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LOVE DROPS PODCASTBegin Again, Stepping into a New Season with Jackie Scullyđ Recorded on location in Paris, France đ§Join us for a powerful and inspiring conversation about transitions, transformation, and the courage it takes to leap into the unknown. This episode was recorded in December 2024, just before the New Year a perfect time for reflection and fresh starts.Now, listening from the other side of that leap, weâre in awe of the growth, clarity, and evolution that has unfolded. This conversation is a reminder that every step forward prepares us for the next great leap.đ Featured Guest: Jackie Scully, M.EdJackie is an accomplished educator, a...
2025-09-011h 05
The Jackie Scully ShowSeason 1 Finale: My Transformation Journey '22-'25đď¸ In this special solo episode, I share a short 5-minute reflection on my transformation journey from 2022â2025. From starting my very first podcast The Teacher Story, to stepping onto a spiritual path, traveling to incredible places, and writing my book The Guided Teacherâthis has been a period of leaping into the unknown, trusting the process, and growing through both shadow and light.I talk about leaving the classroom after nearly 20 years, facing the uncertainty of starting over without a plan, navigating a long and challenging job search in 2024, and eventually landing in a new role as a Field Con...
2025-08-2207 min
New Earth On with Stella YannNew Earth Education with Jackie ScullyOne of the most important aspects of co-creating the New Earth is education. Many Souls on Earth are tasked with remembering ancient wisdom and practices, so that they can support teachers, students and even parents in this period of transition to a more united world that allows us to channel more of our potential.In the first episode of New Earth On, we will discuss how the education sector can change for the better by allowing everyone involved to preserve their authentic identity and get assigned to a purpose that allows them to continuously evolve and...
2025-04-2551 min
The Jackie Scully ShowLove in Action-Creating CommUNITY with Dr. J RodriguezEpisode 1: Love in Action-Creating CommUNITY with Dr. J. RodrĂguezWelcome to the very first episode of The Jackie Scully Show! This podcast is not just a platformâit's a space for heart-centered conversations, bold ideas, and transformative visions. Together, weâll explore how we want to live, co-create, and thrive in 2025 and beyond.In this inaugural episode, I sit down with Dr. J. RodrĂguez, Ph.D., a distinguished professor, researcher, and communication expert. For over two decades, he has helped people become better communicators, shaping education, business, and culture with his insights on the po...
2025-02-1437 min
The Jackie Scully ShowTrailer đâ¨Welcome to The Jackie Scully Show!This is not your ordinary podcastâthis is a space for heart-centered conversations, bold ideas, and transformative visions. I sit down with thought leaders and visionaries who are making waves in the world of heart, education, and consciousness. Together, we explore how we want to live, co-create, and thrive in 2025 and beyond. Every Friday, join me for inspirational and thought-provoking stories of everyday people creating extraordinary impact. These individuals are sparking waves of positive change, embodying the kind of impact we all aspire to create.This season, three powerful themes...
2025-02-1401 min
TAUGHTTaking Back Teaching: S2E8 Navigating Burnout and Reform with Jackie Scully Part 2Send us a textImagine a world where the classroom isn't just a place of stress and competition, but a haven for mental well-being and authentic connections. That's exactly what Jackie Scully envisions as she reflects on her personal journey from burnout to recovery. With raw honesty and heartfelt insights, Jackie unpacks the urgent need for mental health prioritization in education. This conversation is a powerful reminder of the vital role mental health plays not just for students, but educators too.jackie.c.scully@gmail.comjackiecscully.comJackie Scully YouTube
2024-11-0120 minTAUGHTTaking Back Teaching: S2E7 Navigating Burnout and Reform with Jackie ScullySend us a textImagine reaching a breaking point in your career where the daily grind becomes unbearable, and the passion that once fueled you starts to wane. That's the reality many educators face, and it's the very issue we tackle in this episode. Join us on a journey through the heart of educator burnout with the remarkable Jackie Scully, an education reform advocate who brings nearly two decades of experience to our conversation. Her adventurous career, starting with a bold move from Pennsylvania to Hawaii, offers a fresh perspective on embracing diverse educational experiences....
2024-10-2437 min
10 Dimensions of WellnessEmotional Wellness and the Power of Inner Work: Jackie Scullyâs Journey to Authentic LivingIn this episode of the 10 Dimensions of Wellness, we sit down with Jackie Scully, an Author, Podcaster, Speaker, Educator, and Intuitive Truth Guide specializing in Emotional Wellness.
Jackie shares her transformative journey of emotional growth and spiritual awakening, emphasizing the power of emotional intelligence (EQ), social-emotional learning (SEL), and community building in education and beyond. She offers practical advice on connecting with your higher self through inner work, embracing routines like journaling and meditation, and finding peace and clarity by living authentically.
Jackie also discusses her book, The Guided Teacher, and her...
2024-09-0457 min
The Teacher StoryEp.95-Season 4 Finale & Diary Entry 6-Leap of Faith in a Leap Year!-Jackie Scully In this episode, I want to share a big thank you to all my guests in Season 4 and a diary entry about my life update as I am ready to pivot into a new chapter in my career and pause on the podcast until 2025. Be on the lookout for previews and updates through the summer, fall, and winter as I prepare for a rebrand of The Teacher Story Podcast and kick off in January 2025!The podcast will remain available on all platforms, and I will continue sharing updates on social media throughout the rest of this year...
2024-06-0913 min
BORN TO DO ITHow to Transform Education with Jessica Madenford & Jackie ScullyEducation is not just about the students, it's also about the teachers. If we want to transform the education system, we must talk about empowering teachers with the right tools to raise the next wave of adults and leaders in our world!Community is at the heart of transforming the education space and helping teachers unlock more of their true potential, says Guided Teacher Jackie Scully."If you work on healing yourself, then that ripples out into other areas of your own life. As a teacher, it ripples into your classroom. If your...
2024-04-0110 min
Coming From The HeartEducating and Empowering Feat. Jackie Scully, Teacher, Author, and PodcasterMeet my friend Jackie Scully, M.Ed, an accomplished History and Psychology Teacher, recognized for her dedication to education.
With almost 20 years of diverse teaching experience across various educational landscapes, Jackie brings a unique perspective to the heart of education. Her unwavering commitment centers on principles of dignity, freedom, joy, and community. With a mission to promote dignity in education for all, Jackie Scully is a driving force in the pursuit of a brighter future for learners and educators alike.
â¤ď¸ Thank you Jackie for joining us on the podcast! You can connect with Jackie on Inst...
2024-03-1059 min
Mind Body Medicine for Self HealersThe Guided Teacher with Jackie Scully #58I speak to Jackie Scully about her spiritual awakening and healing after a dark night of the soul. 00:00 Introduction 02:18 mental health matters09:03 the beginning of the spiritual journey16:27 physical healing21:53 the healing work32:26 higher state of consciousness43:59 helping children46:52 Jackie's tipBioJackie Scully, M. Ed is an accomplished History and Psychology Teacher, recognized for her dedication to education. As the Creator and Host of "The Teacher Story," she skilfully shares her personal journey and conducts insightful interviews with fellow educators. Beyond her podcast, Jackie is also the co-founder of "The Teacher Circle," a thriving LinkedIn group that fosters...
