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Did you know that between 40% and 50% of teachers leave the classroom within their first 5 years? Is this inevitable, or is there a way to prevent teacher burnout? Tim Schwarz, founder of Sustain Teachers, helps both teachers and leaders find the answer to the question, āWhat would it look like and feel like to work at your school in the exact role you have now but not feel stressed and tired?ā You donāt need to quit teaching or work 60+ hours a week to be an effective educator and serve your students whole-heartedly. This episode is perfect if you are a: (1) leader who wants to prioritize educator wellness and stop having a revolving door of teachers at your school, or (2) teacher who is ready to set strong boundaries in order to thrive while juggling your myriad responsibilities.
Summary & Highlights:Ā
In this episode, Chrissy interviews Tim Schwarz, founder of Sustain Teachers. In their conversation, Tim shares:
āwhat leads to teacher burnout and turnover
āthe impacts of teacher burnout and turnover on students and school systems
āhow to better sustain and support teachers in the short term and the long term
āthe importance of teacher input and feedback in school systems
āthe urgency of reimagining teacher culture
āhow to focus on educator wellness and the goals of vision setting for teachers
āthe importance of setting boundaries in teaching