Helping Teachers Thrive

DESCRIPTION:In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem shares practical advice for trainee teachers who want to make the most of their training year, build stronger evidence for qualifying as a teacher and stand out to schools. She explains why initiative is the quality heads of department look for most, how to spot problems and bring solutions, and why you shouldn’t wait for your teaching timetable to increase before taking the lead in lessons. Tem also covers getting involved in parents’ evenings, taking ownership of lesson planning, and using online communities and colleagues for support. A motivating guide for any PGCE, School Direct or other initial teacher training (ITT) trainee who wants to progress in their career, and possibly secure a role at their placement school.If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at tem@helpingteachersthrive.com or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60KEY TAKEAWAYS:Using your initiative is the quality heads of department and mentors notice most. Teaching early means earlier feedback and more evidence to support your qualification and help you stand out.Attend parents’ evening, even when you’re not expected to. Take the lead on lesson planning rather than waiting to be given resources or slides, then ask your mentor or observer to review your plan.Use online communities, YouTube, social media and other trainees to find ideas, and observe experienced teachers to strengthen your subject knowledge.Showing leadership skills early can open doors, including leadership roles and employment at your training school.BEST MOMENTS:“Use your initiative and spot the things that need to be done.”“Who cares? Give it a go. Just give it a go and try your best.”“Working collaboratively is huge in schools.”“When you’re in school, do everything that you can to make yourself stand out.”“You need to be the one that actually plans the lesson yourself.”VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/get-september-ready-masterclass-series-de-escalation/id1681843058?i=1000788550687ABOUT 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.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263

DESCRIPTION:In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem reflects on a heartfelt thank-you card from a student that captures the heart of her work: creating classrooms where learning feels fun and exciting, where students know their teacher will never give up on them, and where school feels like home. She explains why psychological safety is the foundation of real learning, how mutual respect and consistent support help students lower their guard, and why trauma-informed practice benefits both children and teachers by reducing overwhelm and burnout. A warm reminder of the quiet, powerful impact teachers make every day.If you'd like to listen to the Q&A sessions at the end of the webinars in the Get Ready For September Master class Series, head on over to The Helping Teachers Thrive Hub where you will be able to access to full recording (link is in the valuable resources section below).If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at tem@helpingteachersthrive.com or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60  KEY TAKEAWAYS:Students thrive when they feel safe, supported and know their teacher has their back.A calm, respectful classroom culture allows students to lower their guard and focus on learning.Making learning fun and exciting while holding high expectations builds lasting trust.Even experienced teachers face difficult classes and moments of overwhelm - progress comes through strategies, observation and support.Trauma-informed practice helps teachers understand behaviour more clearly and protects their own wellbeing.The quiet impact of never giving up on students is often the most powerful thing we do.BEST MOMENTS:"Thank you for always making learning fun and exciting. You never give up on us, even if we are having a hard time… You make school feel like home.""I want to create an environment where my students feel safe and supported, where they can come to me and get the advice and support that they need.""If they feel safe in the environment, they're not going to have their guard up. They're not going to be triggered… Their mind won't be wandering on those things and they won't be able to focus on their lessons.""That is how a student learns and thrives - when they feel safe and supported."VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-end-of-year-message-every-teacher-and/id1681843058?i=1000773950419ABOUT 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.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 

DESCRIPTION:In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem shares practical strategies for effective lesson planning so teachers can start the new academic year prepared, confident and free from overwhelm. She explains how to plan to the top for high attainers, build in progressive challenge tasks, use simple scaffolds that work for everyone, structuring lessons clearly and keeping planning efficient by using simple tools. Tem also covers student self- and peer-assessment to cut marking, incorporating technology, movement activities, and the golden rule: keep it simple so you protect your wellbeing and avoid burnout.If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at tem@helpingteachersthrive.com or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60  KEY TAKEAWAYS:Keep planning simple (KISS) - never spend hours on a single one-hour lesson.Plan to the top first: design progressive activities for high attainers, then scaffold down for others.Include a clear starter with sentence starters and word banks, plus a “challenge yourself” task for early finishers.Use student self-assessment and peer-marking to dramatically reduce your marking workload.Build a logical sequence of activities that feed into each other and include quick formative checks.Pre-plan 3-5 guided questions so you always have prompts ready to deepen understanding.Give students choice in how they present their work to increase engagement and autonomy.Share resources with colleagues and use technology to save time and support learners.BEST MOMENTS:"If you're spending three, four, five hours planning a single lesson, that's too much… In that four or five hours, you can plan multiple lessons.""Plan to the top. Plan with those high students in mind first… so that they don't get stalled in your lessons.""Keep it simple. Kiss is how I remember it. Keep it simple.""We need to reduce our workload. Get your students to mark their own starter activity… rather than having to mark it yourself.""Do not overcomplicate it, please. That's the worst thing we can do as teachers."VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-to-mark-smarter-and-faster-9-top-tips-for-teachers/id1681843058?i=1000660967214ABOUT 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.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 