2024-02-2949 min
Living The Next Chapter: Candid Conversations with Authors and Writers for Readers Searching for a New ReadE325 - Jackie Scully - The Guided Teacher, Promoting dignity in education for allEpisode 325 - Jackie Scully - The Guided Teacher, Promoting dignity in education for allJackie ScullyEducator - Author - Podcaster - SpeakerJackie Scully, M.Ed is an accomplished History and Psychology Teacher, recognized for her dedication to education With almost 20 years of diverse teaching experience across various educational landscapes, Jackie brings a unique perspective to the heart of education. Her unwavering commitment centers on principles of dignity, freedom, joy, and community. With a mission to promote dignity in education for all, Jackie Scully is a driving force...
2024-02-1251 min
BIG SOULS, BIG IDEASInner Child with Jackie ScullyTo channel your inner child is to invite your Inner Adventurer to come out to play! It's an open invitation for joy, curiosity and collaboration â everything becomes a source of excitement đ¤ŠIn this conversation with Guided Teacher & Author Jackie Scully, we'll talk about the power of channeling your inner child into the everyday, especially when...1. Life gets stressful2. Life gets super "blah"3. Life gets scaryJoin us for a heart-warming session as we welcome the new year with new energy and new inspiration!đ§ Jackie i...
2024-01-2242 min
The Teacher StoryEp.74-Revolutionizing Education with Star Students-Founder, Kimberly GawneJoin me in a thought-provoking conversation with Kimberly Gawne, an inspiring educator and the Founder of Star Students. In this episode, we delve into the challenges of the traditional public schooling system and explore alternative educational solutions for dissatisfied parents.Kimberly shares her passion for inspiring the natural curiosity of students and discusses how Star Students serves as a bridge between conventional schooling and personalized learning. With a focus on one-on-one tutoring and teaching, Star Students addresses the unique needs of learners who may require an extra push or benefit from a more tailored approach....
2024-01-1441 min
The Teacher StoryEp.73-Leaders in Education: Fostering Brilliance in Every Child-Katarina Hanssens Carlsson & Anne Marie RistowKick off Season 4 with a special episode featuring a reading from my book, "The Guided Teacher," and a heartfelt message to educators. Dive into the interview seven minutes in, where we explore insightful conversations with inspiring guests. If you enjoy the content and wish to support the podcast's production, consider making a donation through the Buy Me a Coffee link below. Your support means the world! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jackiescullyIn this enlightening episode, I bring back two incredible guests, Anne Marie Ristow and Katarina Hanssens Carlsson, who were featured in Season 3. Anne Marie is the...
2024-01-0757 minLOVE DROPS PODCASTThe Guided Teacher with Jackie ScullyJoin us with first timer author and teacher Jackie Scully as she discusses her journey to becoming a published author. Connect with and support Jackie at https://www.jackiecscully.com/
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2023-12-1847 min
The Teacher StoryEp.72-Season 3 Finale: A Gratitude Message to My Guests & A Reading from The Guided Teacher-Jackie ScullyIn the Season 3 finale, I share a heartfelt gratitude message to the incredible guests who made this journey memorable. This season was filled with stories about innovation and entrepreneurship in education. I share a special moment by reading an excerpt from my book, The Guided Teacher. This segment focuses on the moral of the story and unveils my vision for education. It's a moment of reflection, gratitude, and a glimpse into the core principles that guide my work. I look forward to sharing more stories and insights in Season 4, which kicks off January 7th, 2024!Check out my...
2023-11-2612 min
The Teacher StoryEp.71-Champion for Special Needs Students-Inclusion Advocates and Allies Founder, Kristin NoriIn this episode, I interview Kristin Nori, a distinguished education leader and the Founder of Inclusion Advocates and Allies, LLC. With a rich background spanning over 24 years in special education, trauma-informed practices, and program development, Kristin brings a wealth of expertise to the table.Discover how this visionary leader is championing the cause of inclusion, advocating for diverse learning needs, and bridging opportunity gaps in education.Kristin shares valuable insights into the intricacies of creating inclusive curricula, the impact of trauma-informed practices, and the pivotal role of social-emotional learning in fostering a supportive educational environment...
2023-11-1959 min
The Teacher StoryEp.70-Love Drops and Life Lessons: A Nurse Educator's Inspirational Path-Diane WoodfordIn this heartfelt episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Diane Woodford, a seasoned writer, retired critical care nurse, and inspirational figure in the world of nurse education. As the published author of "Clearly Ready" and "After-Care," Diane seamlessly blends her passion for writing with a rich history of impactful nursing and teaching experiences.Beginning her career driven by a simple yet profound desire to help people, Diane shares her evolution from a dedicated critical care nurse to a compassionate nurse educator. Her commitment to supporting and uplifting others is evident in her approach: "Nurse education needed...
2023-11-1257 min
The Teacher StoryEp.69-Unleashing Potential with Untapped Learning-Brandon SladeJoin us in this episode as we delve into the empowering journey of Brandon Slade, a seasoned educator and founder of Untapped Learning. With a passionate commitment to students with executive function challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, and dyslexia. Brandon draws from over a decade of experience as a special education teacher, foster care system advocate, and school psychologist."When I taught 8th-grade special education, I had 25 kids with ADHD coming into my 7th period class," Brandon shares, shedding light on the real-world challenges many educators and students face in the classroom. Recognizing the significance of setting boundaries...
2023-11-0539 min
The Teacher StoryEp.68-Education Visionaries Unite: Hope Sparks Network + Hope Braintrust-Hope PatersonMeet Hope Paterson, the visionary Founder of Hope Sparks Network and Hope Braintrust, and a Transformation Coach for brave creatives and entrepreneurs. Alongside her partner, she embarked on a transformative journey, leaving their home in Canada behind and embracing a nomadic lifestyle. With a one-way ticket to Japan, they set out to explore new educational spaces and cultures, beginning an adventure that would redefine their perspectives on education and life.Their global exploration led them to spend a significant period at the renowned Green School in Bali, Indonesia, immersing themselves in a community focused on innovative and...
2023-10-2935 min
The Teacher StoryEp.67-Let's Elevate the Arts!-The Preschool Art Expert, Katherine KarayiannisJoin us in this inspiring episode as I sit down with Katherine Karayiannis, an experienced art educator with over 35 years of dedicated work with children. From Pre-K to High School, she has passionately nurtured young minds, instilling a love for creativity and self-expression through the power of art.Her journey is a testament to the profound impact of art in education, as she shares her diverse experiences teaching in various settings, including the autism unit in public schools, vocational schools, and private art lessons. Her deep understanding of the transformative role of art education has been pivotal...
2023-10-2225 min
The Teacher StoryEp.66-Empowering Young Voices: Diverse Storytelling-Peerbagh CEO, Upasna KakrooIn this episode, we're joined by Upasna Kakroo, an innovative marketing and communications leader who has spent nearly two decades at the forefront of brand strategy. With a remarkable career that's unfolded across four global markets, she's been instrumental in shaping the narrative of brands and creating captivating stories that resonate with diverse audiences.She is currently the driving force behind Peerbagh, an organization with a unique missionâto ignite the imaginations of children and families through storytelling inspired by the rich tapestry of South Asia.We discover her passion for children's booksâshe's a publ...
