#aussieED Archive
#aussieED was founded on the belief that all teachers, and students, should have unlimited access to Professional Development, on their own terms, to improve their teaching, their schools and change the lives of the students they encounter. Since then, we have embarked on a mission to reach educators, not only in Australia but, all around the globe. We want to smash the barriers that prevent teachers from easily connecting and learning with each other. To that end, we have developed a regular Ed-chat each Sunday on twitter at #aussieED. The chat allows all teachers, leaders, administrators and all those connected with education to meet on an unbiased platform and discuss the real issues that effect what happens in classrooms everywhere. Our chats are authentic because we are real teachers walking the same walk that so many do everyday.
Sunday February 14, 2016
Please introduce yourself and tell everyone what Mr Man or Little Miss you would be most like https://t.co/jJREdoh7Kr
Stuart from AKL, NZ. Probably, Mr Greedy or Mr Rush!
You can follow me for the questions tonight or just keep a close eye on the stream for the question graphics.
Tried to finish my newest blog post before the start of tonight's chat. Looks like I just missed out !
May I also say Happy Valentine’s Day to all the lovely people on Twitter tonight. Thanks for being an awesome part of our PLN.
Hi everyone! Michelle from Perth. Definitely Little Miss Curious
Hey all, Dan from Tokyo IS here. I reckon I'm probably Mr. Messy.
By ‘hats’, we mean the roles and responsibilities that we assume in our work; the parts that we play.
Hi there, Anna here. I am either Little Miss Busy or Mr Bump!
Hi, Charlotte in Melbourne I would have to nominate Little Miss Somersault as my job is full of twists & turns plus the odd hurdle
<- Asbjørn aka a digital viking from the northern hemisphere, of those i'm either little mr grumpy or mr nonsense
Hi Caroline from Melbourne. I think Mr Bump or Mr Forgetful 😀
Jack from Geelong. Mr cheerful and Mr messy
We’ll be chatting about the roles of teachers, how they’ve changed, society's expectations, and where we can improve
Hi Karen here from sunny & hot Bowen, North Queensland. I would like to be Little Miss Sunshine or Little Miss Curious
Physically, little Miss Tiny, but normally, Little Miss Neat ☺️ Trying VERY hard to keep my desk clean at new school
been for the last few years yes
Hello Here is Ines from Germany. Guess I'm Little Miss Curious - always looking for input.😉
: Greetings from San Diego, California. Allergies keeping me awake. I'm defintely Little Miss Curious
Hi Matt from Perth. Most likely Mr Messy if you’ve ever checked out my desk. But I know where everything is!
Hi everyone early 🏀ball game so I can join tonight! 🎉🎉
Hey guys Buzz from London here
Hi everyone! A fusion of little miss curious, messy, chatterboxy, and is that little miss wise or wine? 🙆🏻 if wine, yes to that!
Great to see lots of people from around the world joining tonight :)
Casey here from QLD. I'd be Mr Happy, if Mr Happy were a girl 😃
Remember, the questions are only there to promote discussion. It's OK to fall down the rabbit hole in a conversation or debate!
Kate from Newcastle NSW. Little miss busy
: Might not stay for long but wanted to check in.
John Hepworth here from Central Coast NSW. Secondary Maths teacher. Couldn't decide = Mr indecisive.
Hvis folk fra vil være med til en omgang livechat så er her emnet for der kører nu https://t.co/RDEnMX5q9I
We’ll be chatting about the roles of teachers, how they’ve changed, society's expectations, and where we can improve
Hi, Joel from Brisbane here. Probably Mr Messy as well. I try to go paperless, mainly because if I don't I can't see my desk.
Unfortunately today I am Mr sneeze
Hi Heather from Wollongong. Lille Miss Dotty or Litte Miss Whoops
Rachel from Munich Little Miss Curious
Kia Ora to everyone - Happy New Year - love all the Mr & Missus figures - 3rd line - Green figure w/ hat??!!
Please answer the questions by using the hashtag in your tweets.
Don’t expect to follow every tweet. A twitter chat is a stream. Swim in it but don’t expect to drink it all in.
This is a point we all should be comfortable with https://t.co/l5l2VqwUDS
We’ll be chatting about the roles of teachers, how they’ve changed, society's expectations, and where we can improve
creative minds have messy desks apparently 🙄☺️
Baahahaha. Probably! Hey! I can wish! (Plus, can't reach my pigeon hole 😉)
hadn't seen this one til couple of weeks ago. Read it to class bc we had measured our room in somersaults on 1st day
Hi all, Tam from North QLD. I am most probably Little Miss Worry. Add in a touch of forgetful too.
Cass, Senior Teacher from International High School Was born " Miss Mischievous" ; )
We love our grumpy Danish Buddha! ☺️ https://t.co/QWHY0HpCqD
<- Asbjørn aka a digital viking from the northern hemisphere, of those i'm either little mr grumpy or mr nonsense
Build the paper into a ladder?
Brian from Sydney torn between and finishing . Well worth the money and definitely worth the read!
Hi everyone. I'm Lux from Sydney. Mix of Little Miss Curious/ busy!
HI Rob. Tonight, we'll be Mr.Topsy-Turvy because we want to look at things from a different angle!
glad you can join us from Tokyo!
Is there a Little Miss Sidetracked or Little Miss Multitasker
Loretta from Canberra. Known by my family as Little Miss Bossy.
Hi. Tracy from Melbourne. Little Miss Calm?
mate I feel your pain. Got home from cricket yesterday and haven't left bed since.
Hi all, Kara from Sydney here. Definitely 'Little Miss Curious'
Its a book. You can put it down for an hour! Or you could mutlitask
Always welcome, tweeters from the ANZACS!
Motivator, counselor, advocate, coach, conduit.... A1
I'm Sarah, Year 5 teacher in Sydney - I am generally referred to as Little Miss Sunshine (my breakfast mug is proof positive!) :)
Little miss scatterbrained- mostly because I like her natty green hat. Or otherwise known as Erin from Melb
Little Miss Tiny? After all I am 5'1.
Hi all! Dina from Adelaide. Been a while..... Definitely feeling like Mr Lazy at the moment!
A1: teacher, counsellor, mediator, detective, supporter, encourager, advice giver...
A1; mostly a mixture of being an edupunker and digital viking
A1. Entertainer, moderator, instigator, celebrator, counsellor, motivator...
A1:GOSH so many roles .. counsellor, motivational speaker, leader, nurse, safety inspector! etc. etc.
urbie feeling better about missed .. was cool with all sharing.. instructional designer from Arizona
hello all. In Townsville this weekend but usually in Cairns. Hubby says I'm Little Miss Fickle (!) Hmm...
5 Reasons Creative Geniuses Like Einstein & Twain Had Messy Desks – And Why You Should Too! 😂
Hi Meridith here from Port Macquarie looking forward to his chat
In most classes, I try to be the believer! A1
1 friend, mediator, coach, doctor... The list goes on!
What the? This is Twitter we only have 140 characters, how are we suppose to go through a list of all of the hats we wear in one p
Motivator, crisis manager, innovator, researcher, leader to name a few :-)
so I can tell my staff I am einstein like?! Nice...
Friend, Role-Model, Mentor, Librarian, Disciplinarian, Teacher, Motivator, Cheer-Leader
See, sidetracked already - missed the first question!
I reckon I'm Little Miss Brainy! 😁
A1 Conflict mediator definitely springs into my mind first!
welcome from France, glad you've joined the conversation
A1 OT trying to cater for and needs
A1 Mediator, Pyschologist, Lawyer, Accountant, Maintenance & Handy person, Nurse, Bus Driver, Cleaner
https://t.co/MjIKOEIBwC
A1: Long list! Educator, listener, organizer, consoler, mediator, helper, adviser, ... Guess it's a little bit like a parent.