DESCRIPTION:In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem explains adaptive teaching and scaffolding - practical ways to support a wide range of learners in one lesson without creating multiple lesson plans. She shows how planning to the top (for high attainers) then scaffolding down in the moment reduces workload while helping every student access the learning. Tem shares clear techniques including modelling, breaking tasks into smaller steps, guided questioning, sentence starters, word banks, fill-the-gaps, mini whiteboards, and subtle traffic-light cards, plus the early warning signs that a student is struggling so you can step in quickly.If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at tem@helpingteachersthrive.com or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60  KEY TAKEAWAYS:Plan one lesson to the top (for high attainers) then scaffold down - it is far easier than planning multiple versions.Guided questioning starts simple for the whole class then builds, targeting higher-order questions to students who can handle them.Quick formative checks let you see who needs support without interrupting flow.Remove scaffolds gradually as students gain confidence - the goal is independence, not permanent support.Watch for early signs of struggle and intervene early.Adaptive teaching reduces workload and prevents the overwhelm of planning five different lessons for one class.BEST MOMENTS:"Adaptive teaching… is planning a lesson, but then adapting how we deliver our instructions, how we respond to students… rather than rigidly sticking to our plan.""Plan your lessons with the top students in mind so that you can then scaffold to support those students that are lower attainers.""It's a lot easier in teaching to go from the top and work your way down in lessons than to have to think on the spot and build it up.""The key is really to remove those scaffolds as you move forwards… by the end of the lesson they might not need any of those scaffolds anymore.""Don't ever feel afraid to just stop and reteach. If the majority of students just don't understand… stop and reteach."VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/3-key-insights-to-thrive-in-the-teaching-profession/id1681843058?i=1000685230447ABOUT 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.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 

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:Delegate specific tasks between colleagues or with teaching assistants based on individual strengths to share workload and reduce overwhelm.Share resources across departments and with colleagues teaching similar content as teachers are each other’s greatest resource.Give regular feedback on what worked and what didn’tCheck in on workload and wellbeing; apparent lack of effort is often a sign of overload rather than poor motivation.Use praise and recognition to motivate adults in the same way we motivate students.Hold difficult conversations privately, focus on solutions, and always allow a genuine fresh start afterwards.The same principles used with colleagues (clarity, support, respect, fresh starts) also strengthen relationships with students.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."VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-to-manage-a-team-effectively/id1681843058?i=1000650549818ABOUT 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.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 

DESCRIPTION:In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem shares clear strategies for staying regulated and responding effectively when a situation starts to heat up, helping you to reduce panic, and giving you reliable options you can use straight away. Tem also discusses how teachers can make a strong first impression with students and explains why students need boundaries to feel safe, how teachers can handle moments of uncertainty or vulnerability, and why building strong relationships makes it easier to be authentic with students. The episode also highlights the importance of focusing on one practical strategy at a time, rather than becoming overwhelmed by trying to change everything at once.If you'd like to listen to the Q&A session at the end of the webinar, head on over to The Helping Teachers Thrive Hub where you will be able to access to full recording (link is in the valuable resources section below).If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at tem@helpingteachersthrive.com or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60  KEY TAKEAWAYS:Use proximity, body language and tone of voice to manage behaviour before situations escalate.Make a strong first impression by being confident, welcoming and clear with your students.Establish clear boundaries and routines from the beginning so students know what to expect.Focus on one practical classroom management strategy at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed.Consistent communication and confident behaviour management can help create a calmer and safer learning environment.BEST MOMENTS:“Students need boundaries. If there are no boundaries there, students might feel unsafe.”“Stand tall, speak clearly. Try not to whisper because when you're quiet, they might think you're nervous.”“Be clear, be confident in how you speak.”“Sometimes students need to see that vulnerability, because it helps them to show their vulnerabilities in lessons as well.”“Don't think of too many because that can overwhelm you.”VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:The Power Of Positive School Cultures With Dr Jim Van AllanABOUT 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.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 