2023-10-1535 min
BORN TO DO ITHow to Succeed in the School of Life with Jackie ScullyThe School of Life is all about experimenting! You try, you fail, you try again. Success is about falling in love with the learning process.Meet Experienced Educator Jackie Scully who's on a mission to change the education system through more conscious teaching: one lesson at a time!In the words of Jackie, being a Guided Teacher is all about empowering the leaders of the future to feel empowered to give back from a more âguidedâ place within:âIf weâre going to develop flourishing humans, we have to talk about co...
2023-10-0805 min
The Teacher StoryEp.65-EQ is Everything!-Carolyn Long, Co-founder/Chief Research & Development Officer Carolyn Long's journey in speech-language pathology has been driven by a deep passion for helping individuals, especially teenagers and adults, develop essential communication skills that foster connection and understanding. Over the course of her 22-year career, she has gained invaluable insights into the profound and lasting impact of effective communication, particularly for those who may not conform to societal norms.With 14 years dedicated to working within educational settings, including navigating the challenges of teaching during the first and second years of the COVID-19 pandemic, Carolyn has acquired a wealth of knowledge about what truly engages neurodivergent students...
2023-10-0849 min
BORN TO DO ITBORN TO DO IT: Guided Teacher with Jackie ScullyMeet Experienced Educator Jackie Scully who's on a mission to change the education system through more conscious teaching: one lesson at a time!In the words of Jackie, being a Guided Teacher is all about empowering the leaders of the future to feel empowered to give back from a more âguidedâ place within:âIf weâre going to develop flourishing humans, we have to talk about consciousness and we have to talk about tapping into our inner self, our higher consciousness in order to really flourish and then have every child as they become a...
2023-10-0846 min
The Teacher StoryEp.64-Weaving Consciousness Communities: Holistic Educator/Founder of PureEsperanza-Esperanza SmithI sat down with Esperanza Smith, an Energy Medicine Practitioner, holistic educator, and founder of PureEsperanza, NFP. With over 25 years of holistic education experience, she's a certified Master Practitioner of Shamanic Energy Medicine and has explored diverse fields, from energy medicine to quantum physics. Esperanza's journey includes a rich tapestry of roles in education, spanning traditional and non-traditional institutions.She has served as a director and administrator of educational and nonprofit institutions, touching lives in Waldorf schools, alternative education programs, adult enrichment programs, natural childbirth classes, social services, disability programs, parent workshops, tutoring, facilitating, speaking at national...
2023-10-011h 03
The Teacher StoryEp.63-Hearts in the Classroom: Students' Stories Amid the Pandemic-Genevieve Galvan FrenesThis teacher has one of the biggest hearts, and in this episode, I sit down with Genevieve Galvan Frenes, a dedicated teacher and author.Genevieve has self-published two novels, a poetry book, and a children's book through Amazon, with her most recent work titled Hearts in the Classroom.The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to education, and amidst the turmoil, teachers stood as beacons of support, tirelessly teaching, encouraging, and uplifting their students through the trials of distance learning.In Hearts in the Classroom, Genevieve Galvan Frenes offers us a window into the...
2023-09-2446 min
The Teacher StoryEp.62-Prisma-Global Virtual School:Unleashing Innovation & Learner Agency-CEO, Kristen ShroffKids should light up at school and be excited about the learning process!I sat down with Kristen Shroff, the CEO of Prisma, to explore her educational journey and Prisma's pioneering approach to learning. Kristen's diverse background spans roles as an English Teacher in a NYC public school, Field Manager of TNTP (The New Teacher Project), and Founder/Head of School at Emblaze Academy Charter School, among others. Her rich experiences have uniquely positioned her to lead Prisma, a global virtual school.Kristen shares how Prisma's innovative curriculum, rooted in the Prisma PowersâApplied Curiosity, Communication & Collaboration, In...
2023-09-1732 min
The Teacher StoryEp.61-SEE Things Differently-Global Educator & Visionary-Anne Marie RistowHow can we achieve real equity and inclusion? I sit down with Anne Marie Ristow, a dedicated advocate for fostering equity consciousness through her non-profit organizations. Anne Marie serves as the Founder & Director of both SEE, Inc and Systematic Equity Edits, Inc, non-profit organizations that are at the forefront of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) work with schools and various organizations.With over 25 years of experience in her career, Anne Marie has been a driving force in the field of education, consistently breaking down barriers and emphasizing the value that each person's unique diversity brings to our...
2023-09-1056 min
The Teacher StoryEp.60-Visionary Leaders in Disruptive Education-Sadiq Hussain & Katarina Hanssens CarlssonDo we need to disrupt education? Yes, we do! In this episode, we delve into the world of education disruption with two extraordinary leaders. Sadiq Hussian also known as "Coach Sadiq" is a Business & Mindset Coach for entrepreneurs, speaker, and podcaster with his podcast "Trustworthy Truths" alongside his friend Amin. He speaks at many schools in the UK and mentors students. He is passionate about bringing out the brilliance in all kids. Katarina Hanssens Carlsson is former teacher and now CEO of Destiny International 11 and Founder of Global Leadership Schools. Her goal is to help transform 195 schools (1 school in 1 town...
2023-09-031h 07
The Teacher StoryEp.59-Designing Classrooms That Foster Creativity and Collaboration-Kevin FooteKevin Foote, M.Ed., ALEP is a former Educator and now is an Education Design Specialist for the Southwest U.S. with Kay-Twelve. With a wealth of knowledge in not only public schools but also charter and private ones, he can provide solutions for schools to thrive in today's challenge of engaging students and creating collaborative classrooms. He has also been accredited by ALEP (Accreditation of Learning Environments Planners) which demonstrates his competencies essential to planning, designing and equipping educational spaces. At Kay-Twelve, they donât just furnish classrooms. They improve education outcomes by facilitating collaboration and innovation between st...
2023-08-2759 min
The Teacher StoryEp.58-More Joy in Schools!-Cindi Cohn & Christine JonesDo we need more joy in schools?! Yes, we do! Check out this heartfelt conversation with Cindi Cohn and Christine Jones as we dive into what is missing in schools and how we can build community through celebrations and inspiration. Cindi Cohn worked in the first virtual school as an Academic Coach. She is now the author of "More Joy", Podcast Host, and created the "More Joy" community. Christine Jones is a current Kindergarten Teacher, has various leadership roles in education, and is about to publish two books ("The Balancing Act" and "Creating Harmony in the Classroom") and a...
2023-08-201h 03
The Teacher StoryEp.57-Jackie Scully-Diary Entry 5-End of the School Year/End of Season 2-Thank you to my guests!This episode is part of my Diary Entry series. I like to send out a big thank you to all of my guests in Season 2 in this Diary Entry 5. I share about great collaborations with some of my guests, the end of the school year, my experience at the spiritual retreat in California, my work with starting to write my first book, presenting at the AERO conference June 23rd weekend, and a preview of Season 3. I will be on taking a summer break from airing new episodes until mid-August and kickoff Season 3 on August 20th! I may share a...
2023-06-2512 min
The Teacher StoryEp.56-Matthew Courtney's Story-The Education Data Expert-âI help schools help kids!"I interviewed Matthew Courtney, a Policy Advisor for a state Department of Education. Matthew helps schools help kids! Whether he is supporting his state's schools through the creation of new policy, conducting search and data analysis projects, training on data use at a national conference, or completing a program evaluation for a consulting client, his career is dedicated to helping schools provide the highest quality instruction to their students. Matthew shares so many examples of how looking at data in a unique way can tell you much more than just test scores. Matthew is also a former educator for...
