22. Burnout, Exploitation & the Impossible Job of a Teacher

In an educational system that constantly asks teachers to give more than they receive, it’s no wonder that so many are experiencing teacher burnout. Teachers are asked to accomplish so much with limited support and resources. 

But worse of all, they’re conditioned to think all they endure is their fault and to just accept the circumstances they’re given for the benefit of the kids. Unfortunately, all of this leads to teacher burnout and the decision to leave the classroom.

When teachers start to feel this way, it affects themselves, their health, their relationships, and so much more. Teachers got into education to help and serve others, but at what cost do they continue to feel inadequate? 

To help combat these negative thoughts, I share positive mindset shifts to make and ways to move forward from teacher burnout. In order to create change, start by empowering teachers and facilitate an environment that values teacher voice to provoke positive change in education!

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