Hosted by Barb Flowers · EN · 98 episodes
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Welcome to The 8 to 4 Teacher, where we tackle the habits, routines, and mindset shifts that help teachers leave school at 4—without guilt. This is a space for teachers who want to do meaningful work—without working around the clock. I’m your host, Barb Flowers, and I believe you can be an amazing teacher and have a life outside of school. Let’s build a teaching life that feels sustainable and fulfilling. Let’s make 8 to 4 your new normal.
Barb Flowers hosts The 8-to-4 Teacher, a business show with 98 episodes published.
Struggling with classroom management? What if the missing key is your confidence as a teacher? In this episode of The 8 to 4 Teacher, we dive deep into how confidence and presence transform classroom management. Beyond r
Welcome to The Eight to Four Teacher ! In this episode, Barb Flowers discusses how to set goals that truly guide your year—without the overwhelm. Learn how to create specific, actionable goals for both professional growt
In today’s episode, we’re exploring how delegation in the classroom can help avoid burnout and boost productivity. Learn how to: Identify tasks to delegate Empower others to take responsibility Overcome the fear of letti
Starting a new school year can stir up a lot of emotions—especially when you don’t know what to expect. Whether it’s a new curriculum, a new class makeup, or simply the uncertainty of how the year will go, this episode i
Feeling overwhelmed by back-to-school professional development? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we’re tackling the pressure to overhaul everything after a single PD session—and why that’s not the answer. Barb share
Welcome to The 8 to 4 Teacher Podcast ! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the essential tasks to tackle before your students walk through the door. If the thought of back-to-school prep feels overwhelming, this check
Welcome to The 8 to 4 Teacher Podcast ! In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to make summer habits stick when school starts. If you’ve ever created healthy routines during summer only to see them disappear once sc
Welcome to Season 2 of The 8 to 4 Teacher. Summer break isn’t a cure for burnout—it’s an opportunity for a reset. In this episode of The 8 to 4 Teacher , we’re talking about why true recovery from burnout requires more t
Welcome to The 8 to 4 Teacher — the new name, same mission, but with a clearer path forward. In this kickoff episode, I’m sharing why I’ve rebranded The Teacher Burnout Podcast and how this shift better reflects the supp
Do you overthink everything as a teacher? Do you overthink lesson plans, meetings with your principal, colleagues, or parents? If that sounds like you, then this episode is for you. In this episode we talk about: What ov
Are you caught in the comparison trap as a teacher? Do you feel like you never quite measure up? I've been there too. In this episode, I share: The real toll comparison takes on your teaching and wellbeing Practical stra
Are you dreading Mondays as a Teacher? Do you need a reset strategy? Listen to this episode to learn: Practical strategies to transform your Monday mindset Tips to prepare on Friday that eliminate weekend anxiety How to
Are you a teacher who feels like you've lost autonomy in your classroom? Are you stressed because you have a more rigid curriculum to follow? I hear this from many teachers. In this episode, I provide you with tips on ho
Do you struggle with dreading going to work on Mondays? Do you have anxiety about the upcoming week? In this episode, we dive into the topic of the Sunday Scaries. We cover the following topics: What the Sunday Scaries a
Do you get frustrated with grading? Does the complexity of grades overwhelm you? Join me in this podcast episode with guest Starr Sackstein as we explore grading reform. Here are the three main takeaways from our convers
Are you feeling bored or unsure about your next steps as a teacher? Do you sense a need for a change in your career? In this episode, guest Starr Sackstein shares her journey from teaching to leadership roles in educatio
Do you wish you could reignite the passion for teaching you once had? In this episode, guest Mike Anderson, author of "Rekindle Your Professional Fire," shares his experiences as a teacher and consultant, offering insigh
Do you thrive on healthy routines during summer, only to struggle when the school year begins? You're not alone! In this episode, I sit down with health and fitness coach Brittany Stout to tackle this common challenge fa
This episode is part of the National Literacy Month series of podcasts , presented in partnership between the Be Podcast Network and Reading Is Fundamental (RIF). Has your district started implementing reading practices
This episode is part of the National Literacy Month series of podcasts , presented in partnership between the Be Podcast Network and Reading Is Fundamental (RIF). Do you feel like your school has a culture of literacy? A
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