Annie chats with Dr. Travis Schachtner about recognizing and surviving toxic school environments. He shares strategies for reclaiming professional agency, advocating for yourself, and building healthier workplaces.

To connect with Dr. Travis Schachtner, check out his website here: https://www.ftsleaders.com/

(00:00) Why Toxic Schools Burn Out Teachers
(03:14) Spotting Bad Leadership & Taking Action
(08:14) Taking Back Control
(13:14) The Truth About Leadership
(18:14) Fair Pay & Workload Matter
(25:14) Real Teacher Struggles
(32:14) Self-Care & Advocacy

What You’ll Learn:
✅ Discover the red flags that signal a toxic school environment
✅ Learn why leadership needs to be a two-way relationship, not just top-down
✅ Understand how teacher workload awareness can prevent burnout
✅ Explore the importance of fair wages and professional respect
✅ Hear why self-care and setting boundaries are essential for teachers
✅ Find out how to advocate for yourself and your students’ futures
✅ Get practical steps to reclaim your power and build healthier workplaces

Packed with real-world advice and empowering strategies, this episode helps educators take control of their work lives, fight burnout, and thrive professionally.

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