Cheers. I'm halfway through my full English let's see if I get to touch it during chat
A1:Mentor,motivator,innovator,
researcher and learner
A1. Counsellor, guide, parent, coach, friend, cleaner, cheerleader, motivator, encourager, ...
A1: Mediator, lecturer, nurse, listener
Where can I order this shirt!
: A1 Mom, Mr. Fix-it, psychotherapist, personal shopper, nutritionist, pharmaceutical consultant, nanny, ...
A1) listener, pusher, supporter, sharer, make things happen-er
A1: Name the role and students/teachers/parents have wanted it. Used to be a school chaplain so get that hat quite often!
A1 Counsellor, motivational speaker, nurse, referee, sports coach, maid
Coach, mentor, juggler, magician, inventor/innovator, explorer...A1
A1. Lately I've been trying to do less in my class. With all this talk of multiple roles, is it bad I'm trying to do less?
A1 My hats would be: Questioner, Tinkerer, Motivator, Agitator, Thinker..safety inspector in the workshop!
A1: teacher, mentor, guide, coach (PSSA), singer, confidante, cheerleader, organiser, referee, nurse, counsellor, comforter, etc
A1: Futurist, mentor, innovator, tech support, facilitator…
Q1Need more characters for this 1! Mentor, coach, leader, risk taker, creative, pusher, supporter, listener, fighter, fun sponge
More likely, you're now doing fewer roles better?
It's a Never-ending-list! https://t.co/SMrkzHILQ0
What the? This is Twitter we only have 140 characters, how are we suppose to go through a list of all of the hats we wear in one p
Hi I'm sure everyone who knows me would say Little Miss Chatterbox and I would hope mixed with a little, Little Miss Fun!
Good advice as moves fast
Q1 This list is infinite! Learner, leader, motivator, counsellor, nurse, mentor, role model, cheer leader, guide, listener
A1 mediator, encourager, visual merchandiser, resourcer, organiser, learner...
A1: mediator, nurse, mother, guidance counsellor, traffic enforcer, justice minister, parenting counsellor…
Hey . Jacques from QLD checking into the chat briefly. Great topic
A1 Counsellor;
Advisor;
Networker (esp linking between internal & external org's);
Office Clerk;
Medical Admin;
Advocate
..+ more
Coach, cleaner, walking dictionary, data analyser, nurse, counsellor, mediator & motivator... and that's often just by lunchtime!
me neither... I have to feel my pigeon hole to see if there's anything in there
A1 I design PD for clinicians where it’s not so much about roles as hats..
: A1 Parenting class instructor, divorce mediator (yup! Did that too!), referee, coach, cheerleader, ...
My Uncle lives in Perth. He is trying to understand the state of in Australia for us. Can I connect you?
A1 entertainer?! (sorry a bit late, kids wouldn't go to bed...)
A1 cont'd: and I suppose also a substitute mum in places, as many of my students see me more often/consistently than their family
A1: chief fireperson, shotgun rider, crisis averter, holder of the answers, tissue issuer, vent receiver, explainer of why & how.
A1: coach, mentor, Assistant Principal, Federation Rep, Strategic Direction leader, ARCO, Basketball coach, the list goes on
Cute pic! Looks like the typical Viking teacher! 😉
advocate, listener, councillor, mediator
In addition to what's already been said... shoe tier-upperer, microwave operator, hat locator, charger loaner, bandaid giver
A2. The largest change in role of educator over my 20 yrs in mainstream has been the amount of child protection done by us.
Seems like a very purposeful & sensible move towards prioritising and simplifying - good on you
Q2 What’s the most unusual or unexpected role you or someone you know have filled as an educator? https://t.co/g85FOfiVbB
Sas but true, increasingly teachers have been asked to be pseudo-parents. A2
As long as it isn't furry and have eight legs, I'm happy for the surprise! Lol
A1. Chef, peacemaker, try not to be the doctor as the sight of blood makes me ill, mediator, cleaner, coach and so many more.
I'm just finding the less "teaching" I do, the more learning they do. My Mantra this year is "teach less, learn more".
Kevin here a Teaching Principal in Ireland
A1 Too many but more often than not - Role Model / Life coach
: A3 most importantly, whatever my Ss and parents need me to be at anytime, to best help them with learning.
Rugby League ref after only two weeks at my school. Big game, lots of nerves! A2
A2 I seem to be the school's unofficial coder. I like making programs & spreadsheets that make people's work easier
Loving the uniqueness in everyone's list: visual merchandiser, futurist, juggler, tissue issuer....
Q2- Snake checker ! around the playground .. scary
A2; spare parent, but it was a rare case with a multidiagnose tyrette student.
A1 learner, listener, care giver, coach, mentor, trainer, change agent, student advocate, researcher, leader, curator, cheerleader
In my capacity; storyteller, dancer, artist for hire, technician, soccer player, lunch buddy https://t.co/eXcnXU8meq
Forgot those - but so important: learner, leader, mentor + events coordinator
Perhaps simply acting as a facilitator for learning? The oil on the bike chain
Scariest post of the night!
foster parent or adopted parent
Cameron from Melbourne, sorry I am late. Will try and catch up
A2: my own most unusual case was problerly then i suddenly found my self as the leader of the PR management program
a2 combing nits out of an infested head of hair
A2: Kangaroo mover on-er-er - had to get kangaroos out of the way some K students. Also a rodent eradicator! The things we do!
: A2 Crisis negotiator. I had to help talk down an escalated student once who had his mom in a chock hold 😳 aussieED
A1 Everything teacher, mediator, coach, nurse, soccer player. I've even filled out welfare forms for Ps.Advice giver, gardener etc
I find this one the hardest - considering I only have a furbaby https://t.co/qqJsdx9HqL
foster parent or adopted parent
Hi - Kate from Sydney popping in quickly - love the topic tonight
I think Little Miss Quick is pretty ATM!
A1. Mum, friend, confident, chief nag, stand-up comedian, smile-giver, smile-receiver, coach, mentor, "swamp-monster"
A2 Counsellor (between colleagues)
It seems we become whatever is needed by Ss and Ps at that time! Gee we are good!!!!
that's why we have 'peer support' to show them how! ☺️
Great question. After lots of years of teaching I've accepted nearly every role as normal. https://t.co/dJNuDPlrrS
Q2 What’s the most unusual or unexpected role you or someone you know have filled as an educator? https://t.co/g85FOfiVbB
A2: expected to be a master of something when still learning about it, such as tech, new teaching ideas, etc
a am in awe of the teacher that did it!
Been there, done that! Often the hardest job of all?
A2: Working alongside students in Nepal. Overseas you become everything to everyone. Cleaning toilets or building classrooms.
A2. I literally had to be a clown once...
A2; Being a support person is no surprise, howeverthe things you end up being a support person for is unexpected.
Would have to say I am Mr Messy
Oh yep, have done the rodent thing before. And foxes. Don't get many roos around our school though!
but then things become normal, isn't it time to shake things up again
Also wanted to say actor. Every lesson is a show.
A2. The Strangest hats we have to put on in Tokyo are our Earthquake helmets!
A teacher I know pseudo adopted a student when her parents were taken away to be guests of the state
1st job: organised craft club for Ps during school time so we could meet Ps who would never come to school due to bad schl exper
Ditto! Can't do prep/Foundation! You're amazing
A2 sadly marriage counsellor / foster parent
A2 I had to sew a Ball/Formal Dress that was cut too low! I'm sure dressmaker wasn't in my job description https://t.co/M6ZRlWXbGJ
Q2 What’s the most unusual or unexpected role you or someone you know have filled as an educator? https://t.co/g85FOfiVbB
A2: Crazy is that Ss tell you family secrets you don't want to know.
little boys shoe laces are also off limits. Get someone else to show how clever they are ;-)
I'm not sure I can even begin a list of the different teacher roles!
chat's second question has already been posted.
