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If you are interested in learning more about the role of Emotional Intelligence in teaching, you may independently explore the following resources.
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This podcast, "What Every Teacher Needs to Hear!" features Dr. Brad Johnson explaining the importance of teachers using assertive communication to set boundaries and protect their self-care. He also provides relevant tips for asking administration for support.
This resource will support you in understanding how feelings of frustration can show up in the teaching profession. After clicking on the link, first read the introductory information, and then download the anger management guide.
Click here to access the resource: "Anger Management for Staff in Schools"
This article explains that feeling anxious as a teacher is common, especially for those who are new to the profession. The information shares practical ways to recognize anxiety, tips for practicing self-care, and how to seek support to build confidence and a positive classroom environment.
This article explains how self-esteem is shaped by the ways we think and talk about ourselves. It encourages readers to pause and recognize when negative self-talk is occurring, and replace it with encouraging perspectives. Building self-esteem takes practice, and the article provides effective strategies that can support teachers in creating greater confidence inside and outside of the classroom.
This infographic, "I'm So Stressed Out!" from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), provides a clear comparison of stress and anxiety, highlighting their unique characteristics as well as the symptoms they share. Reviewing this resource will help you better understand the differences between everyday stress and anxiety while increasing your awareness of common emotional and physical responses. Use the infographic to reflect on your own experiences and identify when additional stress-management strategies or support may be beneficial.
CASEL's website offers many valuable resources for teachers at all levels, including:
Cultivating social and emotional learning for adults
The CASEL guide to schoolwide social and emotional learning
Additional research-based resources are available on Edutopia's SEL page.
The CASEL framework
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