Show Notes for Episode 3: Burnout Prevention Tips for Teachers Episode Overview & Promise This episode is all about beating teacher burnout! Teaching is a hugely rewarding career, but it’s also demanding. Join me as I share five actionable strategies to set boundaries, prioritise self-care, and stay energised in your teaching career. Stick around to hear some personal resources and tips that have made a real difference in my life and can help you too. Resources Mentioned: Grind Coffee Subscription: £10 off your first order with code: KATIE-PW2474MGreen Chef: Free box with my referral link Headspace for Educators: Explore free/discounted teacher membershipsGoogle Keep: Great for quick “brain dumps” and managing tasksRegister for the FREE CPD sessions here: https://missestruchbiology.mykajabi.com/free-cpd-lessons Connect with Miss Estruch: Email: missestruch@gmail.comInstagram: @miss.estruch.teach.and.tell Episode Highlights: 5 Tips to Prevent Teacher Burnout Listen to the full episode for tips and insights to help keep your spark alive in the classroom. Key Takeaways 1. Set Boundaries: Protect Your Work Hours Why It Works: Setting firm start and finish times prevents work from encroaching on your personal life.How to Do It: Log off when your workday is done, even if it’s tempting to keep going. Remember, taking time for yourself ultimately benefits your students, too. 2. Plan Time for Yourself: Self-Care Isn’t Selfish Why It Works: Self-care refuels you, making you a more effective teacher.How to Do It: Dedicate evenings or weekends to activities that recharge you, like reading or using meal box services such as Green Chef to ease daily stress. 3. Build a Support Network: Connect with Other Teachers Why It Works: Sharing challenges and wins with peers makes teaching feel less isolating.How to Do It: Find or create spaces where you can connect with colleagues, vent, and find encouragement. Platforms like Teach & Tell exist for this purpose—so feel free to join us! 4. Use Productivity Tools: Stay Organised and Reduce Stress Why It Works: Tools like Trello help manage tasks visually, reducing mental clutter.How to Do It: Set up boards to organise lesson plans, to-do lists, and ongoing projects. A few minutes spent setting up can save hours in the long run. 5. Practice Reflection: Focus on What Went Well Why It Works: Weekly reflection maintains a positive outlook by highlighting your accomplishments.How to Do It: Spend a few minutes each week writing down what went well. Reflecting on even the smallest victories helps combat burnout by focusing on the positives. Quick Win of the Week Create a “positive folder” on your desktop or in a physical file. Keep any emails, notes, or reminders of appreciation from students and colleagues. Looking through these on tough days can be a powerful reminder of the positive impact you’re making. Resource Roundup Headspace for Educators: Check out their mental health resources, often free or discounted for teachers. Includes guided meditations tailored for burnout prevention.Google Keep: A great app for managing tasks, ideas, and daily notes—helping you stay organised and avoid overwhelm. Both resources are linked in the show notes! Thank you for tuning in to Miss Estruch Teach & Tell!If you found today’s episode helpful, subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts to help reach more teachers. Connect with me on Instagram @MissEstruchTeachAndTell for more behind-the-scenes content and free CPD tips. See you next week—bring your coffee, and I’ll bring the Teach & Tell!