Here it is for the international educational community: https://t.co/3QvNjeOUgi
Just once, ask my Ss, they'll say every period for Sir!
Love it! Sounds like a fun year for teacher & students
Q2. I really believe that what I do has no surprises as I expect kids surprise me regularly!
A1 My favourites are motivator, inspirator, mentor, coach & counsellor. It's a privilege that young people trust you that way.
I've done Prep but not noses!
when I had 89 kindergarten kids, we did once & then we taught them how ☺️
A2 what I need to be at that time could be a councillor a doctor a helper a motivator etc. what the ss and parents at that time
A2: School mascot here once. . Those big oversized outfits are super hot! and pretty smelly!
A1 - Being able to multi task from teaching Primary Maths one period to VCE IT the next
With all the issues young people face in today's world....its more than teaching & learning
https://t.co/ErVuEPEV6N
I tried to map some of the issues students face in today's world..
It's still a working piece.
https://t.co/RcooOWjZuV
A2: A major events coordinator where the clients are some of the most critical and others utterly grateful!
A2. Rape crisis counsellor (untrained)
A2. ICT support to parents trying to log into iconnect and use the tools
And boy are students the toughest-to-please audience!
Like this one very much! :)
A2 not unusual but sometimes moments where or how a student needs you catch you unawares; or you find out your impact in hindsight
A2: being a grief counsellor was tough
A1 tech support, artist, social worker, terrorist negotiator
A2: I seem to have become the national anthem singer, at nearly every school assembly. It's part of my job to get everyone singing
A2 - Superhero at our Yr 2 Sleepover
A2: Knowing so much privacy informations.
A2. Never be surprised by what you are asked to do. You need to respond to the need as best you can
Yeah, I had that once - nearly broke me.
A2. When we start teaching we don't think about the emotional toll teachers take on. For our students & our work colleagues.
A2 when I first started teaching as a new grad I didn't expect to be the learner. I saw myself as THE teacher. Had it backwards!
That's why I love these chats - always new inspirations and a new approach of thinking about my teaching.
Indeed. And they notice everything!
A1 Being an 'executive teacher' I've had to dispose of an exploded dead pigeon & some unmentionable items from the boys toilet! 😁
Sorry, got lost trying to finish off that blog post.... I'm back now..
A2 I once had to be Simon Cowell at a camp drama contest...loved it!
A1 PR, parent support person, peer support, problem solver, IT support, researcher, mother, lion tamer, juggler
A2 although I did have to learn to use a defibrillator to take a particular student overseas & they had to carry it at all times.
A2: Have to agree with Nothing prepares you for that. Not all the training in the world.
LOL I am a clown everyday Having a sense of humour has kept me going for 20 years in the classroom.Tis important.
particularly the muck-ups!
A2 Most unexpected role is as a referee / intervener in fights / receiver of violence or injury
A1: bit late to the party as getting ready for camp. This week, it will be parent/tchr/nurse/cheerleader/personal trainer etc
A2 Being an 'executive teacher' I've had to dispose of an exploded dead pigeon & some unmentionable items from the boys toilet! 😁
Lol, yeah, that can be awkward. I am in int. school, so also many teacher's children in our classes. Doubly awkward
more superheroes, less teachers! shouldn't be a unusual role
your school counsellor (psych) can help with resources for this situation
A2: serving water in individual plastic glasses to a group of almost 90 Y9 students whenever they requested it I was NOT happy!
Q3 Do the media, politicians and parents expect teachers to fill too many roles? What roles? https://t.co/MdexTEdZDH
A2 I was taken on camp once, because I can clean spew (don't do blood though!). Thanks team!
: I hear ya! I'm the site tech roll out support Tr (software) but others seem to think I can fix all hardware too. 😁
I was The Flash one book week dress up day!
I call those "teachable moments". I think it's important they see you make mistakes.
absolutely. Being a teacher means being gifted the opportunity to learn constantly.
Aren't all teachers superheroes by default?
and of course you found out how they made it explode and conusltet the science teacher on how to use it in class?
A2; Ferret wrangler! Snake supervisor, chef.
A2. Scariest is probably Victim, I have seen not been!
always refer on. Your school counsellor (psych) will be able to assist you
Sorry must go out for dinner with the hubby! Have a good one!
Hard to prepare for that. Well done
A2.Was once told (patronisingly) "you're young, you don't know how to say no". I said "you don't understand the nature of our job"
A2 teachers can and do what's needed. Never give up on young people!
A2: I did dance in a hot pink suit once
A3: YES.. we are there answer for everything. Teachers can teach it .. just add something else to the huge pile.
I tell the mistakes were preplanned to aid their learning.
A2 I actually don't think anything surprises me any more
half a sausage left breakfast update
A3: Honestly, yes. We are expected to do much of the parenting and cop the blame when the student doesn’t respond at home.
A3: Yes, some parents think we can assume their part of the job.
A2: also spider rescuer, mediator, expert in any and all ball game codes while on playground duty, stuffed animal vet/minder
A2: Cleaning graffiti off toilet walls has been an unexpected bonus of choosing teaching as a career!
& normally the hardest on themselves I have found
Teachers are compassionate people. I think we add the jobs to our list just as much (if not more) than society
A2: Clowning is mentioned a couple of times. I was actually the skills coach for the circus troupe for a few years there :) FUN!
A2 Working in residential side of boarding school. Being not only a teacher but more importantly their 'school parent'.
A1 educator, social worker, psychologist, coach, mentor, guide, motivator, critical friend, assessor, supporter, listener,
A2 spent the whole lesson in a blonde wig once. For the life of me can't remember why... I'm sure I had a reason.
A2 In one school I worked at, tchrs provided Ss with all their meals, treated some for lice & took them to eye/teeth check ups
A2 dressed up as Miss Trunchbull (Matilda) to motivate Ss to write most didn't recognise me - great letters written in response!
A2 - as a model for a school uniform as I was about the same size as the students! Completely nerve-racking and awkward!
Sadly so. Often the best teachers feel they're doing the worst job!
Think there are lots of crazy moments but lots of funny things too.
Q3: As tchrs & school ldrs do we cloud the judgement of our community/pollies by doing too much? What is our niche?
Q3: As tchrs & school ldrs do we cloud the judgement of our community/pollies by doing too much? What is our niche?
Gee, that's a tough one to choose... which was worse? Lol
. Stood in front of a P so he didn't whack a S.Chased a ghost in the toilet that someone had told 5yr old S was there. List goes on
A3 yes I believe so I feel we take a lot of parents jobs that should be done by them instead of teachers
A2 I've played a lot of UNO with homesick Ss at camp
A3: very simple answer yes, but the question is more how we are gonna change/evolve around it without going down with stress 1/2
: A3 Totally!!!! We are magic, didn't you know??
I think there are high expectations but when the schools we work in reflect society this will always be the case
A2 teacher of a child that regularly threatened to physically harm me/smashed windows, swung pipes at my head etc.
I strongly suspect you are correct Mr Salakas. I find by and large the general public very understanding
I always show the kids where the 'chokey' was in the 'old days... https://t.co/J3K7VD8cin
A2 dressed up as Miss Trunchbull (Matilda) to motivate Ss to write most didn't recognise me - great letters written in response!
A3: I think the partnership can get lost at times between the child, parents and school. Important to always foster this.
A3: Anything the media jumps on becomes the role of teachers. Counterterrorism experts, anyone?
A3: Had a great convo with a parent recently who was just realizing that it wasn't my role to be the fount of all knowledge.
