E19: Saying Yes: Claire Romito's Journey with Teaching Plans.ie

In this episode of the Growth in Educational Leadership podcast, I welcome Claire from Teaching Plans.ie. 

Claire shares her unconventional path to teaching, her experience in a developing school, and how her side project, Teaching Plans, evolved into a thriving business. Claire dives into the intricacies of managing a business while on a career break, the importance of adaptability, and the impact of using technology like AI in education.

She offers practical advice on social media usage for teachers, business management, and maintaining a work-life balance. The conversation also touches on current educational trends, such as the shift in the Aistear curriculum.

 Tune in to hear Claire's inspiring story and gain valuable insights into educational leadership and resource creation.

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
• 00:45 Claire's Journey to Teaching
• 03:46 Starting a Business in Education
• 06:34 Navigating Copyright and Resources
• 10:22 Managing Finances and Growth
• 13:10 Expanding into Training and Consultancy
• 15:36 Balancing Work and Personal Life
• 20:32 The Role of Social Media
• 25:07 The Importance of Teacher Collaboration
• 26:50 Navigating Social Media as a Teacher
• 27:43 Balancing School Promotion and Student Privacy
• 31:48 Managing a Teacher Blog and Online Presence
• 37:27 Leveraging AI for Teaching Efficiency
• 44:51 Encouragement for Aspiring Leaders