DESCRIPTION:In this episode, Tem shares practical classroom management strategies to help teachers start the new academic year with confidence, less overwhelm and a calmer, more productive classroom. She explains why establishing clear classroom rules, routines and high expectations from day one can create a safer learning environment, reduce low-level disruption and help students understand exactly what is expected of them. Tem explores how teachers can build positive student relationships while maintaining their authority and also shares practical strategies such as non-verbal behaviour management, tracking the speaker and the 3-2-1 focus countdown to regain students' attention without shouting. The episode also looks at how consistent classroom routines can support student wellbeing and teacher wellbeing, why publicly humiliating students should be avoided, and how calm, consistent behaviour management can reduce teacher exhaustion while helping students thrive.If you'd like to listen to the Q&A session at the end of the webinar, head on over to The Helping Teachers Thrive Hub where you will be able to access to full recording (link is in the valuable resources section below).If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at tem@helpingteachersthrive.com or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60  KEY TAKEAWAYS:Practise and reinforce routines consistently until they become habitual for students.Use clear, specific language so students understand exactly what is expected of them.Maintain your classroom authority while still being warm, approachable and human.Avoid publicly humiliating students and address behaviour calmly and privately where possible.Consistent classroom management can reduce disruption, support learning and protect teacher wellbeing.BEST MOMENTS:“Students need boundaries because that helps them to feel safe. They need to know what to expect and what's expected of them.”“Because when you are moving around the classroom, you're showing the student that this is my classroom, it's your classroom too, but I am the authority figure in the classroom.”“The worst thing we can do is publicly humiliate them. The worst thing we can do is tell them off in front of everybody.”“Instilling these rules in our lessons every single day consistently. Yes, that can be exhausting to an extent. However, in the long run, it's going to have a bigger impact on our students.”VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-to-achieve-100-compliance-in-the-classroom/id1681843058?i=1000657860996ABOUT 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.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 

DESCRIPTION:In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem explores how teachers and educators can shift their approach to classroom behaviour and behaviour management by looking for the positives in every student. Rather than focusing only on disruptive behaviour, teachers are encouraged to identify what helps students feel safe, motivated, engaged and successful. Tem explores how understanding triggers, relationships, interests and positive moments can help educators develop more effective strategies to support student behaviour and wellbeing.If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at tem@helpingteachersthrive.com or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60  KEY TAKEAWAYS:Look beyond challenging behaviour and actively identify what a student is doing rightPay attention to when students are successful and consider what is different in those momentsInstead of simply asking how to stop disruptive behaviour, ask what you can do to help the student feel safe, secure and less triggered in the classroomRemember that behaviour is separate from the child, and changing the language and perceptions we use around behaviour can lead to more positive outcomesTrauma-informed practice is about supporting every child with empathy and without judgement, while looking beneath behaviour to understand underlying needs and triggers.Go to The Helping Teachers Thrive Hub to unlock exclusive content, strengthen your skills and access resources to help level up and thrive in your teaching profession (link the valuable resources section below)BEST MOMENTS:“What is this child doing right? What are the positives about Jack?”“What is creating those positive moments for Jack?”“What can we do to help him feel safe? What can we do to help him feel more secure? What can we do to help him feel less triggered?”“We need to separate that behaviour from the child and use more positive language going forwards.”“Every child deserves that member of staff, that adult that won't judge them, that will support them, that will provide them with empathy.”VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/why-your-students-arent-listening-to-you/id1681843058?i=1000784183202https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/does-shouting-actually-work-trauma-informed-behaviour/id1681843058?i=1000767481399ABOUT 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.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 

DESCRIPTION:In this episode, Tem explores what it really means to create a safe classroom, and why the moments where students feel comfortable enough to let their personality shine are proof that safety, not strictness, is what builds trust. She shares real classroom stories and explains why shutting those moments down can do more harm than good. Tem breaks down how to hold high expectations and firm boundaries while still being human, humorous, and approachable, and why that balance takes time to build, especially for new and trainee teachers.If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at tem@helpingteachersthrive.com or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60  KEY TAKEAWAYS:Students only show their personality once real trust has been established.High expectations and personality aren't mutually exclusive. Strong boundaries and authentic humour can coexist in the same classroom.Relationship-building takes timeKnow your students well enough to joke appropriately. Humour only works safely once you understand a student well enough to avoid shame or escalation.Boundaries must stay consistent even as warmth increasesBEST MOMENTS:"That's because of the space that you have created for your students that has allowed them to feel that confident, allowed them to feel safe enough to be themselves.""Why shame that student in that moment when they're showing their personality?""It doesn't mean you can't be human. It doesn't mean that you can't bring your personality into lessons.""I want them to see my personality... Miss is human. Miss makes mistakes. Miss can have a laugh.""Always, always, always have expectations, high expectations in place... have boundaries in place and don't allow those boundaries to bend."VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:The Power Of Positive School Cultures With Dr Jim Van AllanABOUT 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.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263