A3 every time something goes wrong it's lets education
A2 Yes-been up a few nights at camp in the middle of NT w kids w gastro ! dont want it be a skill tho! https://t.co/UiGVoTlKTe
A2 I was taken on camp once, because I can clean spew (don't do blood though!). Thanks team!
A3; or as many many teachers do here in Denmark, simply leave "sinking boat" 2/2
A3 do we have to do more roles, or just get blamed when things go wrong?
😬 oh I so wanted to but it became a Work & Health/Safety issue! I can still remember the stench & the green goo 😝
A2: I think only parents qualify to be parents.Sometimes they outsource parenting to the teachers - not good
Yuk! 😝 https://t.co/nsvifl65t0
A2 Being an 'executive teacher' I've had to dispose of an exploded dead pigeon & some unmentionable items from the boys toilet! 😁
ah... Gum from desk flashback
A3 Unfortunately & Fortunately.. Yes. It's one of those burdens that's a cry for help from society. https://t.co/I0BUj6tvl4
Q3 Do the media, politicians and parents expect teachers to fill too many roles? What roles? https://t.co/MdexTEdZDH
fully agree and they never think they do enough.. Self appreciation is very low amongst teachers I feel
A1 referee, counsellor, nurse, mentor, coach, parent amongst others
A3 Yes. The role of the teacher has blurred with that of the parent as we as a society try to make up societal gaps
A2: Outback football coach (so not me), fishing instructor, river raft builder (again hilarious) and sadly giving a eulogy.
Anything and everything because teachers are so nice and hardworking, we don't say No!
A3: No, I don't think as people we can ever be asked to do too much, especially when the answer can be 'no'. Year advisers though
is now trending in UK, ranking 29
yes!! Moral police, enforcer of national identity, drug detector, etiquette officer, and now apparently counter terrorist unit
I once taught from the top of table. Was sure there was a point at the time
parents expect too many roles from nutritionist to sleep therapist & everything in between
A3 sure we are expected to do a lot, but education IS the answer to many problems. We do have a huge resonsibility
Love that! Walking dictionary....so true though
at my old school we had a decaying box outside, to show the natural decaying process of various animals
A2 At my 1st learning about and Teach Like A Pirate.. I had no idea teachers were so creative
Been there! Eeeuwwwww....
Teachers love their students... Do we model ourselves too much on trying to be Miss Honey (Matilda) for our own wellbeing?
A3: I think it sells newspapers to blame us for most things, but I don't think general public takes it seriously do they?
A3 yes!! Moral police, enforcer of national identity, drug detector, etiquette officer, and now apparently counter terrorist unit
A3 yes, perhaps because we spend so much time with other people's chn our potential to influence is considerable
A2 I'm reminded of my friend (NZK) Paul trying to learn Polish until 2am just so that he could communicate with a new student
A3 a lot is expected of teachers, but teachers also need to set boundaries in their school community
A2 social media and advisor to school community, teaching to K-6
Teachers can be hmble but still advocates and proud of the difference we make!
Q3 Yes. Thinking of problems students have outside of school hours like on social media that we deal with at school.
I’m too mean to be Miss Honey! :P
A3 - There's a certain degree we as Ts are subject to pressures from media, politicians and parents but we also place expectations
A3. Most definitely, the thing is we're given no support and sometimes not enough training for these specific roles
A3 & I find its always when things go wrong or not what people were hoping for then we get the blame
A3 seriously, I don't think too many roles, but the roles we DO have less cross over w other agencies than before
A3 Yes the expectation is very high. Family and community partnerships are an important part of the solution.
A3 The job description isn't quite explicit. Esp working in , the role changes with the group of Ss https://t.co/byY6srqyz6
Q3: As tchrs & school ldrs do we cloud the judgement of our community/pollies by doing too much? What is our niche?
I agree. We can't help ourselves. See a need... try and fix it. https://t.co/XUKxqRbhtL
Teachers are compassionate people. I think we add the jobs to our list just as much (if not more) than society
A3. Most definitely! There is an expectation that ts are able to “fix” almost anything with little training
fully agree with you! Humble but celebrate the difference they're making!
I'm kind of a Miss Honey/Miss Trunchbull hybrid --
A3. Media don't make it easy for teachers.
Exactly! I do think it is very considerable! https://t.co/wiP9CTxY6f
A3 yes, perhaps because we spend so much time with other people's chn our potential to influence is considerable
they deserve extra pay for that and changing nappies I say!
A3: think the amount of roles Ts have to cope with has increased. First of all bureaucracy should not be first task for Ts.
Q3: What is sometimes lost in education is the importance of relationships. Everyone plays a part https://t.co/0R3bcxXKva
A3: Yes - the expectation seems to be that teachers should be all things to all people: "you're the teacher, isn't that your job?"
A3 our niche is education & our “policies” are clouded by others expectations e.g. parents community government
A3 For sure and expect it done expertly with no guidance or training
Woops forget I had to write a "How to" for parents this weekend. I'm out, have a good night!
A3: Experts on everything, as long we do not have an opinion. That would be counterproductive. Everything is important...
A3 Dunno if it’s roles so much as holes. Primary education is supported so little whilst so much is expected..
have you never read the comments on an online article about teachers?
I was thinking about things like the color of my tie :)
A3. We are blamed for far too much. We do our best each day. The expectation of taking endless work home is too high. Family 1st.
: My "son" is an ex student I pseudo adopted from his druggie mom.
Our niche is education. That is not just curriculum. It never has been and never was. We all educate the whole child.
Teachers are abused because of this! https://t.co/6YmBPwoCIE
Teachers are compassionate people. I think we add the jobs to our list just as much (if not more) than society
Yes & i feel Principals can draw a line and chart the course for their teachers.Otherwise the roles keep increasing
Thank goodness I teach in NZ!
.A3.Yes after all we get all those holidays. Just about shot my friends hubby (over the phone) when he said that. So much xtra
very hard to do in rural locations when parents want to talk to you in the local shop
A3 and herein lies the issue we are trained as educators not the "fix it allers”
But that's a point which puts a strain on teaching. https://t.co/6Y7mKwHMmE
A3. Most definitely! There is an expectation that ts are able to “fix” almost anything with little training
haha. Have you never read the comments on any online article?! I think trolling is a recreational activity for some.
A3: With that said, and no blame intended, I think we bring some roles on ourselves because of our investment in student wellbeing
I love the continued theme but would rather Miss Honey's reputation than Miss Trunchbull's https://t.co/sJff5WOk1r
Teachers love their students... Do we model ourselves too much on trying to be Miss Honey (Matilda) for our own wellbeing?
: Totally! We are genetically wired to want to save the world. That's why we became teachers.
A3: our roles have changed to help our students become better citizens but our job, e.g. work hours, benefits, sadly hasn't
LOL. I'm always amazed how easy/comfortably students comment on my appearance!
I agree. 99.99% of parents are generally supportive of teachers (in my opinion)
A3 Yes. Parents let children sign up for social media b4 they are legal age, school can only provide a safe digital env. in school
A3 - At the moment the roles seem to be endless - security guard/counter-terrorist expert, counsellor, nutritionist - varied!
A3: Yes - whilst we should be reinforcing manners and expectations, we shouldn't be teaching them
sometimes a big part is erecting borders or boundaries not always easy
but educating is so complex. We cannot be trained in everything. That's the beauty of teaching:learning!
When students are only in school for 1/3 day, how can we be responsible for the whole outcome?
Too funny, just started trending in the UK before it started trending in Australia... BIG LOVE to our global PLN this Valentines
A3 Our niche lies w/ the responsibility of teaching chn. Oftentimes, contributing factors must be addressed for that to happen
A3 agree we must think of ourselves and family
I try not to buy sometimes curiosity gets the better of me lol
: A3 I've had parents ask me for referrals to Drs, ask for recipes, ideas for parties, tips on decorating ... Lol
Q3. We do it all anyway and willingly.
