DESCRIPTION:
In this episode, Tem interviews Karen Simpson, a former primary school teacher who transitioned into a successful tutoring business. Karen shares her journey of balancing teaching with family life, the challenges she faced, and how she built her tutoring business, My Primary and Secondary Tutor. She discusses the importance of creating a supportive community for tutors and the role of tutoring in addressing the attainment gap in education. Karen emphasises the transferable skills teachers possess and offers valuable advice for those considering a similar transition.
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KEY TAKEAWAYS:
BEST MOMENTS:
\"I chose to leave the classroom.\"
\"I created a mood board of my why.\"
\"Tutoring could reinvigorate you.\"
VALUABLE RESOURCES:
https://www.facebook.com/karen.simpson.tuitionscotland
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1577467333109799
https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/life-after-teaching-how-lucie-jedlicka-turned-burnout/id1681843058?i=1000752965711
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/life-after-teaching-from-teacher-to-business-owner/id1681843058?i=1000754576788
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.
CONNECT & CONTACT:
Email: tem@helpingteachersthrive.com
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtips
Instagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263
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