Making the Grade Podcast
Making the Grade is an education podcast for current & former teachers to share notes, define success & assess their own happiness in the classroom and beyond. Throughout history in the US, teaching has been an essential profession that supports the next generation. However, as the world continues to evolve, the education system seems to be years behind in many ways.
“Making the Grade” explores the metrics of success in the modern-day classroom with current and former educators. We dive into the challenging circumstances teachers face, & the unrealistic standards that many feel they need to live up to in order to thrive.
Schools are now seeing alarming shortages where jobs used to be highly competitive. Why are teachers leaving the field at an unprecedented rate? How has our view of teachers changed over time? What do educators in the field want us to know about their hopes, hardships & dreams?
The problems in education may seem endless, but so are the possibilities. Listen, laugh, and leave our episodes empowered to define your own success as an educator & an individual. Be sure to leave us a review & subscribe if you like what you hear!
Making the Grade Podcast
Starting Before You’re Ready: a Conversation with Business & Life Coach, Sandy
S2 EP 021 | Starting Before You’re Ready: a Conversation with Sandy
Making the Grade podcast is back for Season 2 with the 1st episode of 2024 coming at you from sunny San Diego with the lovely Sandy Patterson! After 14 years as an elementary school teacher, Sandy realized that she was in need of some guidance and sought out a life coach. And little did she know how the student would become the teacher.
Sandy evaluated her current situation & realized that her values had shifted - so she became a life & business coach herself! She specializes in working with teachers to build businesses and financial freedom. She specializes in mindset work, business strategy, & taking messy action.
From Taylor Swift to a butterfly release gone wrong (also fun fact: Sandy is a former NFL Cheerleader!), Sandy is truly practicing what she preaches & the amazing advice she has for educators. This episode covers teacher transition, life coaching & the importance of choosing to start rather than feeling ready . If you are looking for a fresh perspective from a former teacher & renowned coach, look no further!
Find out more about Sandy here !
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