2023-06-1836 min
The Teacher StoryEp.55-Steve Galley's Story-Inspirational Teacher turned Transformational Coach-"Teaching skills translate well to coaching skills!"I interviewed Steve Galley, a former teacher and now a Transformational Coach with TRANSFORMnow Coaching LLC. Steve was a teacher and coach for 32 years and one of his good friends inspired him to get into "high performance" coaching. Drawing on the skills developed over three decades of experience as a teacher and coach, he helps people create high performance habits and experience transformations in life arenas of their choosing! The core mission behind Steve's coaching is to help people to experience joyful, meaningful transformations during their remaining time on earth. His philosophy of coaching centers on these 3 principles: 1) we...
2023-06-111h 00
The Teacher StoryEp.54-Michael Strong's Story- The Founder of The Socratic Experience-an innovative international school that fosters autonomy, passion, and mentorship.I interviewed Michael Strong who is the Founder of The Socratic Experience, which is an online innovative international school. My previous guest from Ep. 35, Raheen Fatima, is a student at TSE and Michael is her mentor. Michael has 28 years creating innovative K-12 programs and schools, based on Montessori, Socratic, and entrepreneurial principles. His book, The Habit of Thought: From Socratic Seminars to Socratic Practice summarizes his approach. All of his schools are based on the cultivation of respectful, civil, authentic intellectual dialogue. The Socratic Experience is a secondary school for parents seeking a warm, motivating, high performance virtual educational...
2023-06-0441 min
The Teacher StoryEp.53-Eleni Theodorou's Story-Bullying Prevention Educator- Noko the Knight Busts Bullying Books/ProgramI interviewed Eleni Theodorou, who is a celebrated Childrenâs Author, Bullying Prevention & Social Emotional Learning Educator and Speaker. Born and raised in South Africa, she currently lives in the United States where she teaches students â online and in person â the Art of Compassion through her multi-sensory, culturally-rich bullying prevention programs called âNoko Busts Bullying!â, with lasting results. Eleni has launched her latest presentation called âNoko The Knightâs Kitchen Delights!â, helping young students navigate their path to health through wholesome, nutritional recipes, and her newest tale! Casting a wide and colorful net, Eleni also includes and inspires teenagers and adults with...
2023-05-2844 min
The Teacher StoryEp.52-Omondi Peter and Kirsty Shakespeare's Story-Teachers Unite-Kenya-UK-USAI interviewed Omondi Peter and Kirsty Shakespeare, who are both making a huge impact with their work in youth football and sustainability. Omondi Peter is the Founder and CEO of Global Youth Forum - Kenya an Organisation whose main aim is to eradicate poverty in Kenya through the power of Sports. Peter together with his team has created Football4Peace Tournaments empowering Youth with employability skill, linking them to job opportunities as well as advocating for the Sustainable Development Goals at the grassroots level. He is spreading many ripples throughout Kenya. Kirsty is an International ESD Manager at Trust...
2023-05-2148 min
The Teacher StoryEp.51-Jacqueline Mallais's Story-The International Teacher ConsultantI interviewed Jacqueline Mallais, a former international teacher and current International Teacher Consultant at JP Mint. Consulting. Jacqueline is originally from Canada and has taught in Korea, Turkey, Oman, China, and Mexico. She has a wide range of experience in many different international schools and is using her expertise to help guide other teachers who are looking to teach abroad. She talks about the many benefits that come with international teaching. Jacqueline was teaching in China at the beginning of the pandemic and made the decision to leave, and with borders closed she was not able to return. She...
2023-05-1448 min
The Teacher StoryEp.50-Alex Rainey-"The Teacher Song"-Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!On this special episode Alex Rainey and I kick off Teacher Appreciation Week with Alex singing "The Teacher Song." Alex is not a teacher, but his wife is a teacher and he cares deeply about the teacher community and education system. He is a member of The Teacher Circle LinkedIn group. He co-wrote "The Teacher Song" with myself, Hope Blecher (Co-Founder of Teacher Circle), and many others from the LinkedIn community. Alex is known for his musical talents, and shares his songs on LinkedIn and his YouTube channel. He co-writes songs in community with family members and LinkedIn members...
2023-05-0713 min
The Teacher StoryEp.49-Dr. Michael LaRoccaâs Story-VMI Assistant Professor Fostering Leadership and Resilience in Young AdultsI interviewed Dr. Michael LaRocca, who is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, Assistant Professor at Virginia Military Institute, and a U.S. Army veteran. Michael shares his path to studying psychology through his time in the US Army. He talks about the power of leadership and resilience in the military and how that led him to teaching psychology and leadership courses. He states "My time in the U.S. Army led me to psychology when seeing the power of support, resilience, and the mind. I wanted to help people with understanding the power of the mind." Michael deeply cares about...
2023-04-3040 min
The Teacher StoryEp.48-Joleen Sheldon's Story-Fostering EQ with Emotional TheaterI interviewed Joleen Sheldon, who is the Founder of Emotional Theater. Joleen lost her husband and in the grips of her grief and depression she wrote, illustrated, and self published two children's books as well as created an interactive website & virtual play using 3D Augmented Reality. Emotional Theater is a story-driven virtual play and EQ video series designed to help people learn and practice empathy. She is creative and cares deeply about fostering EQ in children. She is launching her program in September 2023 but will start to promote the program in May with a. EQ series alongside Calvin Lawrence...
2023-04-2328 min
The Teacher StoryEp.47-Dommartini Salien, Sr.'s Story-A Brilliant Mind Inspiring NYC YouthI interviewed Dommartini (Martini) Salien, Sr., who is a KIPP NYC Educator, Author of A Life Worthy of Death, Creator/Host of Shaken, Not Stirred, Founder & Mentor at Nakuona Mentorship LLC, and Combat Veteran. Nakuona means "I see you" in Swahili. Martini is awe-inspiring and one of the most authentic humans and teachers I have met. He shares his dedication to teaching and how he left teaching just for a bit last year only to realize the corporate world was not for him and his heart is truly in education. He gives so much to his students, and shares...
2023-04-1632 min
The Teacher StoryEp.46-Allison Teicher-Fahrbachâs Story-Soul-Centered Education Reformer-"Keep the foundation, renovate the house.âI interviewed Allison Teicher-Farhbach, who is an English Teacher, ESL Coordinator, Director of Curriculum Development, Author, and Co-Host of The Inner You Podcast. She is a powerhouse educator! I was completely blown away by her story and passion for mentoring kids. Allison went into labor days before the lockdown in March 2020 and then continued to teach virtually with her newborn in her lap throughout the whole spring 2020. She transforms kids' lives. She works with students from various backgrounds and many who come from low income homes with lack of resources and support systems. She also works with migrant children...
