133. Overwhelmed by Student Behaviors? Expert Micro-Wellness Strategies to Manage Classroom Stress with Special Guest Jessica Werner

Feb 11, 2025

In this impactful episode of The Resilient Teacher Podcast, Jessica Werner joins us to discuss the pressing challenges educators are facing and practical strategies to navigate them.

Jessica Werner, Ph.D., is the Founder and CEO of Northshore Learning. Dr. Werner works with schools worldwide as an instructor, a professor of education and classroom management, and as a consultant. She is passionate about helping schools support and retain effective teachers, as the job of educators becomes more challenging due to increases in student academic, behavioral, and mental health needs. Dr. Werner specializes in behavior support, social and emotional learning, student regulation and self-management, and holistic approaches to student behavior and educator wellness.

TOPICS COVERED:

Global Trends in Education: How issues like increased workloads, higher student needs, and behavior challenges are affecting teachers across different school systems worldwide.
Behavior as Communication: Understanding the “why” behind student behavior and responding with empathy and restorative practices.
Teacher Well-Being: How to implement micro well-being practices to help teachers regulate their nervous systems during the school day.
Personalized Professional Development: The importance of tailored support for educators and why autonomy matters in professional growth.
Practical Strategies for Teachers: Tips for creating sustainable self-care habits, including quick “joy snacks” to boost energy and mood.

CONNECT WITH JESSICA WERNER:

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.northshorelearning.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-werner-ph-d-818032163/

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