What is Collective Impact? It’s a term used to describe aligning community efforts around shared educational goals. It means that teachers who work together, lifting each other up, and focus on common outcomes of excellence in education can make the strongest impact on others.

Transparency, shared accountability and collaboration are things we can strive for on our own, but can be exponentially impacted when practiced collectively.

In this episode of the Educators Among Us podcast, host Scott Barron, Chief Reinvention Officer with School Growth, has an inspiring conversation with Dr. Rudy Ruiz, founder and CEO of Edifying Teachers and Founder of The Ready Institute. They discuss the vital role educators play in shaping lives, the challenges faced in the education profession, and the importance of mentorship and community support.

Dr. Ruiz shares his journey into education, the concept of collective impact, and the significance of building trust within educational environments. The conversation also touches on advice for new education leaders and the goals of the Ready Institute, emphasizing the need for holistic support in the teaching profession.

Takeaways

-Educators play a crucial role in shaping lives.

-Building relationships is essential in education.

-The education profession faces significant challenges.

-Mentorship is vital for teacher retention.

-Collective impact can drive positive change in education.

-Transparency fosters trust among educators.

-New leaders should recognize the assets of their staff.

-The Ready Institute aims to respond to industry needs.

-Holistic support is necessary for educators to thrive.

-Burnout is a significant issue in the teaching profession.

Chapters

00:46 Introduction to the Educators Among Us Podcast

04:45 The Impact of Educators on Lives

10:34 Challenges in the Education Profession

11:17 The Concept of Edifying Teachers

14:02 Collective Impact in Education

16:09 Building Trust in Educational Environments

20:38 Advice for New Education Leaders

24:51 The Ready Institute and Its Goals

26:50 Conclusion and Inspiration

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What we say matters. Our words are important and when well-intended, they can make a tremendous difference to those who will listen. But timing is also crucial. There is a time to provide an opinion, and a time to let it go. Difficult moments, emotional days, and stressful situations may not be the best time to share our words of wisdom. Weddings are one example. School days are sometimes those things every day, and so we need to be very careful to protect the trust that we have developed.

In this episode of the Educators Among Us podcast, host Scott Barron, Chief Reinvention Officer with School Growth, talks openly about using our words wisely, with timing, and with an understanding of the relative situation we are in. The importance of emotional intelligence in navigating the complexities of school environments is crucial to the transformative power of educators.

He emphasizes the need for trust, effective communication, and the significance of timing in interactions. Scott also encourages educators to reflect on their emotional awareness and the impact of their words, highlighting the responsibility they hold in shaping the lives of their students.

Words matter. When we use them matters. When we stay “emotionally smart”, we’ll have a better understanding to effectively use our words wisely in those meaningful moments.

Takeaways

-Educators have a transformative impact on individuals and communities.

-The role of educators comes with a higher standard of accountability.

-Emotional intelligence is crucial in educational settings.

-Words can have lasting effects, especially in sensitive situations.

-Trust is essential for a healthy school culture.

-Timing is critical in communication and feedback.

-Effective educators must read the room and context.

-There is a balance between standing firm and yielding for the greater good.

-Self-reflection is important for personal and professional growth.

-Educators should strive to stay emotionally smart in their interactions.

Chapters

00:43 Introduction

3:08 Persuasion to Change

4:03 Memories of Wedding Days

5:58 The Delicate Fuel

8:29 Getting the Timing Right

11:04 Staying Emotionally Smart

12:15 Coaching Question

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Things happen. School happens! Changes will take place. Our path is a curvy one, with unending surprises. We have choices to make. Because we are responsible for the outcome, no matter what caused the change. How we handle the unexpected is the most accurate revelation of our true character.

In this episode of the Educators Among Us podcast, host Scott Barron, Chief Reinvention Officer with School Growth, discusses the vital role of trust and resilience among educators, and the necessary skills needed to anticipate and manage change.

He uses the metaphor of navigating curves in life to illustrate the challenges educators face and emphasizes the importance of adaptability, perspective, and collaboration in overcoming these obstacles. Through stories of the astronauts who experienced significant unexpected issues in their 9-month extended Space Station mission, and through personal reflections, he encourages educators to embrace setbacks as opportunities for growth and to foster a supportive community for all.

How will we handle the curveballs that will inevitably come our way? That is the focus of this episode of the Educators Among Us Podcast.

Takeaways

-Trust is essential for effective teamwork in education.

-Unexpected challenges can lead to new opportunities.

-Resilience is key in navigating life's curves.

-Our mindset influences how we handle setbacks.

-As educators, we model learning for our students.

-Asking better questions can lead to better outcomes.

-Collaboration is crucial for overcoming challenges.

-Maintaining perspective helps in difficult situations.

-Commitment to growth is vital for educators.

Chapters

00:45 Introduction

01:50 Caution: Curves Ahead

03:26 Owning It: Lessons from Space

07:10 Comfort Zones and Curve Balls

11:59 Choices Within Our Control

15:32 Thank you

16:24 A Coaching Question

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