Finding Joy in Teaching | Sir, You Look Tired

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Sir You Look Tired - The Unofficial CPD for Exhausted Teachers

Martin and Dan

30 episodes

4 days ago

Sir, You Look Tired is the brutally honest podcast for exhausted teachers. Hosted by Martin (ex-teacher turned coach) and Dan (still in the classroom), this is the staffroom chat you actually want to be part of. Expect laughs, rants, and real talk on burnout, behaviour, wellbeing and surviving until half-term. Unofficial CPD at its finest.

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Finding Joy in Teaching | Sir, You Look Tired

Sir You Look Tired - The Unofficial CPD for Exhausted Teachers

42 minutes 48 seconds

1 month ago

Finding Joy in Teaching | Sir, You Look Tired

Welcome back to another episode of "Sir, You Look Tired"! Martin and Dan dive into the wild world of teaching, sharing honest stories about classroom chaos, teacher burnout, and the moments that make it all worthwhile. From hilarious nativity mishaps to the realities of school budgets, behavior management, and the joy of seeing kids learn, this episode is packed with relatable tales and practical wisdom for teachers everywhere.

Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting out, you’ll find plenty to laugh about—and maybe a few reminders of why you started teaching in the first place. Don’t forget to leave us a comment, rate us five stars, and send in your own unforgettable staff room stories!

Timestamps & chapters below 👇

00:00 Introduction

00:18 Highlighting the Positives of Teaching

03:54 Favourite Subjects to Teach

06:06 Creative Teaching Methods

14:58 Challenges and Behavior Management

21:13 Behaviour Management Strategies

23:24 Printing in Red: Budget Woes

24:38 Inappropriate Searches and Filters

29:45 The Joys and Challenges of Teaching

31:09 Unexpected Classroom Moments

35:10 The Reality of Teaching Adverts

38:27 Student Teacher Experiences

42:22 Concluding Thoughts