.A3b.Prob shld be Miss Helpful.Always help& do so much extra.Even counselling P getting hit by partner.Supporting Ss when scared 2
Very much so. As teachers we need to know where to tap into the expertise of others
A3 school is the solution to every social problem. Ts intervene with no PD, talk that Ts ID Ss at risk of extremist ideals
A3 Perhaps, or does the nature of our relationships cloud the judgement. Is it as demanding when it's a closer valued r/ship?
That's true. Hubby and I) were talking about funding a Ss laptop as his mum has cancer and things are pretty awful for him.
a shout out to All the Bruce Bogtrotters out there
A4: the superhero hat! but beware of capes, it can go very wrong - just watch the incredibles
believer, enabler, an emphasiser of journeys over destinations.
schooling is just a model of society. We are preparing our students for life outside the school yard
Expectations on teachers reflect complexities of student lives. Easier/cheaper to increase responsibilities than more support
is there a role tech can play in this or will it always be about how prepared you are to deal with the tide?
On top of this, Ts are expected to deal with issues resulting from Ss use of social media at home
much is passed directly to educators without other sections of society acknowledging roles or responsibilities. e.g. Equity gap
A3 Raising a child takes a village, support, time, resources & accountability needs to be shared by all https://t.co/6xZu5rn2XQ
A4: Advocate for our Ss. To other Ts. To parents. To other students. Sometimes we see glimpses that are hidden from others.
A3. Bike safety - don't get me started!
A4: Social and Emotional Wellbeing coach. If you can show how to balance everything in our BUSY world
agree but we have more control in school, when they go out into the big wide world other influences take a part
if we let it out work will too easily consume us. Far from ideal (or fair)
A3 I found the recent expectation that Australian teachers be the answer to terrorist recruiting fairly intimidating
it's up to the teachers to draw the line. If we don't speak up a principal might not always see the 'line'
A4. I think teachers should take off the teaching hat. I'd prefer "learning facilitator" or similar. That's the hat for me.
A4 listener, carer, educator , problem solver ,
A4: A teacher must be a person who understands, listens, reacts, comforts Ss in a way of supporting them.
A4 Cheerleader, coach, counsellor
A4. Nurturer, coach, role-model
Agree we need to delegate other “stuff” to other professionals I love learning but …..
A4: the ninja, silently sneaking up on learning
I'd put sex ed in there as well
A4: Every teacher needs their empowerer hat at the ready. Also their clear and high expectations hat!
My child is the perfect example of a village child. She roams with the pack.
A4 To me, the best hats are positive character role model, lifelong learner, innovative thinker & empathetic human
A4: Counsellor, Confidant & Cheer-Leader
need to wear their growth mindset hat, high expectations hat and having fun hat
. A4Guidance hat for Jnrs.Don't direct let Inquiry exploratn begin.Motivation hat,positive praise hat.T as Inquiry hat.Whre 2 next?
Isn't that why we went into teaching? 😛 https://t.co/9CrxQmttU9
.A3.Yes after all we get all those holidays. Just about shot my friends hubby (over the phone) when he said that. So much xtra
A4:Tching teams-like all teams need a balance of skill-sets-this diversity allows us 2 cater for the needs of all s’s-& stay sane
A4 I think this varies depending on each individual S. What's best for one might not be what will work for another
Teachers must build positive working relationships with S's, demonstrating trust in their ability. This encourages risk-taking
A4. We need to be advocates for our Ss. We need to be the guide on the side learning with them
Q4 Number 1 on my list would be listener. You cannot meet your students needs until you are ready to listen to them
A4. Empathisers, encourager, planners and with Growth mindset!
A4 hats of motivated, inspire them, challenge and question ss constantly, be fun, model having courage and risk taking
How long before the same old rallying cries of echo chamber educators need to be updated?
A4 Problem solver, analyser, prioritiser, empathiser, life-long learner, leader, researcher, creative thinker
https://t.co/fE43pEns3s . A4Guidance hat for Jnrs.Don't direct let Inquiry exploratn begin.Motivation ha… https://t.co/8QeIrCYYeK
. A4Guidance hat for Jnrs.Don't direct let Inquiry exploratn begin.Motivation hat,positive praise hat.T as Inquiry hat.Whre 2 next?
: A3 Israeli teachers have gun training.
A4: Relationship Ninja. Know when to respond with sympathy, empathy, apathy or silence. Add know your craft & be willing 2 learn.
A4: Co-learner. As opposed to expert on all, we need to let our Ss see/know the learner within. We need to live lifelong learning.
A3 Schools are often expected to be responsible for teaching values. Ideally this would come from home.
problem solver aide. Ss need to learn how to solve their own problems....imo
A3 Our curriculum is overcrowded, I'd love to see items addressed by the parents/community but equity is an issue, hmw limit this?
A4: Equality minister! The advocate for each and every child and their needs!
Agreed! https://t.co/3tweYoUvQ4
Q4 Number 1 on my list would be listener. You cannot meet your students needs until you are ready to listen to them
A4 the best teachers are life long learners, people focussed and display high emotional intelligence
A3.our profile are changing because the society is changing too.The teacher would be more as guide life https://t.co/MSG8DtcZKr
taking on the world one slice of chocolate cake at a time
Most definitely - we need to know our limits to do the best by our students
A4 We must be advocates for our students
A4: observant, listener, trust your instincts, lead by example
A4 - Red Hat - dealing with different emotions and being able to show empathy towards Ss and other Ts
A4: 's list (esp enabler) with: listener, adaptor, facilitator, creator added in too https://t.co/Qo7T2PSPy6
believer, enabler, an emphasiser of journeys over destinations.
Nothing better than when a Students helps me solve a problem! I always stop the class to show them off! https://t.co/HF4IyG3HNW
A4: Co-learner. As opposed to expert on all, we need to let our Ss see/know the learner within. We need to live lifelong learning.
nothing can quite prepare you for that 😀
A4 sometimes hats disguise us so perhaps we should wear badges instead badges reflect common beliefs, values, interests
: As a SpEd teacher working with assaultive Ss, I have the same training as cups, wardens and psych ward nurses
Resilience educator .. I am not sure how many students here the word 'no' at home .
A4 Learner, reflector (?), innovator, agent of change
A4 It'd have to be the relationship hat for me. From there, I can reel them in, but with no link, we're not a team.
True listening is the base of teaching. The only way you understand what your Ss need. https://t.co/08LFkdD1MN
Q4 Number 1 on my list would be listener. You cannot meet your students needs until you are ready to listen to them
Good thing rabbis are expected to have beards :)
A4: without getting to know the individual Ss outcomes aren't a given. The 'hat' is a fine balance between professional and friend
A4 number 1 hat is creating a learning space for growing expansive and explorative learners
A4 Teacher not friend. Consistent and reliable. Firm but flexible. Differentiator. Innovator. Life-long learner. ICT willing
A4: Listener is up the top of my list. It's much hard to teach a kid if you don't know them
A4: my principal show us this, sums it up pretty well. This is what it means to be a teacher https://t.co/nHq4Fy4L8X
A3 Life is more compacted now & we try & fit more & more in. Ts are compassionate, put their hand up for roles & always help.
A colleague of mine has said this for years. He's a 'facilitator of learning'. Great teacher. https://t.co/wneuMdAVPl
A4. I think teachers should take off the teaching hat. I'd prefer "learning facilitator" or similar. That's the hat for me.
A4: the wellbeing hat, without positive wellbeing the rest of the hats cannot work
A4 Be available, be in tune & be a good listener. Our ultimate role is to know our learner! Everything else after this comes easy!