2023-04-091h 16
The Teacher StoryEp.45-Jackie Scully-Diary Entry 4-Leading a Student Trip to GermanyIn this episode I share about my experience leading a student trip to Germany from March 23rd-March 31st, 2023. This was my first time leading an international student trip. This was a life changing experience and something that will stay with me my whole life. On this trip we visited the following cities/towns: Berlin, Leipzig, Dresden, Bamberg, Nuremberg, and Munich. Some of the historical sites include: Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag (German parliament), Holocaust Memorial in Berlin, Leipzig walking tour, Dresden walking tour, Museum of Military History in Dresden, Bamberg walking tour, Dachau Concentration Camp & Memorial, Marienplatz in Munich...
2023-04-0222 min
The Teacher StoryEp.44-Jason Wilson's Story-ESL Teacher in Colombia Creates the Circle of Friends ClubI interviewed Jason Wilson, who is an ESL Teacher in Colombia, CEO of Circle of Friends Club, CEO of EDFX Media ,Spiritual Life Coach, and Podcast Producerof three podcasts: Victory Circle, Podcast, La Mezcla Perfecta, and Living On Purpose. He is originally from America and found a wonderful wife and life in Colombia. He shares Colombia is not what you see in the news but it is a vibrant and beautiful country. His work today consists of helping 40+ somethings look like rock stars on social media. He is always engaged with connecting people. His latest project is creating a...
2023-03-2620 min
The Teacher StoryEp.43-Jessica Madenford's Story-The Teacher HealerI interviewed Jessica Madenford who is an Art Teacher and Educator Wellness Coach with her company, The Journey to Here LLC. Jessica is also a Master NLP Practitioner and Reiki Practitioner. She is a passionate teacher and coach who is dedicated to helping to support wellness for teachers. I have personally worked with her and she has a gift! She currently teaches in three different schools as the single Art Teacher commuting many distances, and over the course of her k-12 career has taught at five schools. She has been through it all! She came into her own coaching...
2023-03-1955 min
Educators Going Global16. Elevating Teacher Voices Around the Globe: An Interview with Podcast Host Jackie ScullyText us with topic or guest suggestions!Jackie Scully joined us from New Jersey in the US for this episode. She is an experienced History & Psychology Teacher and is the Creator & Host of The Teacher Story, which features her own story and interviews with teachers from around the world. Jackie is also the Co-founder of The Teacher Circle LinkedIn group, a global community to support teachers and others in education. She wants to elevate the voices of teaches and of others in education and put them at the forefront of education reform. The gu...
2023-03-1738 min
The Teacher StoryEp.42-Dr. Peter Berg's Story-Alternative Education Organizer-"Let the child guide you."I interviewed Dr. Peter Berg who is a Speaker, Author, Adjunct Faculty Ed.D at SNHU, School Leader, Teen Mental Health Coach, and Alternative Education Organizer and Assistant Director of AERO (Alternative Education Resources Organization). Dr. Berg works with teens and young adults as a mental health counselor, is an educational leader, and works with educational innovation and the transformation of education. He works with learners and families to find the right educational fit. He is an author of the best-selling book The Tao of Teenagers: A Guide to Teen Health, Happiness & Empowerment. His research focuses on holistic education...
2023-03-121h 00
The Teacher StoryEp.41-Dr. Colleen Kelley's Story-"4th graders can learn and love chemistry! Making chemistry digestible and accessible to all is equitable education."I interviewed Dr. Colleen Kelley who is a Chemistry Instructor and Creator/Founder of Kids' Chemical Solutions. Her program consists of a series of comic books where characters represent different chemicals. Colleen is in her research phase and working with 4th graders to see how they take to this new way of learning chemistry. She says "When the class is over they do not want to stop!" The kids are loving chemistry and feel great success in their understanding of what is commonly known as one of the most difficult subjects. Kids' brains are ripe for learning this content...
2023-03-0529 min
The Teacher StoryEp.40-Elizabeth Peterson's Story-The Inspired Teacher Inspiring Others with her SEAL (Social Emotional Art Learning) Program.I interviewed Elizabeth Peterson who is an Art Educator and Founder of The Inspired Classroom which features her Arts Integration and SEAL (Social Emotional Art Learning) program. She is a Creative Social Emotional Learning Expert and Arts Integration Specialist with degrees in Education, Music, Arts, Leadership and Learning. She is in her 24th year of teaching and 16th year hosting workshops, retreats, and online courses in Arts Integration and Social Emotional Learning. She offers free resources and opportunities for PD for individual teachers and schools. Elizabeth says "You need to get inspired to be inspiring." There is so much...
2023-02-2647 min
The Teacher StoryEp.39-Brantley Turner's Story-"Director of East Asian Education with a mission to foster authentic globalized education."I interviewed Brantley Turner, who is a Director of East Asian Education, Co-founder and Board Member of Shanghai Qibao Dwight High School in China, and an Educator. Drawing on 25 years of China-based work and 10 years as the founding principal of the only Sino-U.S. independent, cooperatively run high school approved by the Ministry of Education in China, Brantley is consistently ahead of conversations that others are having about globalized education for the 21st Century. Driven by a belief in the power of disruption, Qibao Dwight is a living laboratory. Brantley says "How come we can't put the shoe on...
2023-02-1940 min
The Teacher StoryEp.38-Calvin Lawrence's Story-"The Ultimate Mentor and Bright Light in Education"I interviewed Calvin Lawrence, who is a former K-12 Educator, Administrator, and now a Motivational Speaker and Educational Consultant. He is also the Founder & Consultant for Calvinlawrencespeaks LLC. He currently speaks at many universities including his alma mater, James Madison University. Calvin shares many intimate stories in this episode that include inspirational people in his life who made him who he is today. One of the many quotes that stood out to me in this conversation include "We have to be careful not to lose this time period...this is a time for a reset." We talk about everything...
2023-02-1255 min
The Teacher StoryEp.37-Matt Gilhooly's Story-"Podcaster/Educator speaks about living a life of passion and not just a checklist life."I interviewed Matt Gilhooly who is a Podcaster and Educator. Matt is a Podcast Producer/Host/Editor of The Life Shift podcast and Associate Course Director in higher education. Matt teaches PBL (project based learning) in his finance classes where students create real-world projects that bring their understanding of the subject matter to life. He talks about the long term impact of No Child Left Behind, and how students should be okay with failure. Matt shares âUnderstanding failures are not failures, but they are learning opportunities.â He is authentic, speaks the truth, cares about education reform, and wants to see...
2023-02-0543 min
The Teacher StoryEp.36-Lorraine Connell's Story-Edupreneur Elevating Student VoiceI interviewed Lorraine Connell who is a former Chemistry Educator and now is a Leadership Coach with her business Peers-not-fears. She is also the Creator/Host of Education Unimagined podcast where she interviews students about their ideas for education. She is the ultimate champion for students sharing their voice. Lorraine left teaching because she knew she had more to do to empower kids. She is working to build leadership in our youth through peer mentoring. A quote that stood out to me that was said by one of her students was "You know, Ms. Connell, we have always been...
2023-01-2948 min
The Teacher StoryEp.35-Raheen Fatima's Story-âGen Z Activist taking education into her own hands.âI interviewed Raheen Fatima, who is an Entrepreneur, Gen Z Peace & Climate Activist, Podcaster, Speaker, Educator, and SDGs Ambassador. Raheen decided traditional school was not working for her. She left her school, did some research, connected with many experts on LinkedIn, and found the perfect school for her. She was also awarded a scholarship. The Socratic Experience is an online innovative school in the United States. TSE has transformed Raheen as a student and person. In her time at TSE, she has become a Tedx speaker and created innovative real-world application based projects. Raheen is 15 years old. This is...
