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I Knew I Wanted to Teach and That's Not Changed - A Chat with Poppy

I Knew I Wanted to Teach and That's Not Changed - A Chat with Poppy

Update: 2024-05-10
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In this episode, Martin and Poppy interview Poppy, a reception teacher with pink hair. Poppy shares her journey into teaching and the challenges she faced during her NQT year.  She emphasises the importance of finding a supportive network of friends and seeking advice from experienced teachers.

Poppy also talks about her role as the farm lead at her school and the joy she finds in interacting with the animals. Her advice to listeners is to have a diverse group of friends and to be open to different perspectives.

Takeaways

  • Find a supportive network of friends who can provide advice and different perspectives.
  • Seek help and advice from experienced teachers when facing challenges.
  • Embrace diverse friendships and learn from people in different stages of life.
  • Find joy in your work and take time for self-care.
  • Create a positive and supportive environment for yourself and your students.
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I Knew I Wanted to Teach and That's Not Changed - A Chat with Poppy

I Knew I Wanted to Teach and That's Not Changed - A Chat with Poppy

Martin Malone and Poppy Gibson