Society expects a lot from us.Lets teach from the heart and not from the useless workbook.We are teachers.All other roles second
A4: The YET person. 'I don't understand' should be a stop on the journey. We get to add the 'yet' and tease out the learning!
A4: Listener, confidante, cheerleader. I try to make sure all my kids know I'm happy to see them each day - it makes a difference.
A4 There's only one hat each of us needs to wear and that's love. The rest follows.
A4 - Hats - guide, believer, good listener, advocate, carer, questioner, resilience coach, facilitator of learning and discovery!
Q5 Wearing so many hats can be stressful. How can we improve our practice so that we can continue well? https://t.co/woS2aKntMs
A4 teaching is about service. But there is a lot of complexity around how to serve students well.
A4 A bureaucratic response but I like the first 2 Standards - Know Your Student / Know Your Content https://t.co/FD0cjuDrs7
A4 the one hat that fits all. Nothing specific, the all rounder hat?
or if they know how to respond to it appropriately
A4; Wizard hat can be a good one to, think we need to create hats that involve all the things we want to do, in a other way
Consistency and flexibility is so very important
Same! And, thank goodness. It comes into play more often than I ever imagined
too right. How else do we show the Ss what learning looks like?
sounds like a people person! If it makes you feel better,everything shuts at 10pm in Sydney,she'll be a good kid!
"teaching" makes the whole thing sound so passive on the student side. You can't force learning.
A5: Coffee, and lots of it! I think that we need to learn to say no and pass some things on to the professionals. We’re do-gooders
We need to wear different hats to help Ss with different challenges! A hammer doesn't solve everything https://t.co/xnyRr3zOKq
A5- don't read your emails after 5pm
Q4. Important hats, to have empathy and build relationships.
A4 more of a silent partner and facilitator than a font of all knowledge
A5: remember this special place; https://t.co/rVeiYDTuKx or similar areas - and cut the connection to tech once in a while
A4 Instructor, facilitator, inspirator, motivator & mentor. High school Ss need those adult influencers aiding them in their life.
A4 With Sydney's heat at the moment really you should just wear a hat, period.
Mary here, former primary Tr. Once asked chn 'what's a principal's main job?'
Ans: 'he fixes broken things'
A5 - Agree with , definitely breathe and ask questions that help understand Ss and asking for feedback from other Ts
A5. I've said it once I'll say t a thousand times. Give each other SUPPORT. We have the same common goal.
A5 Learn to ask for help, say no when you need to
A5 learning when enough is enough, saying no to things, family time balance, learning your best is actually enough!
Learning advisor? that's what teachers are called at your school right?
.A5 Hard as so many hats overlap.Sometimes not sure which one or whether 3 or more at once.Whn someone finds answer to A5 let me no
Relevant to the multi-faceted roles of the teacher: How we use the Danielson Framework for Teaching https://t.co/TsJlnK1Awk
overused? Anything to make the learning positive and resilient is good in my book
A5: Don't wear all the hats on your own - ask for support for yourself so you can best support your kids
A5: advice: choose hat/role you need for this moment. It needs empathy to find out. But you can't wear all hats at the same time.
A5: support of the team is important. No teacher should be expected to solve an issue in isolation
A5 prioritise, set boundaries. Ss first, background noise, later. Collaborate. Better together, right ?
A4 add to resilience hat, grey hat (not black/white), futuristic & innovative hats https://t.co/8Jp4OLeluJ
A4: 's list (esp enabler) with: listener, adaptor, facilitator, creator added in too https://t.co/Qo7T2PSPy6
believer, enabler, an emphasiser of journeys over destinations.
so many nice hats so little time ;0 )
A5 I've learned to "let it go" if loss. Learning is messy !Let Ss struggle, figure it out. Facilitate, guide
A5 less individuals taking on the whole load more work in teams/ collaboration and playing to individstrengths
A4 helps if ur good at jigsaws so you can see what needs to be done to put things together
So true…and we all bring different perspectives / approaches to it https://t.co/YWUrVIX8pO
A5. I've said it once I'll say t a thousand times. Give each other SUPPORT. We have the same common goal.
One of the greatest gifts you can give to a student is time & attention.
- Mark Martin
Q5: Collaborative teacher efficacy goes a long way - as does (more simply) watching each other's back https://t.co/47zeomo4zo
A5. Mindfulness. Learning to find that balance to do what you can and ask for help when you need it
Will have to catch the rest of the chat later, thanks to for another great chat
Thank you for the retweet
A5: Remember to breathe, set limits, and not beat myself up about not being omnipresent. My support network is excellent for this.
A5: I split my time between professional and personal part.
A5. I think we must be as actor/actriss..we need be honest with our work and do the best way. https://t.co/eivPid9i6H
Q5 Wearing so many hats can be stressful. How can we improve our practice so that we can continue well? https://t.co/woS2aKntMs
A5: take time out! Teaching doesn't have to be perfect, it needs to be real
A4 Listener. We need to ensure tht in the chaos of trying to do 'everything' & wear all hats tht we step back &make time to listen
A5. Support. No need to bully and exclude. We all share these hats!
A5 By realising that we don't need to be heroes like Superman or Batman but rather we should be heroes like the Avengers.
A5: Say 'No' and 'Yes' at the same time. No is ok sometimes, particularly when it means yes to the things that keep us going.
A5 open minded hat and look after fellow staff members.
A4. Flexible, a good listener, moderator, realistic lesson designer, innovative and so many more.
Really liking your answers tonight ! I think Ihave agreed wholeheartedly w. every one of them! https://t.co/M7ItnDtwAH
A5: boundaries, and life outside school. When the juggle becomes too hard, ensure a balance is still maintained. Ask for help
A3 not just Australian Ts but here in Britain we now have the same role thru Prevent training
A5: Bravely open your classroom as a place for other teachers' learning. There is so much to be gained from watching each other.
Teacher standards: how many hats can you wear at one time?
: A5 I've learned to "let it go" if possible. Learning is messy !Let Ss struggle, figure it out. Facilitate, guide
A5 great advice from another teacher "forgive yourself every night and recommit the next day"
A5 : Take time out for you.Find a passion and pursue it.Take your job seriously but learn to laugh and have fun too
A5 Be there for each other. Teaching isn't a competitive sport.
A4 embrace and love on going learning, patience, listener, flexibility, accept and act on constructive criticism
A5 learn when to pass responsibility to others say no & unitask
totally agree Danielee, we are using to record and share good practise
I like that. Learn to say no. I've told a few first year students this in the past. https://t.co/tGS4N6DdR0
A5: Coffee, and lots of it! I think that we need to learn to say no and pass some things on to the professionals. We’re do-gooders
Q5. Work life integration.
Don't forget it. If you are ok, you can be the best teacher for your Ss. If not, you have no chance. https://t.co/nb223Q4h19
but they have to switch roles sometimes to evolve themself as their chosen way
A5 Prioritise and delegate. Ts really can't do it all
A5: Collaborate and talk to one another. Ask Qs of other Ts. Asking for help is a sign of strength and confidence. Ask = good!!
A6. Only wear the hat for the time and place! Eg Am I the expert in the room currently?
Apologies but I must go. Thanks for leading the discussion. Have a great week, all! :)
A5 Combination hats or do better with less, combine where possible & let the students take turns to wear the hats
a5: Ask for help! Get down with your PLN cause they are generally awesome and willing to share/help out!
a5- it takes a village to support a teacher
although the govt would like everyone to believe it is
A5. Share the load with colleagues. Although I have huge issues with letting go of control :) NY resolution for 2017 maybe?