2023-01-2237 min
The Teacher StoryEp.34-Rachel & Rebecca's Story-âTeacher Patsy inspires her students to become teachers.âI interviewed Rachel and Rebecca, who are both former refugees and former students of Patsy Koay (a good friend and guest who was on both Ep.11 and Ep.30 in Season 1). Rachel and Rebecca are originally from Myanmar and came to Malaysia for refuge. Patsy was their teacher and inspiration for both of them to go into education. Rachel is a Pre-K Art Teacher and Rebecca is a Teacher at the Early Childhood Creative Writing Center in Texas. They talk about resilience, passion for helping others, and how they have stayed connected with Patsy over the years. This is a...
2023-01-1534 min
The Teacher StoryEp.33-Lauren's Story-âMy former student became a teacher at the height of the pandemic.âI interviewed my former student, Lauren DePiero, who is now a middle school and high school English Teacher. She is also an Assistant Varsity Swim Coach at her school. She was an exemplary student and now is a passionate and courageous educator. Lauren started her teaching career at the height of the pandemic. She was thrown into a hybrid teaching model while she was a student teacher, and started her first contract position in that same mode. She speaks highly about being an educator while also realizing what we can fix in education. She is the type of educator...
2023-01-0848 min
The Teacher StoryS2-Ep.32-Jackie Scully-Diary Entry #3-"A New Year..A New Season!"I kick off Season 2 with the first episode continuing the Diary Entry Series with Diary Entry #3. I talk about the holiday season, reflect on 2022, looking ahead to 2023, and preview the theme of the ripple effect in this season. My first interview of this new season will be on Sunday, January 8th featuring a former student of mine who is now a teacher. I am so excited to start Season 2 with all of you. Enjoy!
2023-01-0109 min
The Life Shift | Conversations About Life Before and AfterFrom Public to Private: This Teacher's Story of Finding Fulfillment | Jackie Scully
Jackie Scully reflects on her decision to leave her teaching job in Hawaii during the recession to return to Pennsylvania, only to find the job market for teachers just as difficult."I was kicking myself. I was like, what did I do? This is not the life I want to live.âJackie is a former public school teacher who now teaches at a private school. She has experience teaching in the public school system in Hawaii and Pennsylvania.In this episode, you will learn the following:-The frustrations Ja...
2022-12-0659 min
The Teacher StoryEp.31-Jackie Scully-Diary Entry Series 2-"Fall Season at School + Thank you to my guests"This is my last episode of Season 1. In this episode I share my experience at school during a busy fall as well as thank my 28 guests that were part of this season. I am taking a much needed holiday break between November 28th-December 31st. I want to rest and restore in December to get ready to kick off 2023.Season 2 starts January 1st, 2023! I often talk about the ripple effect in my posts, and that will be a major theme in the next season. I cannot wait to share these stories with all of you. I wish for...
2022-11-2717 min
The Teacher StoryEp.30-Gloria Chuang's Story + Patsy Koay-"The Concert Pianist/Educator-mentor and mentee share their connection and love of music education.âGloria Chuang is a Concert Pianist, Educator, and Founder of Contemporary Keyboard Music of Madison. She teaches in her own studio and creates concert opportunities for young aspiring musicians in a creative format. Gloria inspires these young people to love music and love to create the excitement of performance and preparations with intensity. She is also a violinist and has a standing quartet for the last 10 years. She performs in concerts to educate, enrich and enlighten her audience. Gloria was Patsy's music professor, and in this episode they sit down to share their intimate connection and love for music...
2022-11-2042 min
The Teacher StoryEp.29-Audrey & David's Story-"International Teachers on a mission to promote educators going global!"Audrey Forgeron and David Carpenter are experienced international teachers who have taught all over the world. The countries where they have taught include Jamaica, Senegal, Ethiopia, Morocco, Italy, Vietnam, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Saudi Arabia. Audrey is currently in Jamaica working on her coaching business and David is in Virginia working as an Instructional Coach for Wellness. They are about to launch their "Educators Going Global" podcast in December 2022! They want to promote international teaching to any educators looking for a new and different experience in this profession. They explain in detail the many benefits as well as...
2022-11-1348 min
The Teacher StoryEp.28-Kenny's Story-"The Green School Bali Nature EducatorâKenny Peavy is teaching in a holistic and authentic way at the Green School in Bali. There are four Green Schools around the world; other locations are in South Africa, New Zealand, and Tulum. Kenny started out in the science field and found his way to education through exploring nature. He found a passion for bringing the classroom outside. He was a Science Teacher in Kuala Lumpur, an Educational Consultant for Earth Matters Education, and Head of Curriculum for Ecofieldtrips. More than ever our focus should be taking care of the Earth. Fostering environmental stewardship with this generation by...
2022-11-0629 min
The Teacher StoryEp.27-Joelâs Story-Part 2-"Music teacher growing his RockstarX company to help bring neurodiverse and neurotypical people together."Joel Felsenstein is a music teacher and the Founder/CEO of RockstarX who is on the autism spectrum. This is a part 2 episode. I had Joel on in episode 7 where he shares his whole story. He has a goal to open up his own music school, and use music and the space to have conversations about autism. In this Part 2 Joel shares the development of his company and new ideas for how it can grow. His ultimate goal is to bring neurodiverse and neurotypical people together by connecting individuals through music. Music and Joel's message is powerful! He is...
2022-10-3023 min
The Teacher StoryEp.26-John's Story-"Director of Curriculum in Saudi Arabia to Educational Consultant in NYC helping to treat the causes and not just the symptoms in schools."John Schembari has spent his whole career in education in various roles around the world. He is a former Educator/Director of Curriculum at an American School in Saudi Arabia, and currently is an Educational Consultant in the NYC/NJ area. He works with the Center of Education of Innovation in NYC. John's role now is to assess the climate in schools and help to support teachers in leadership roles. He wants to merge the art and science of leadership. John says "We need to treat the causes and not just the symptoms in schools." He is a brilliant...
2022-10-2353 min
The Teacher StoryEp.25-Marieâs Story-"Reading Interventionist and Mentorship Entrepreneur talks about the human connection in the classroom.âMarie Sumnicht is an Educator, Author, Reading Interventionist, and Mentorship Entrepreneur. She shares about the tragic loss of her daughter that left her numb for some time until her fourth grade class made her laugh for the first time in a year and half. She talks about how kids can bring out your humanness and make you feel alive again. She is incredibly vulnerable in this interview. Marie shows so much appreciation and love for her profession and her students. This time in her life then led to connecting with her son, who was starting a mentorship entrepreneur enterprise...
2022-10-1650 min
The Teacher StoryEp.24-Vinnyâs Story-âDetective, Chair School Governor, and Student Coach helping kids build confidence.âVinny is a jack of all trades and quite impressive with the work he is doing in schools and one-on-one with kids. He is a Detective, Chair School Governor at a primary school, and a Student Coach in the UK. He started his own coaching business called "Kardia Coaching and Mentoring" where he works with students in primary and secondary schools to help build confidence and resilience. He cares deeply about students being able to take charge of their life and be the next leaders in their community. Enjoy!Part 1-Inspiration (00:57-5:35)Part 2-Early coaching...
