In this episode:We discuss what it means when we hear about Social Emotional Learning (SEL). I also share 8 SEL activities to get you started in the classroom. Lastly, we touch on Teaching & Taking Care so that we can better prevent burnout a

Handling Student (and Teacher) Anxiety in the Classroom

Nov 14th, 2018 28m 54s

In this episode:I am grateful for sons that still want to talk to their mom!What’s on Ms. Jeffries’s Desk:The Miracle Morning by Hal ElrodWe discuss what can cause student anxiety and how it may manifest in the classroom. We also talk a

3 Tips for Teacher Success

Sep 12th, 2018 22m 39s

In this episode:I am grateful for FALL!We discuss the 3 major keys to teacher success. They include Explicitly teaching positive behavior, 2x10, teacher self-care (which may mean therapy). And I quote @ValeriaBrownEdu from Twitter (follow h

Teaching and Taking Care

Aug 29th, 2018 23m 41s

In this episode: We discuss the wild ride that was summer break, what I’ve been up to in August, and things going down in education right now. We also talk about how we can take care of ourselves and show up in the best ways we know how. Last

Two Big Take-Aways

Aug 1st, 2018 27m 33s

In this episode:I am grateful for becoming a Yoga and Mindfulness trained educator.We discuss the social and restorative justice practice of Equitable Sharing. We also talk about Energy Responsibility and becoming aware of the ways we show

Minding Our Relationships

Jul 18th, 2018 21m 52s

In this episode, I discuss the importance of checking in on and minding the various relationships in our lives (i.e. self, intimate relations, colleagues, and students). We also talk about how things can get out of sync and how I need to hug my

Connecting the Dots

Jul 11th, 2018 22m 6s

In this episode, I discuss the connection between Becoming a Joyful Teacher and how we show up in the classroom. I also reflect on the journey to stepping more fully into my power as an educator, black woman, mother, military spouse, and joyful

Thank God It's Summer (T.G.I.S.)

Jul 4th, 2018 33m 57s

In this Episode:I discuss my own "year of yes" (shout out to Shonda!), why I don't care about lost books, the disrespect of low expectations, and why I recognize pain when I see it.Homework:Join the Becoming a Joyful Teacher Tribe! http:/

Authenticity in the Classroom

Jun 6th, 2018 29m 54s

In this episode:I am grateful for the ability to reflect and access.What’s on Ms. Jeffries’s Desk: Teaching to Transgress by Bell Hooks.I discuss what authenticity in the classroom looks like and why it matters when we talk about creating

Let’s Get Reflecting

May 30th, 2018 27m 51s

In this episode, we start with gratitude for the “process” and what it means to me. I also discuss how teacher mindset and building a reflective practice are interconnected and the need for focused intentions for our learning communities. On my

It All Comes Down To Mindset

May 10th, 2018 17m 52s

In this episode, I talk about what we mean when we say “mindset” and why it matters in the classroom. I discuss the power of the educator to set the tone and expectations for learners in our care.To sign up for my Kick the Chaos Workshop visi

Welcome To Reframing ED

Apr 28th, 2018 10m 27s

This episode is an introduction to the podcast and my intentions as a host. The show format and segments are discussed. I also touch on the great opportunity we have as educators in a time such as this.To sign up for my Kick the Chaos Worksh

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