional fatigue, Korey would use her core values as a blunt instrument to gaslight the employees.
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In this episode, Vanessa explores the growing gap between teachers’ expectations and the realities of today’s education system. She addresses the frustrations many teachers feel working in an environment that can sometimes feel like “child storage” rather than a place for true learning, where policies like social promotion often outweigh actual educational goals. Today’s mental health tip emphasizes accepting the realities of the teaching profession while finding ways to create meaningful change from outside the system. For those looking toward a brighter future, Vanessa reminds listeners to plan ahead and make a strategy to vote, underscoring the power of choice in creating change.
She also discusses the importance of adapting to the times, noting the growth of fields like AI and data science, especially as traditional roles evolve or disappear. For teachers considering new career paths, Vanessa offers guidance and support to help them take the next steps toward a fulfilling future.
BLS Top 20 rising jobs – Article from the Bureau of Labor & Statistics
8 Disappearing jobs - according to Power to Fly
Save the Date! The next resume workshop will be on November 24th at 2:00 Central time. In this resume, you’ll learn the important pieces of a resume, how to write a resume that will get noticed, and how to put it in a format that is friendly to both the eyes of an ATS system and the eyes of a human.
Are you ready to schedule that discovery session to see if you are ready to make the leap? Head over to the calendar and schedule a time for you to talk one on one with Vanessa
Follow Teachers in Transition on Facebook to stay in the know of all the latest information along with doses of inspiration. Want more? You can join in the discussion on our podcast’s Facebook page!
Check out our homepage - www.teachersintransition.com
And remember to send your comments, stories, and random thoughts to me at [email protected]! I look forward to reading them. Would you like to hear a specific topic on the pod? Send those questions to me and I’ll answer them. Feel free to connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!
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In this episode of Teachers in Transition, host Vanessa Jackson explores how to spend the "in-between times" in a way that reflects and supports your mental health. Drawing inspiration from a memoir by the bass player of her favorite band, Vanessa shares insights on how intentional activities during downtime can either enhance or drain our well-being.
Vanessa also shares a useful organizational hack for teachers, involving adhesive rails that help keep bins neat and accessible. This hack simplifies classroom and home organization, allowing teachers to save time and reduce clutter.
Finally, Vanessa breaks down the career transition process into five clear steps:
She encourages teachers considering a career change to listen to their inner voice, reflect on their needs, and reach out for guidance if needed
Are you ready to schedule that discovery session to see if you are ready to make the leap? Head over to the calendar and schedule a time for you to talk one on one with Vanessa
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The book: My Effin’ Life by Rush bassist and vocalist, Geddy Lee. It is available in hardcover, kindle, and audible versions.
A link to the drawer rails on Amazon. This is not an affiliate link and I make nothing if you click on it.
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In this episode of Teachers in Transition, Vanessa explores the calming power of art therapy—focusing on personal, creative outlets that bring peace and balance. From quilting to painting, art offers a way to soothe the mind and combat stress. We also touch on the importance of reducing social media distractions, particularly in the face of online toxicity. Plus, we discuss five key skills (super skills!) that teachers already possess, which can open doors in various industries—skills like communication, strategy, and creative problem-solving. Tune in for insights on mental health, job search tips, and practical advice for teachers ready to pivot careers.
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Peanuts Strip with Lucy
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In this episode of Teachers in Transition, Vanessa Jackson discusses the often overwhelming feelings teachers experience, especially during tough times of the year. Vanessa reflects on the importance of recognizing these feelings as signals for change and personal growth, using the metaphor of crustaceans shedding their shells and the Japanese art of Kintsugi, which highlights imperfections as a source of strength.
The episode also features a practical life hack involving ice cubes to help with everyday challenges like wrinkled clothes and carpet dents.
Finally, Vanessa continues the interview questions series, covering essential topics such as how to present your resume, identify your unique value, discuss weaknesses constructively, navigate workplace conflicts, and embrace mistakes as valuable learning opportunities. Tune in for insights that can empower you to embrace your career transition journey! And this week we have a bonus segment on the importance deconstructing some limiting beliefs.
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Check out Jacob_Knowles as he takes the barnacles off a large lobster and educates us on how the barnacles are bad for it.
Learn about the philosophy behind Kintsugi and how it applies to our lives.
And remember to send your comments, stories, and random thoughts to me at [email protected]! I look forward to reading them. Would you like to hear a specific topic on the pod? Send those questions to me and I’ll answer them. Feel free to connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!
The transcript of this podcast can be found on the podcast’s homepage at Buzzsprout.
Or – just follow our Teachers in Transition official page on Facebook to keep up on the latest info and to be the first to know what’s coming up!
And remember to send your comments, stories, and random thoughts to me at [email protected]! I look forward to reading them. Would you like to hear a specific topic on the pod? Send those questions to me and I’ll answer them. Feel free to connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!
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In this episode, Vanessa talks about the effects of leadership on our mental health, a hack that might be both a hack and a job hunting tip about your email account, and finally we’ll talk about why your frustrations with the application process might not be about you at all.
And remember to send your comments, stories, and random thoughts to me at [email protected]! I can’t wait to read them.
I’d love for you to come and join us on our Facebook Discussion Page! Join the discussion and toss in your two cents! Or – just follow our Teachers in Transition official page on Facebook for regular doses of inspiration, to keep up on the latest info, and to be the first to know what’s coming up!
Simon Sinek’s anecdote about Noah, the barrista (about 2 minutes long)
Manager’s resume got rejected and people got fired
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Today on the podcast Vanessa talks using a To-Don’t list as a way to ward off stress and improve resilience, a quick hack with magnets that creates beauty and safety and a continuation of potential interview question. In part4 of that mini-series this week, Vanessa touches on some unusually questions that might get thrown at you.
Here are the questions from today’s Part IV:
1. What animal symbolizes who you are?
2. Why is a manhole cover round?
3. Describe your closet.
4. If you were a tree, what kind of tree would you be and why?
5. Imagine someone gave you an elephant, and you can't sell it or give it away. What do you do with it?
6. Are you more of a hunter or a gatherer?
7. If you were stranded on an island and could only bring three things, what would you bring and why?
8. You’re a new addition to the crayon box. What color would you be and why?
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And remember to send your comments, stories, and random thoughts to me at [email protected]! I look forward to reading them. Would you like to hear a specific topic on the pod? Send those questions to me and I’ll answer them. Feel free to connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!
The transcript of this podcast can be found on the podcasts’ homepage at Buzzsprout.
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