2022-10-0953 min
The Teacher StoryEp.23-Jackie Scully-Diary Entry Series 1-"The Beginning of a Post-Covid Protocol School YearâI am a History/Psychology Teacher, Creator/Host of The Teacher Story Podcast, and the Co-founder of The Teacher Circle LinkedIN group, which is a global community to support teachers and others in education. I have taught for 17 years in various educational settings including teaching in China. I am starting a 6 part Diary Entry series as part of this podcast. The episodes will be featured on 10/2 (beginning of the school year), 11/27 (end of season 1-reflection of the school year and season 1 episodes), 1/1/2023 (start of season 2-New Year's Day special), 4/9 (post-Intensive Learning trip to Germany), 5/7 (1 year anniversary of the podcast...
2022-10-0235 min
The Teacher StoryEp.22-Judith's Story-"The Next-Level Gen Z Educator from Kenya"I interviewed Judith Musa, a Teacher from Kenya, S.C.D. Ambassador-Africa, Social & Environmental Activist, ICCP Cohort 6 Lead Mentor, DAAD Scholar, Geo-Risk Joint Master Student at UN University & University of Bonn, Germany. Loves students and teacher trainees, and a member of The Teacher Circle. She is a young force in education. Judith grew up in a rural area of Kenya taking care of many siblings and excelling in school as a leader. She was elevated into leadership roles when she was a teenager because of her tenacity and ability to connect with kids. Her goal now is to write...
2022-09-2551 min
The Teacher StoryEp.21-Kaseyâs Story-âTeacher turned Womenâs Life Coach & Mentor promoting teacher wellness.âI interviewed Kasey Tench, who is a former Educator and now is a Womenâs Life Coach & Mentor with her business âRooting For You Life Coachingâ. She works with teachers and helps them with burnout. She is passionate about mental health, womenâs health, and self-advocacy. She spent the last 10 years working in public education as a high school teacher, teaching an array of courses. From 2015 to 2022, she was diagnosed with 9 different chronic illnesses. Through her healing journey and experiences in public education, she realized there was a need for more support services within and outside of the community. She talk...
2022-09-1845 min
The Teacher StoryEp.20-Dr.Mukherjeeâs Story-âThe Mind Mapping Professor helping people think in a new wayâI interviewed Dr. Subra Mukherjee who is a Professor in India, Bestselling Author, Founder of âMap Your Mindâ, Mind Mapping Trainer, Tedx Speaker, one of Indiaâs leading Mind Mapping experts as well as a member of The Teacher Circle LinkedIN group. Her book âThe Invisible Yokeâ recently was nominated as the best Life & Relationship Author 2021 by India Authorâs Award. Dr. Subraâs mission is to help people achieve âCOCPâ-Clarity, Organization, Creativity, and Productivity with mind mapping and radiant thinking. She is a brilliant mind and humble servant leader. The conversation we have had left me inspired and in awe of the...
2022-09-1141 min
The Teacher StoryEp.19-Lauren's Story-"The Teacher Activist Advocates for HerselfâI interviewed Lauren Lumm, a former teacher who worked in the NYC school district, worked as a teacher in Maine, and is now working for Outschool. She is an activist who cares about social justice in education, and making sure that all voices and perspectives are represented in the curriculum. She went to Washington D.C. for a âSave Our Schoolsâ and âOccupy the DOEâ protest with letters from her students about how they felt about test prep. Lauren went from teaching in a very progressive school in Brooklyn, and then moved to Maine and had a completely different experien...
2022-09-0444 min
The Teacher StoryEp.18-Dr. J. Rodriguezâs Story-âThe Communications Professor speaks about tragedy and triumph of the pandemicâI interviewed Dr. J. Rodriguez, Ph.D., who is a Communications Professor at California State University in Long Beach. He is a master educator and recognized expert in message development for ethical team building, diverse leadership presence, and inclusive audience engagement. He has been coaching on the art and science of communication for 20+ years. He was featured on a Tedx Talk called âThe Power of Solidarity in the Moments of Life.â The time when he was an instructional aide in an elementary classroom was the moment he learned that he had a love for teaching. Dr.J shares his stor...
2022-08-2844 min
The Teacher StoryThe Teacher Story Trailer I introduce the premise of The Teacher Story podcast. My mission is to elevate teacher voices and have them share ideas for education reform.
2022-08-2303 min
The Teacher StoryEp.17-Ryanâs Story-âBillboard Top 10 Recording Artist, Music Therapist, and Kids Meditation Teacher helping children through the power of music and mindfulness."Ryan Judd is a Billboard Top Ten Recording Artist, Music Therapist, and Kids Meditation Teacher where he has worked with children with diverse abilities for years. Ryan has a genuine passion to help kids and transform education by infusing mindfulness techniques into the classroom. He shared many ways that teachers can use these strategies, and emphasized that it not only benefits the students but the teachers as well! This was a beautiful conversation about helping children through the power of music and mindfulness. This is exactly what we need right now for our children and for our teachers! I...
2022-08-2141 min
Victory Circle PodcastJackie Scully- Teacher and Podcast HostEpisode 12 of Victory Circle Podcast is with Jackie Scully, Teacher and Podcast Host. Jackie told her story about how she became a teacher's advocate out of her love for her profession, helping children become outstanding members of society and her experience of conducting virtual and live classes simultaneously.
2022-08-2022 min
The Teacher StoryEp.16-Hannah's Story-"First year teacher goes to Dubai ready to shake up primary education!"Hannah Phillips is a first year primary school educator who teaches kindergarten in Dubai. She is originally from the UK and was awarded the British Empire Medal for her services to charity. She also is a teacher that focuses on the importance of play, community, and mental health. Hannah has so much energy, compassion, and joy. She recognizes the challenges, but also the rewarding attributes of teaching. She sees how innovative teachers can shake up the system from the inside. One quote that stood out to me: "Let's have children be the protagonists of their lives." Hannah is an...
2022-08-1451 min
The Teacher StoryEp.15-Hope's Story-"The Educator/Administrator" + Introduction to Roundtable series: The Teacher Circle with Jackie, Hope & SallyThis episode has a slight twist as it starts with my traditional interview with Hope Blecher, Ed.D., but in part 4 (last 15 minutes) I introduce a new Roundtable series with Hope, Sally Palmer, and myself about The Teacher Circle-a new LinkedIN group. I interviewed Hope Blecher, who is a co-founder of The Teacher Circle along with myself and Sally Palmer. She has worn many hats in education as an Educator, Supervisor, Administrator, ELL Specialist, and Educational Consultant. Hope shares her story of how she came into teaching, and how it stole her heart. She tells stories about community building...
2022-08-0746 min
The Teacher StoryEp.14-Jackieâs Story-"The Culturally Responsive Educator turned DEI Consultant with a mission to promote educational humility"I interviewed Jackie Turnwald, a former award-winning educator, Humancentric Certified DEI Consultant, speaker, political organizer + activist, focused on LGBTQIA+ equity and inclusion and anti-racism. Jackie shares their intimate story of what brought them into education, teaching in South Korea, building a culturally responsive curriculum, and transitioning out of the classroom to become a DEI Consultant. Jackie's mission is to disrupt the status quo and create real DEI in the workplace and in schools. We discuss trauma amongst teachers and students, teaching students with appropriate curriculum, the difference between CRT-Critical Race Theory and CRT-Culturally Responsive Teaching, and the dire situation...
