Mastering Your Classroom and Life with Kindergarten Teacher Gina Venancio

What happens when you land your dream job and it feels more like a battlefield than a classroom? <br/><br/>Kindergarten teacher Gina Venancio knows that feeling all too well. After years of struggling to manage her classroom, a heart-to-heart with her teaching partner gave her the wake-up call she needed to take control. <br/><br/>Gina embarked on a journey of researching classroom management and student behavior, learning that effective control doesn't rely on threats or bribes but a sustainable approach tailored to each student.<br/><br/>Gina’s teaching journey didn't stop with mastering classroom management. She had to learn how to balance her roles as a teacher, a coach for other educators, and maintain her personal life. Gina shares how she sets boundaries, lets go of perfectionism, and manages her time intentionally. Trust us, you won't want to miss her thoughts on the art of ‘doing nothing’ and how strategic rest periods can boost your productivity and well-being.<br/><br/>But a teacher's life isn't just about classroom management and work-life balance. Gina and I dive into the challenges of the teaching profession, from the often frustrating reality of micromanagement to the vital role of student advocacy. She passionately speaks about the need for teacher autonomy and the importance of having a team approach to avoid feeling isolated. <br/><br/>Gina has some great tips on how to access resources online without breaking the bank. And, for those considering leaving the profession, she offers some valuable advice and a heartfelt reminder of why you started teaching in the first place. Join us for a conversation filled with practical tips, invaluable insights, and inspirational moments. You won't regret it.<br/><br/>Follow Gina for tips, tricks, and trainings:<br/>IG: @teachingwithheart<br/>https://linktr.ee/Teachingwithheart Support the showFollow me: Apple App: Mindful Miri IG: @mindful_miri Website: mindfulmiri.com A.W.E. Website: awesomeeducators.org Thank you for your support and for giving me grace for any typos, errors, and foot-in-mouth moments. <br/><br/>Want to be a guest? Email miri@mindfulmiri.com<br/><br/>I appreciate you