1st Edition
How to be a Happy Teacher A Practical Guide to Self-Care and Wellbeing in the Classroom and Beyond
Are you a stressed teacher? Do you feel over-stretched by the responsibilities of the role? Are you suffering from poor work-life balance?
How to Be a Happy Teacher acts as a lifeline for teachers navigating burnout, guiding them towards a happier and more sustainable experience of teaching. Written in an accessible style by Rachel Boucher, an experienced primary school teacher, her guide offers insights and actionable self-care strategies to improve teacher happiness within our schools.
The book is divided into two distinct sections: Part 1 unpacks crucial aspects of the teaching role, including, but not limited to, acceptance, purpose, prioritization, self-care and Ofsted. Part 2 shifts the focus to real life examples and exercises, providing teachers with the tools to address the challenges identified within Part 1.
Whether you're a seasoned educator, or just beginning your career, this empowering guide provides the insights, camaraderie, and inspiration you need to succeed within this challenging yet rewarding career.
Part I: Teacher Life Lessons; Lesson 1 - Acceptance; Lesson 2 - Finding a purpose; Lesson 3 - Prioritise; Lesson 4 - Self-care; Lesson 5 - Managing your inner mood hoover; Lesson 6 - Take a step back (gaining perspective); Lesson 7 - Work smarter, not harder; Lesson 8 - Don’t even think about Ofsted; Lesson 9 - What about supply teaching?; Lesson 10 - The silent expectations; Part II: Examples and Exercises; Exercise A - Wellbeing in the Workplace; Exercise B - Fight the power!; Example 1 - So much for loyalty; Example 2 - School values; Example 3 - The school bully; Exercise C - Rate your workplace; Exercise D - Problem-solving; Example 4 - The teacher’s pet
Biography
Rachel Boucher is a primary school teacher with over ten years of experience working within the field. She has acted as a lead in Mental Health and Wellbeing, PSHE, Music and English as an additional language within various primary schools and has delivered training to colleagues on these topics.
