Coffee and Whiteboard Markers Podcast

We’ve all been there—the class that just won’t settle, the group where every lesson feels like a battle, the moment when trust between you and your students feels like it’s slipped away. In this episode, we unpack what really happens when a class becomes disruptive and, more importantly, how you can rebuild trust step by step. From understanding what went wrong, to pressing the reset button, to focusing on consistency and relationships over rules, this episode offers practical strategies grou...

Seventeen years in the classroom isn’t just about teaching students — it’s about learning who you are, what matters, and how to survive the chaos with your heart still intact. In this episode, I share the biggest lessons teaching has taught me about resilience, boundaries, humour, and the reality of showing up every day for young people. 💬 Share the lessons you’ve learned with me on Instagram @coffeeandwhiteboardmarkers — I’d love to feature them in a future episode.

Some days, just showing up for class feels like a win. In this episode, we get honest about what it’s like to teach when your mental health is under strain. I’ll talk about the hidden pressure to keep the “teacher mask” on, the surprising lessons I’ve learned from teaching through tough seasons, and practical, gentle strategies to help you get through the day without burning out. If you’ve ever found yourself running on empty but still wanting to make a difference, you’re not alone. 💬 Share y...

Everyone talks about pedagogy, data, and classroom management — but no one talks enough about boundaries. In this episode, we unpack why boundaries might be the most powerful (and underrated) teaching tool you have. Whether it’s emotional, time-based, or digital — setting healthy limits helps you show up as the teacher and human you want to be. Check us out on Social Media @Coffee and Whiteboard Markers. Song in intro "Loudmouth" By Artist Mantra.

There’s the marking, the meetings, the planning — and then there’s the guilt. The stuff we carry silently: for not doing enough, for leaving early, for setting boundaries. In this episode, we unpack the invisible emotional backpack teachers wear every day — and how to start letting go of what was never ours to carry. 💬 Tag @coffeeandwhiteboardmarkers on social media and tell me what you’re ready to take out of your backpack. Song in the introduction: "Loudmouth" - By Artist Mantra.

Teaching comes with an emotional weight that’s often invisible but deeply felt. From the constant mental load to the quiet moments of doubt and overwhelm, this episode dives into what it really means to carry the emotional side of the job — and how to lighten the load without losing your passion. If this episode resonates, share it with a teacher friend or tag on Socials @coffeeandwhiteboardmarkers — let’s keep the conversation going. Song in introduction 'Loudmouth' by Mantra.