Helping Teachers Thrive

T.H.I.N.K.: A Must-Have Tool for Teacher Behaviour Management and Wellbeing


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DESCRIPTION:

In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem introduces teachers to the powerful T.H.I.N.K. framework, a practical tool for improving classroom behaviour management, building emotional intelligence, and responding to student behaviour with clarity and empathy. This reflective strategy helps teachers pause, assess their thoughts, and choose a calmer, more constructive response. Whether you're dealing with challenging student behaviour or difficult conversations with colleagues, this episode will give you a simple mindset tool to enhance your confidence and wellbeing in the classroom.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • A simple 5-step mindset tool that helps teachers respond to challenging behaviour and altercations with colleagues with empathy and intention.
  • Ground your response in facts, not feelings.
  • Behaviour is a form of communication that needs interpretation.
  • Emotions affect perception. Emotional awareness can prevent impulsive reactions.
  • Assumptions can lead to misunderstandings and can have a negative impact on our well-being; question them.

BEST MOMENTS:

"Teaching is an emotional roller coaster."

"Is this assumption really true?"

"Self-compassion is huge."

"Building stronger relationships with our students and with our colleagues"

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.

ABOUT THE SHOW:

The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. 

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Helping Teachers ThriveBy Tem Ezimokhai