Teacher Tales

Teacher stories… from their hearts… to our hearts… on a journey to celebrate the true spirit of teaching. In each episode, we will get curious, explore, discover and learn more through each story what is ...more

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January 01, 2022 00:47:49
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Teacher Tales #33 – The teacher’s journey and remembering the “who”, “how” and “why” in teaching: Ethan enlightens us all on the call to teach, the bigger picture view and finding our humanity through teaching – true inspiration for all who te

In this very special episode, which I have saved for the magic number three (in double digits!) as well as for the beginning of...

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December 18, 2021 00:35:59
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Teacher Tales #32 – Honesty, authenticity, diversity and happiness in teaching: Linda, Puerto Rican teacher, leader, “equity champion” and advocate for student happiness

In this episode, Linda, a teacher from Puerto Rico, shares her wholehearted journey to become the most honest, authentic and supportive teacher she can...

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November 27, 2021 00:41:17
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Teacher Tales #31 – Staying in the teaching “game”, demystifying and diversifying curriculum to create inclusivity and relatability – Tracy: French teacher, “griot” and role model with great advice for new teachers

In this episode, Tracy shares his story and journey as a Black man from the projects of Atlanta who is the Kentucky World Language...

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October 30, 2021 00:59:51
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Teacher Tales #30 – Many faces, many masks – immigrants in our schools: Bonnie, Chinese teacher, immigrant and co-founder of Courageous Dialogues with Chinese Educators

In this episode, Bonnie, a teacher who immigrated from China, helps us gain valuable insight and heart connections to the culture shock and linguistic...

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October 09, 2021 00:49:18
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Teacher Tales #29 – Empowering students to be seen, heard and valued: Brandon, Special Education teacher, Education Influencer, “larger than life” club sponsor to many students who feel disempowered

In this episode, we hear the powerful story of Brandon, a Special Education teacher, who says his purpose as a teacher is to help...

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September 18, 2021 00:47:11
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Teacher Tales #28 – The student voice and identity: Jessica, teacher advocate for social justice, language access and the rights of refugees and immigrants in schools and master “helper”

In this episode, we have a super powerful and insightful conversation with Jessica, a former college professor now teaching in a high school in...

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