A5 ensuring you have a good tribe of support ard you @ work & at home. Finding your way 2 destress-disconnecting/sporting/chilling
A5 - Hope that our Sch. leaders acknowledge the 'hats' + are supportive of their staff - advocating for their abilities & efforts?
agree love collaborating with you & your team
A5 by passing some of those hats to other professionals - we can’t do everything
A5 self care: fit your own oxygen mask before helping others.
observations are essential! Both for the 2 parties involved in an observation!
A magicians hat has to be the best right?
great stuff, can be such a powerful tool
Agree. Many kinds of relationships: with each other, with subj, with profession, with learning etc
& look out for one another. Small kindnesses go a long way.
Got to run.. Thanks for the awesome chat see you all next week! Enjoy the week 👍🏽
A6: hats can sometimes be restricting it's nice to take them off and share them around
Bummed that I missed tonight chat, moderated by the legendary , swimming carnival tomoz, last minute preps
A5 Balance, find your passion, mindfulness, inner peace, health, set limits, set goals, collaborate, network, love
A5 wellbeing of both our students and ourselves is fundamental to a healthy climate that supports learning and development.
always work on work on something small and do it well
Am I the only teacher here thinking sharing hats = nits? 😂
This is when most learning happens https://t.co/UWlWGcTVWo
: A5 I've learned to "let it go" if possible. Learning is messy !Let Ss struggle, figure it out. Facilitate, guide
A5 Find your Ikigai: Japanese concept 'your purpose'. It's used to describe 'why I wake up in the morning' https://t.co/LHqRbNc4zt
A5: team better, define individual roles better, & "stop doing before we start doing” https://t.co/2ijVmuTUQ2
Q5 Wearing so many hats can be stressful. How can we improve our practice so that we can continue well? https://t.co/woS2aKntMs
a5 p2. Also take some time to be efficient with the things that make our lives/jobs easier.
There are so many fantastic reminders referring to A5. Should be on a list!
a5- I am sure there would be some witty Monty Python answer about not wearing hats...or only funny ones
A5 Keep it all in perspective. Ensure your life has balance. Make sure you're setting aside time to have fun.
A5. Exercise to free the mind. Work together towards a common goal. Create a support network. Continue to learn
: If your Ss are happy learning, then messy wins!! By day's end, my room often looks like a tornado landed. Lol
Boundaries are healthy and so v necessary to avoid burnout.
A5: make a list of ten things you love to do and make sure you do them! It helps . I do it every week and I reach all ten.
A4 be mindful and recognise you cannot do it all at the same time
A5 work with decisions you don't agree with, learn to say no, accept everyone has a bad day
A6: Want to evolve my edupunk style into new areas
A5 Know your learners, know what they WANT to learn & NEED to learn. Design purposeful learning experiences w them - slow down!
A5 1.Talk with other teachers outside your dept/faculty. 2.Offer constructive solutions. 3.Don't check your email after 9pm.
A6. I'm working on my speaking - hoping to wear the keynote hat this year!
That's right! They know each other's strengths, weaknesses, personalities & work towards a goal bigger than 'ME'.
A6: Making sure I am available to my staff, but also setting the example on stopping and resetting. Rest is normal, needed & good!
agree; having clarity of own purpose & vision allows prioritisation & purposeful work / living.
A5 Stop focusing on the hats and focus on the possibilities in the present moment with your students, team & parents
A5 it's so important to take care of your own health first: mind, body and spirit
A5: Bring your own personality each role. Never try to be something you're not and you'll look good in the hat you're wearing. .
Young People need Genuine Role Models, not CRITICS.
A6: In my 2ndyear at my school I'm hoping to be a more supportive grade team player after all the support I was given in 2015 :)
A6 In 2016, I'm trying to improve my organisational skills and productivity. Basically, be on top of things better.
. Tchng & showingS how to tie laces while tellng S whre bk is+ getting S to get a bandaid+ answer quick ? to other T
A5 Early in my career I was told ur work is IN class listening, nurturing & supporting the Ss. Admin - better done than perfect
A6: improve my role as a mentor. Feel that's great for my development too. A chance for learning for both sides.
A6: I struggle with the boring aspects of teaching. I tend to put them off. Trying to stop that .
A5 - Pt2 - Team more effectively, support & learn from one another, value and create time for Ts to collaborate + reflect as we go
In 2016, I'm looking to improve my role of . To get there, I'll need my team & I'll need to let go of my own agenda.
Just became mentor to 3 1st yr teachers so don't want to muck that up but also don't want my teaching reality to influence theirs
you can't take care of others if your own bucket needs filling
I can relate to that, for sure
looking to be a great graduate teacher. Just taking it one day at a time and being positive and proactive
love this!! we should get kids to do this too. an idea? https://t.co/xhIXT3UjHj
A5: make a list of ten things you love to do and make sure you do them! It helps . I do it every week and I reach all ten.
A6 coaching, writing, presenting, teaching, finishing the PhD. All of the things!
A6: makerspace and STEM .. building my skills in order to share with others.
Great advice. Be yourself and share the best of what you have to offer Stay true to you.
And get all my paperwork done and in on time https://t.co/0nvvqvOuqk
A6 In 2016, I'm trying to improve my organisational skills and productivity. Basically, be on top of things better.
A6: Human Catalyst for Improvement. How? Availability onsite, Twitter, Sleep, speedreading, my fab team and too many spring rolls.
A6: improving my leadership capacity
any particular gigs planned?
A6 - Roles 2 get better at - advocacy, fundraising, mentoring, + more time to be the cheer-leader!
A6: Live growth mindset teaching/learning lifestyle. More than just an advocate! Risk. Fail. Learn. Repeat! Get it right at times!
This isn't email, and nor does it effect what I'll do tomorrow. It is however delaying me from washing the dishes.
A6 having a better idea of what happens across year levels, campuses, classrooms subject areas how? start by taking a lunch break!
A6 I want to be a better bystander in my classroom when the learning is happening. I'm slowly improving by stopping before I talk
A6: In 2016 I want to be a better differentiator, especially for my kids who struggle
you can't if your genuine and build a strong relationship first
Also attempting to start a Women in Edu social group to shrink the remoteness of outback service.
.A6 So many roles in small sch.So will pick 1 & improve that plus make more me time so I get some of weekends & some evenings free
it is great be productive is the best way to have equilibrate life.
Positively affirm others at work build on growth mindset language
Love this https://t.co/ZmNQ8uPAKx
A5 Stop focusing on the hats and focus on the possibilities in the present moment with your students, team & parents
That sounds awesome. I've not heard of them. Is it to promote the best outcomes through good debating?
it's helpful for remembering we can't run ourselves into the ground. Caring for self allows us to care for others.
A6. System Patience -----> More patience!
A6 Coaching: need more training. Relationships: with parents and older students. Mindfulness: need to stop https://t.co/VQP4kG72O8
A6: also slow down, just a little
A6 My hope is to stabilise sustainable change & empower others to lead initiatives in their area of passion or expertise
A6: Space designer hat: rethinking the way they learn and the different spaces I provide them for their learning
A6 The role I want to improve is innovator. I'll do this by being open to & seeking opportunities to innovate.
: A6 1/2 Be a better support for parents. Almost all my Ss have autism so parents are often stressed....
These are my goals too - trying to be mindful when i am working to maximise productivity. https://t.co/hhzpntMWrD
A6 In 2016, I'm trying to improve my organisational skills and productivity. Basically, be on top of things better.
. A6 Me time starts with more sleep. Good night 11.20pm here in NZ. Have a meeting before sch 2 mrw
The journey is deeply unholy.
A6 I'm on a personal quest to seek mindfulness, enjoying challenges of work but also finding time for zen & silence 😬🙆🏻☺️
A5: can't do it all - know your strengths and collaborate with others who complement them.
learning to do less is hard. Seeing the struggle is awkward, but so worth it in the end!
