In this episode we meet Kimber, a principal and teacher at an inclusive special needs school in KZN, South Africa.

In this episode we will explore pertinent issues that have arisen in the public eye... and that we as Teachers can from: Never giving up ? Winning and Losing with dignity, Bullying, and How to "grow up and be the best person we can be" aka "IF" by Rudyard Kipling

Meet Sandra, a teacher with international experience of over 30 years as she reflects on both good and bad advice she has received and on the advice she would give all learners if she could. We end by highlighting the golden thread in her Interview and how Paolo Freira fits in

As we celebrate teachers in our lives I would like to ensure you know that YOU ARE VALUED!! I would like to give you a gift of thanks as a teacher. On my instagram ( @claudinestorbeck ) you will see some pics of books... choose one or choose them all, they are free for you to download at ROOTS RESOURCES ( Google Centre for Deaf Studies). ENJOY!

In this short episode we look at the teaching Epitaph, and if that were your teaching destination how you would get there? While reflecting on your epitaph, let's consider what the learners will really say (if we were to be honest) and then finally considering what the role of the teacher really is, if we have been replaced so easily during covid.....

In this episode we introduce you to another Teacher of Excellence. Learn from other Master educators as they share their views, advice and experience.

In this episode we continue our desire to learn from other teachers of excellence ... whilst on our journey as teachers.

This episode explores how we as teachers can engage with our learners' intense emotions ... whether its party time, exam time or being in love, emotions impact on learning.

I am so excited to introduce you our 1st teacher of excellence: Natalie G. This is a teacher who is authentic, energetic and passionate about ensuring each learner becomes the best that they can be. Sitting next to her at a sport event, I see in the eyes of every 'old Boy' that greets her, a teacher that has truly impacted their lives!

In this episode we reflect on how we cope in times such as this ... because as educators we need to understand ourselves first before we can really give of ourselves to teaching. We will explore the 4 stages of grief and look at ways that we can begin the address where we are at.

Its not often that a small little book about stuff that seems so obvious, has had such an impact on my practice, particularly in those situations that go wrong. This episode addresses how I think we as teachers can learn from the first core principles of the wonderful little book by Sandra Blackard " SAY WHAT YOU SEE". Her book is freely available to read on-line on her website....

This episode explores just how fundamental communication is to us as humans ... and how this is being undermined by pandemic management strategies. As we become aware of this, we need to start reflecting on if, how and in what way we can become communicators of excellence ((the next episode will engage with more practical details and strategies on how we can do this!!))

This episode will discuss the impact of this unprecedented time on our children and learners and the stages of 'stress and grief that we go through. As we consider the very real impact in the 5 areas of our learners lives (emotional, mental, physical, social and spiritual), we will explore some ways to support them (the 5 R's)

This Episode will introduce you to the wonderful power of books and particularly books that are totally unrelated to education, teaching or the specific subjects you teach. Over the next few months, I will be sharing some amazing learning and insights from the most unexpected books. These episodes will all be entitled BOOKS BOOKS BOOKS

In this episode we will explore what we would see as a "successful education, beyond the subjects ... In the 1st section I ask you to consider what you believe are/ should be the success markers of a good education, after which I share mine ... we end this episode by contemplating how we as teachers of subjects like science, history, maths and languages among others, can have an impact on our learners as they develope a love for learning, self discipline, the ability to problem solve, a deep sense of integrity and so much more....

In this episode 1. we start to explore what we need and what our learners need to get "back on track". How do we catch up this time lost...? 2. We think about the concept of "Needs" and look at Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. We then 3.Reflect on what this means for our learners and finally 4.start grappling with what this means for us (we will unpack this further in a future episode)

This episode explore another key aspect of being and becoming a teacher ... the practice of teaching

In this episode we will touch on the reality of teaching when life happens. When an orange is squeezed, does orange juice come out or lemon juice? What do humility, bravery and fun have to do with " a day in the life of a teacher" and is there a teacher personality"?

One never thinks of THINKING as a key part of our roles as Teachers ... as something we need to schedule time for in our weekly diaries. BUT, its essential in becoming the most amazing teacher. Join me as we thinking about 1. Thinking intellectually 2. Thinking creatively and 3. Thinking about how they think

As we all yearn to be the best teachers we can be, let's start by addressing the obvious things first: Teachers of excellence are FIRSTLY, READERS ... and as they say "Readers are Leaders" and SECONDLY, we are LEARNERS!