DESCRIPTION:
In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem explores how teachers can work more effectively with teaching assistants, colleagues, and teams to reduce workload, prevent burnout, and improve outcomes for students. She shares practical strategies for clear task delegation based on strengths, sharing resources across departments, giving constructive feedback, re-evaluating workload, and using motivation and praise to build stronger professional relationships. Tem also explains how the same principles apply when supporting students, why private solution-focused conversations matter, and the importance of always offering a fresh start.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
BEST MOMENTS:
\"We are our greatest resource. And if we can use each other and rely on each other for support… it will reduce our workload and therefore improve our wellbeing.\"
\"Make sure the tasks are specific to strengths, because that's how we thrive. That's how we get the best out of each other.\"
\"It might not be because they're not putting effort in, it could just be because they're overworked, they're overloaded, they're struggling, they're stressed.\"
\"Every lesson is a fresh start. Every day is a new start… it's really unfair to bring things up and keep going back over situations.\"
\"Positive, then a little bit of critical feedback, and then positive again is going to help improve their self-esteem… and then always support and help them to improve.\"
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EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-to-manage-a-team-effectively/id1681843058?i=1000650549818
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
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263
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