A5 We should take off time to time & re-juv-en-ate, where:
re: have a life
jus: be a kid
en: (a little help?)
ate: nourish selves
looks like a productive days work
cheers, great chat tonight Rob. Awesome qs, too many good comments to read and keep up! Best start to the week
Wonderful idea! https://t.co/i8Hv4mwN5q
Also attempting to start a Women in Edu social group to shrink the remoteness of outback service.
A6: spend less mental energy avoiding admin and more on ideas/strategic thinking
A6 looking to generate new enrichment activities with creating in the engaging the less engaged
Q6. Mentoring role for new teachers, to go to bed before 10:30 every night with all planning etc done. Will be difficult.
I thinks it's the best thing I can do for my own wellbeing as well
A6 Doing some speaking and writing. Jumping out of the comfort zone.
A6: Want to focus on developing my leadership skills this year. Should also make organisation a priority, but unlikely to happen!
A6 I'm excited to embark on my research junket in the states exploring creativity in & meeting tweeps IRL
A6 2016 is the year of 'lead from the middle' for me. Be the change!
A6. Working as a mentor with tech integration in the classroom.
A6 I'll be working on collaborating with other teachers in 2016. My first "Tandem Teaching" session. https://t.co/gJFhthqgqa
: A6 2/2 I'm thinking of starting a parent group at my site for all the SpEd classes for them to connect & share.
you certainly have the right attitude to be a great teacher
Do you recommend this tool? For Ss of what age?
A6 Roles that'll better support students in my sch - learner, coach, thinker, listener, writer, chief supporter & champion of sts
There are challenges that teachers bear but teaching is a beautiful job" and we make a difference https://t.co/qBgojb4SIj
Q7 With so many hats, if you were to have another career after teaching, what are you best prepared for? https://t.co/D7MUIhysrz
A6 My risk-taker self could use some patching up.
sounds super (nerd) fun! When does said junket begin?
A6 Find the courage to blog - honestly & openly! 🙆🏻☺️
No is not difficult to articulate but it is incredibly powerful we need to use it in a more purposeful way https://t.co/JnO34G8nbB
A5 Being critically reflective is key. Asking 'why do I do what I do, and how can I do it better?' https://t.co/B0mGA2w0Rj
Q5 Wearing so many hats can be stressful. How can we improve our practice so that we can continue well? https://t.co/woS2aKntMs
- sorry I haven't been around much tonight - trying to get myself sorted for the next fortnight so I don't feel like I'm drowning!
Ooooooh, add me to that list pleeeeease! :D
A1 charity fund raiser for involve Ss
Yes! I co-created it. All ages, even teachers. Super easy. Currently only on iPads, browser version coming soon.
Sorry to leave as it is awesome tonight! Best wishes to all for comfortable 'hats' that help us learn and grow! Thank you all!
I'm not there yet. I know it's possible, but I'm not there.
A6 2016 I aim to "Be the change you want to see in the world" - worlds to teach by
A6 I'm keen to spread the word that Restorative Practice is the most powerful agent in creating healthy learning communities
how often do we encourage our staff & students to do the same? We do,do & do too much. We need space for reflection
A7 Hopefully being a grandmother!
a6: I say it every week but I still want to improve my organization skills Need to get there by doing instead of saying i'll do.
A6: I need to find my mojo - I lost it in the move!! Hopefully it will find it's way back soon!
A7. Paediatrician, talk show host, zookeeper...
A7: project manager - it's nearly the same. 😉 multitasking!
: I made sure I befriended my night crew and leave them chocolate on craft days. 😉
I worked my butt off during my last rounds last year. I brought nothing home. It's too hard with a young family
A7: I'm not at all prepared for it, but I think it'd have to be counsellor. The things some kids go through
A6 Igniting sustainable change for all learners through my passion for human literacy as the catalyst for learning & life success
thanks for this season to improve and share...educación everyday is changing with teacher like Us.
A6 In 2016 I aim to "Be the change you want to see in the world" - words to teach by
Will give it a try! Thanks!
yes! Ss & Ts (people!) need some stillness, silence, solitude.
A7 Over the past couple of years - HR Manager. Before that - Cousellor. Early on- Wedding planner. https://t.co/BzEI82wRwz
Q7 With so many hats, if you were to have another career after teaching, what are you best prepared for? https://t.co/D7MUIhysrz
Thank you! Please shout if you need any more info.
I sometimes wonder if moving into aged care might be for me? To give back to the community and pass the love.
Eh, you can do that tomorrow.
A7: my gig will be watching the world go by
A7. I think I could be an entertainer - of any type... except maybe singer LOL haven't tried singing to my kids - lucky for them!
A7 If you've been a teacher then you have the skills to be anything you want collaborative, ongoing learner, risk taker, flexible
Special education, early childhood teaching and early intervention have prepared me for a job in paediatrics or the police force
A7 sole trader with all these skills developed anything is possible this is why I am https://t.co/v99rvk1txq LOL :))
Always make friends with the cleaner and the people in the front office 😀
Read the book "How to get things Done" by David Allen. Its changed the way I've managed my time and organisation.
A7: interior designer.. I love my to make spaces feel like home
A7: event mgr, life coach, mediator, tour leader. Taking first steps with launch of my business
Q7 I think I'd be a pretty good Zen Master nowadays thanks to all the patience I've built up while teaching
Tell me about this magic of which you speak?
Distance Ed has taught me to tutor adults & use ICT to create engaging learning resources. Or possibility prison guard?
Q7: Lawyer. See them every day in the classroom! Whenever I have a conversation with a S, other Ss argue law with me!
A7 People always need a little help learning. If I wasn't a school teacher, I'd still be helping people learn in some way.
A7 I could take on any job if I've been a teacher. The amazing skills I've learnt could only enhance a company
A7 After years of teaching high school I'd have to be a zookeeper!
I think we need to model balance and boundaries to our ss, too. or we set them up to fail.
I'm working on a hashtag to share our selfies, I mean research!
I did once and the kids blocked their ears lol
being a zenmaster it's a lot harder than being a teacher..
Well I can of already do as a startup edtech founder, but secretly I want to be a virologist.
I started it but at the time, I couldn't get it done. Honestly! I'll give it another crack, for sure. Thx
A7 Kind of cheated because I already started my new job (teacher librarian).
A7 A career after tchg w/ all the skills we have developed - life coach??! Zoo manager? Tour guide? Rest home manager...anything!!
Thanks for being a great host of tonight.. Give our thanks to Mrs McTaggardt this Valentine's Day
A7 Teaching is the career I’m preparing for after instructional design(ing).. 5 years out maybe.
A7. I would love to work with a variety of schools as a tech coach and sell items on TPT. Those educators make some money!
Great job tonight Rob! Thanks!
GOODNIGHT TWITTERVERSE LOVERS! ❤️❤️❤️ Now go to sleep!
my Year 12s like a bit of guided visualisation as much as my own kids do. :)
yes! I'm building one as we speak - I'll be sharing everything with my & tweeps ☺️
haha yes - one of my goals is to get more sleep :) thanks for the reminder!
Great chat . Thanks for leading it See you next week!
A7: something with multitasking and logistic?
A7 I think most of our skills resolve down to problem solving & critical thinking. That should be the goal of education..
A7: And that's why saying 'no' is important. No one else will look after your family.
. I’ve heard of ‘speed dating’, but I’m not familiar with speed teaching. Is it a compressed course?
me too as a school counsellor, loving it!!!!
Now be warned I've got 20mins left then I'm posting a belated blog post about Fullan's latest book
Good night - thanks for a series of great questions. Off to school camp at the crack of dawn!
No sweat. I am biased when it comes to , but I truly believe that excelling at STEM requires creativity.
