Episode 52
Empowering Educators: Channon Essex on Combating Teacher Burnout and Fostering Student Relationships
In this conversation, Channon Essex, an educator and author, discusses her journey into education, the challenges of burnout among teachers, and the importance of self-care. She shares her experiences working with students, the significance of building authentic relationships, and introduces the ACT framework (Accept, Create, Teach) designed to support educators. The discussion also touches on the feedback received from her book, 'The Positive Effect for Educators,' and her aspirations for the future.
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Conversation Takeaways
- The importance of self-care for educators.
- Building relationships with students is crucial for success.
- Authenticity in teaching fosters trust and connection.
- The ACT framework helps educators maximize their impact.
- Feedback from the book has been overwhelmingly positive.
- Teachers need support beyond just pedagogical training.
- Understanding students' backgrounds is essential for effective teaching.
- Career transitions can lead to fulfilling opportunities.
- Educators should focus on personal growth to benefit their students.
- Creating a supportive environment is key to teacher retention.
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction to Shannon Essex and Burnout in Education
- 02:05 Shannon's Journey into Education
- 04:07 Facing Challenges and Career Transitions
- 06:01 Building Relationships with Students
- 11:26 The Importance of Authenticity in Teaching
- 15:14 The ACT Framework Explained
- 17:37 Feedback and Impact of the Book
- 20:35 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts
About our Guest:
Channon Essex is an experienced educator with a deep commitment to mentoring youth and empowering them to become the best versions of themselves through education. Originally from Queens, she has served as a special education teacher, and an adjunct professor at The City College of New York and Hunter College in NYC teaching brand new teachers. With a Master’s in Special Education from City College of New York, Channon combines expertise in equity advocacy, trauma-informed practices, and inclusive curriculum design, fostering collaborative learning environments that respect cultural competence and individual student needs.Links of Interest
- LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/channon-essex
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