Social-emotional learning (SEL) shares some similarities with terms such as emotional intelligence, resilience, well-being and self-care. However, the specific components of SEL for adults in school settings are unique.

Educator SEL is:

• The competencies that adults need in order to manage stress and create a safe and supportive classroom environment

• The skills and mindsets that adults need to effectively embody, teach, model and coach SEL for students

• The overall well-being and emotional state of adults in school settings

"These aren't kid skills. These are human skills."

Educators who practice social-emotional skills are able to more effectively model healthy strategies for their students, including how to navigate stress and frustration. Teachers who are able to model healthy social-emotional skills contribute to a safe and prosocial learning environment.