Teachers Supporting Teachers
Welcome to 'Teachers supporting teachers'. The podcast sharing insights into being and becoming a teacher. I’m your host Narelle Lemon, a Professor of Education located in Australia and currently working at Edith Cowan University in Perth in the state of Western Australia. I’m curious and love to use this strength to find out more, so what better way to support others than to create this podcast series to be able to gain insights and perspectives from colleagues and friends. Make a cup of tea and find a comfy place to sit as you listen to various guests talk about being and becoming a teacher. Find out more by reading the podcast notes at http://www.exploreandcreateco.com/teachers-supporting-teachers-podcast
Teachers Supporting Teachers
Teachers Supporting Teachers Summer Series: Episode 5 - Job interviews, panic attacks and aligning to your values
The job interview roller coaster ride is a feature in this episode of the summer series with Ruby and Ellen. We talk about applying for jobs, writing applications, preparing for interviews, and the all that comes with the ups, downs, twists and turns of the yes, no or maybe, or hang on we want you for a different role!
We unpack the emotional and mental strain, and acknowledge that at times this part of becoming a teacher is hard. We get really honest and open up about panic attacks - what this is like, and what happens when you are experiencing one. There is a lot of self-reflection in this episode and rawness as Ruby and Ellen open up about the place of self-care.
Realizations about how to present yourself are discussed including drawing on key policies and curriculum documentation plus real life examples in practice to demonstrate your capabilities.
Warning: Please note in this episode we discuss a situation where a panic attack was experienced. If this content is not right for you right now, please know you have the right to pass to not listen, opt out or fast forward this section of the podcast episode. If you need to seek support please do reach out to your support crew or access counselling via your university or GP. If you need guidance on where to find help please reach out to Narelle.