Combating Teacher Burnout: Causes, Signs & Actionable Solutions

In this podcast episode, Tem focuses on the critical issue of teacher well-being and addresses the challenges teachers face, such as workload and performance pressures, which can lead to stress and burnout. The episode underscores the negative effects of poor teacher well-being on both educators and students, providing practical strategies for improving well-being, including mindfulness, self-care, and establishing a support network.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Challenges teachers face include an increased workload, pressures from senior leadership, performance management targets, increased class sizes and an increase in disruptive behaviours.
• Identifying physical and emotional signs of teacher burnout and the impact on classroom environment and student outcomes.
• An increase in absenteeism as teacher feel run down and unable to cope with the ever increasing demands of the teaching profession.
• Teacher well-being can have a direct impact on our students' well-being as a result of the classroom environment we create.

BEST MOMENTS:

"We need to put ourselves first"

"That comment really brought home what teaching is like"

"Teacher well-being matters the most"

"You're emotionally unavailable for your students"

"Looking after our own well-being leads to a positive learning environment for our students, where they feel safe, they feel supported"

"Our well-being can have a massive impact on our students' well-being"

"Feel energised and refreshed for your students, and for your family"

"Learn to say no"

USEFUL WEBSITES:

https://www.tiu11.org/educational-support-services/

https://www.headstogether.org.uk/

https://www.mind.org.uk/

https://www.mindful.org/

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

Patreon

EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:

REVEALED: How to improve your work-life balance

Well-being matters: Knowing when to stop

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 in Secondary Physical Education, 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.

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