Navigating Your First Year as a Teacher? Here’s How to Succeed with SEL and Mindfulness!

Being a first-year teacher is tough, but you don’t have to figure it all out alone!

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we chat with Amélie Bauch, a first-year grade 2 French immersion teacher, about the highs and lows of starting her teaching career.

Amélie shares:

- How she integrates social-emotional learning (SEL) into her daily classroom routines.

- The challenges she faced as a new teacher and the strategies she used to overcome them.

- How SEL and mindfulness transformed her classroom management.

- Practical advice for first-year teachers and anyone wanting to implement SEL for a calmer, more focused learning environment.

Discover How SEL Can Transform School Communities!

In this inspiring episode, we dive into the powerful impact of social-emotional learning (SEL) on schools with Tre’ Gammage, an educational consultant from Gammage Consulting Group.

Tre’ shares how his personal experiences led him to help K–12 schools implement transformative, school-wide SEL programs that improve student success and strengthen teacher-student relationships.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- The journey that inspired Tre’ to focus on SEL in schools.

- Common challenges schools face and proven SEL solutions that work.

- How SEL programs empower students and teachers to succeed and foster stronger, more connected school communities.

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed?

Tune into this episode where Amy Tung from the I Am Love Project shares how mindfulness, self-love, and intentional living can transform your life.

Learn how to let go of what’s not serving you, embrace self-reflection, and create space for positive change.

Kailey and Amy dive into actionable strategies for cultivating love and intention in both your personal and professional life.

Feeling overwhelmed after a long school year?

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, Carolina Smith from the LIA Project guides a gratitude meditation to support teacher mental wellness.

She explains how nurturing our own well-being not only helps us, but also benefits our students.

This calming meditation will help you unwind from the school year, feel relaxed, and prepare for a rejuvenating summer.

In this episode, Jacob Chastain, a teacher with a powerful story, shares how his childhood in a traumatic home shaped his approach to teaching.

Jacob opens up about how school was his safe space, and he highlights the teachers who made a lasting impact on his life.

Learn how to support students facing trauma, create a classroom environment of safety and trust, and build a space where every student feels valued.

Looking for a burst of joy and laughter?

In this episode, Rolande Kirouac shares the healing benefits of laughter and teaches laughter yoga exercises to boost your mood!

Learn how to use laughter to improve emotional well-being and enhance your classroom atmosphere. Plus, discover how mindfulness can help you and your students feel more connected and resilient.

Feeling overwhelmed by remote teaching?

In this episode, we share strategies to manage emails, stay focused, connect with students, handle tech, and set parent expectations.

Tune in for tips to make teaching from home easier and more enjoyable.

Plus, gain perspective shifts to tackle those tough days!

Are you navigating remote teaching and learning?

In this episode, Jennifer Scott, mother and support teacher, shares how to succeed with less stress and more grace.

Discover tips for both teachers and parents to prioritize connection, intentionality, and perseverance. Jennifer discusses a less-is-more approach to teaching and working from home, helping you focus on what matters most.

Learn how to create balance and support your students’ success during remote learning.

Are you a credible teacher?

In this episode, Mike Huebner from The Credible Teacher shares how teacher credibility impacts student learning. Discover how to build trust, connect with students, and improve your classroom presence with mindfulness and storytelling.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- The importance of teacher credibility in student learning and classroom success.

- How to connect with your students through authenticity and human connection.

- The power of storytelling and how it enhances classroom engagement.

- The role of self-awareness and self-love in becoming a more effective teacher.

- How mindfulness and meditation can improve your teaching and classroom dynamics.

- Tips for making a deeper impact on your students' well-being and learning.

Mindfulness is transforming classrooms—want to know why?

In this episode, we dive into the latest research proving the powerful benefits of mindfulness for students.

Discover how mindfulness boosts student wellness, improves learning outcomes, and supports social-emotional development. We’ll explain what mindfulness is, how to get started, and why it’s such a game-changer for classrooms.