2022-07-3137 min
The Teacher StoryEp.13-Laurie's Story-âTeachers and Parents Working Together-Understanding Perspective is Important"I interviewed Laurie Sjostrom, a former VIP Kid teacher (Chinese educational platform), and a current Anxiety Management Coach for parents. Laurie shares her intimate story of struggling with her own illness at the same time her daughter was diagnosed with severe scoliosis, and how this led her to become a VIP Kid teacher and starting her own business. The focus of this episode has a slight twist with an emphasis on the importance of the parent-teacher relationship, which is a topic that is very important to me. Laurie even asks me to share my own perspective as a teacher...
2022-07-2437 min
The Teacher StoryEp.12-Rachel's Story-"Edupreneur-The Private Practice Teacher"I interviewed Rachel Cicioni M.Ed, who is a certified French teacher who has taught in a k-12 classroom, and now is running her own business called "My French U + The Private Practice Teacher." Rachel came into teaching as a second career, and with the struggles of how her school handled the pandemic and lack of support she made the difficult decision to transition out of the classroom and start her own business. She is the ultimate teacher advocate, and wants to see teachers treated and paid as talented professionals. She is flipping education on its head and sees...
2022-07-1756 min
The Teacher StoryEp.11-Patsy's Story-"The Humanitarian Educator"I interviewed Patsy Koay, who is a certified early education teacher, MTNA piano teacher, resilience counselor, and humanitarian spirituality light worker. She has taught in America, UK, and now in Malaysia. She currently teaches and counsels refugee children. She was recognized by the U.S. Embassy with a Certification of Appreciation for "Trainer in Workshops-Resilient Children and Competent Teachers: A Refugee Community Partnership." She not only is an educator, but she has a gift of connecting people and inspiring them to give back to their communities. Her whole message is about "pay it forward." I feel blessed to have...
2022-07-1037 min
The Teacher StoryEp.10-Jess's Story-âWe need to step back, reflect, and go in a new direction in education.â I interviewed Jess Gosling MCCT, who is an international teacher, currently teaching in Taiwan and about to move to Poland with her family this summer. Jess is originally from England and shares a unique perspective in the teaching world. She has also taught in England, Japan, Egypt, and Vietnam. She shares her experience about teaching during the Egypt Revolution of 2011. While in Taiwan she started and continues to lead the #WomenEd chapter. She is also an author and her book "Becoming a Successful International Teacher." is linked below along with other contact information. Jess has accomplished so much globally...
2022-07-0341 min
The Teacher StoryEp.9-Emily's Story- âCura Personalis-care for the whole person" I interviewed Emily Long, M.Ed., who works in higher education and is passionate about the Learning and Development field. She shares wonderful reflections in this interview as she does frequently on LinkedIN. Emily shared many great ideas and this one quote stood out to me, "school needs to be looked at as an ecosystem and not a egosytem." We talked a lot about school sustainability, mental health, pandemic impact on teen->young adult transition, and holistic education. Emily's information along with her website and Strengthsfinder is linked below in the show notes. Emily is a bright light in...
2022-06-2646 min
The Teacher StoryEp.8-Dr. Angela Young's Story-"Accessibility and great leadership elevates all voices in an organization."I interviewed Dr. Angela Young, a former teacher and leader in DEI/Accessibility. She shares about the importance of starting with accessibility first when working with DEI. Dr. Young brings expertise, passion, and dedication to this work and wants to see all organizations thrive in taking care of their people. Great leadership is about observing talent and putting those people into decision-making roles. Dr. Young's information, my information, and Siteimprove (referenced in the interview) are all linked below in the show notes. She is an inspirational human being who is going to make great change in this world. Enjoy!
2022-06-1944 min
The Teacher StoryEp.7-Joel's Story-âWe need to move from autism awareness to autism acceptance."I interviewed Joel Felsenstein, a music teacher and the founder/CEO of RockstarX who is on the autism spectrum. Joel shares his intimate story of his time in school with being on the spectrum. He also shares his mission and work of his company he started called RockstarX. He has a goal to open up his own music school, and use music and the space to have conversations about autism. His information is down below in the show notes if you want to connect with Joel. He is an amazing human being, and it was such an honor to...
2022-06-1231 min
The Teacher StoryEp.6-Sally's Story-âThe Nature Brain-how play and exploration help our cognitive skills along with mental healthâ I interviewed Sally Palmer, an early education teacher and one of my new teacher connections on LinkedIN. I had such a great time talking with Sally about nature/experiential learning, early childhood, and teaching during the pandemic. She is an absolute rock star; one of the most dedicated educators I have had the pleasure to meet! There are many great takeaways in the whole interview but her stories of teaching in the pandemic and her ideas for the future of education are so insightful. So much passion in this interview. Enjoy!Part 1-Inspiration (00:57-9:55)Part 2...
2022-06-0545 min
The Teacher StoryEp.5-Karl's Story-"Hoâoponopono-make things right.âI interviewed a fellow AP Psychology teacher who I met through a teacher group on facebook years ago. Karl shares about his background growing up on the Big Island-Hawaii in a sugar plantation community and how difficult it was for him to navigate the college process since there was this expectation to work on the plantation. He shares many wonderful ideas about diversity, bringing people together, work/life balance for both teachers and students, and how we need to do more to better our overall mental health. He ends the interview with a beautiful Hawaiian saying "ho'oponopono-to make things...
2022-05-2241 min
The Teacher StoryEp.4-Susan's Story-âWhat has kept us sane is each other.â I interviewed a former colleague and good friend from Hawaii. It was a great reunion, and we shared many powerful stories and laughs. We focus on cultural differences, socioeconomic disparities, the dire need to properly fund education, and how teachers can influence change in society. There are many great ideas in the last 18 minutes. So much aloha in this episode! Enjoy!Part 1-Inspiration (00:57-6:10)Part 2-Teaching experiences (6:11-15:39)Part 3-Pandemic (15:40-24:29)Part 4-Ideas for education (24:30-42:14)
2022-05-1543 min
The Teacher StoryEp.3-Meg's Story-âWe should promote experiential learning, and get the students out of classroom and into their communities.âI interviewed a former colleague about her early years in teaching, her work with social justice and environmental stewardship in and out of the classroom, teaching in the pandemic, and her many ideas for improving education in America. The last 16 minutes are pretty powerful with all the ideas that are shared for education reform. Enjoy!Part I-Inspiration (00:57-4:55)Part 2-Teaching experiences (4:56-11:33)Part 3-Pandemic (11:34-18:22)Part 4-Ideas for education (18:23-34:30)
2022-05-0836 min
The Teacher StoryEp. 2-Kelly's Story-âIt would be a fool to say investing in children is not investing in the future of our country.âI interviewed one of my good friends about her first teaching experience, teaching in the pandemic, and her takeaways from this time period. It was an absolute joy to interview a dear friend and learn about her journey. She adds wonderful insights about the state of education and teacher appreciation at the end. Enjoy!Part 1 Inspiration (00:57-4:27)Part 2 Teaching experiences (4:28-12:37)Part 3 Pandemic (12:38-18:00)Part 4 Ideas for education (18:01-28:41)
2022-05-0428 min