About this episode

This episode discusses the systemic issues behind teacher burnout and the need for shared leadership in schools.

We’re back to finish the conversation Lindsay Whorton started, but this time, we’re getting into the systemic "why" behind the burnout. Patrice and Stacey bridge the gap between theory and the classroom, tackling the frustrating reality that many teachers want to lead but feel trapped by outdated hierarchies. We’re deconstructing the "promotion-or-nothing" culture and looking at the real-world barriers that prevent true collaboration. This episode is a call to action for every educator who has ever felt overqualified and underutilized; it’s time to stop waiting for a hero at the top and start building a leadership architecture where power is shared and every voice has the agency to drive change. The Educate U.S. podcast is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. & Positively Tea.  Enjoy a cup of the best tasting coffee (and tea!) while listening to Stacey & Patrice break down the latest from the world of education & beyond! Visit this link - https://lddy.no/1k3n0 & use their promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Guests: Patrice, Stacey

Topics covered

• teacher leadership
• educational reform
• collaboration
• burnout
• hierarchies
• agency

Keywords

• teacher burnout
• leadership
• collaboration
• education reform
• hierarchies
• agency

Sponsors

Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC, Positively Tea

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