BOUNDARIES FOR TEACHERS
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Knowledge is power, but it’s nothing without practice. Use the following series to practice:
Recognizing when you need a boundary.
Writing down healthy boundaries you would benefit from.
Communicating those boundaries with the people who matter.
Restating and practicing your boundary as often as is needed.
Video 1: Do You Need Boundaries?
IN THIS VIDEO:
Learn what a boundary is (it’s much more than just saying no!).
Learn the short and long-term signs that you need a boundary.
Find out what healthy and unhealthy boundaries look like.
Reflect on your current relationship with boundaries.
ACTIVITY:
Teacher Boundaries Self-Assessment Quiz
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Video 2: Why Don’t You Have Boundaries?
IN THIS VIDEO:
Dive into the 4 main obstacles that prevent people from setting healthy boundaries (in other words, learn why setting boundaries can be challenging).
Discover quick strategies to overcome each of these obstacles.
Reflect on the main obstacles you struggle with when it comes to setting school year boundaries
ACTIVITY:
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Video 3: Boundaries with WORKLOAD
IN THIS VIDEO:
Learn why boundaries with workload is essential for happy teachers and staff.
Discover common boundaries violations schools and teachers commit with workload.
Reflect on examples of healthy workload boundaries.
Learn quick time management strategies to get the work done in less time AFTER you’ve set your boundaries.
ACTIVITY:
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
The Eisenhower Method: CHOOSING WHICH WORK TASKS TO FOCUS ON
Simplify (choose 3 tasks): TO MAKE YOUR TO-DO LIST LESS OVERWHELMING
The Pomodoro Technique: TO GET MORE DONE IN LESS TIME
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Video 4: Boundaries with WORK-LIFE BALANCE
IN THIS VIDEO:
Learn why boundaries with work-life balance is essential for teacher retention and career longevity.
Discover common boundaries violations schools and teachers commit with work-life balance.
Reflect on examples of healthy work-life balance boundaries.
Learn quick time management strategies to get the work done in less time AFTER you’ve set your boundaries.
ACTIVITY:
Your Boundaries with WORK-LIFE BALANCE
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Video 5: Boundaries with WORK RELATIONSHIPS
IN THIS VIDEO:
Learn why boundaries with work relationships are essential for feeling comfortable and safe at school.
Discover common boundaries violations schools and teachers commit with work relationships.
Reflect on examples of healthy work relationship boundaries.
Learn effective strategies to communicate your boundaries with others at work.
ACTIVITY:
Your Boundaries with WORK RELATIONSHIPS
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Video 6: Boundaries with YOURSELF
IN THIS VIDEO:
Learn why boundaries with yourself is an essential step to feeling balanced, happy and healthy during the school year.
Discover common boundaries violations people have with themselves.
Reflect on examples of healthy boundaries you can consider setting with yourself.
Start shifting your self-talk, and finding a balance between self-compassion and self-discipline with self-care.
ACTIVITY:
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Video 7: Setting Boundaries as a School Community
IN THIS VIDEO:
Discover the top reasons why it’s beneficial for school communities to set boundaries.
Learn strategies to apply the four boundary areas above as a staff and school community.
Learn how to lead a conversation with your school staff/community to start implementing healthy boundaries together.
ACTIVITY:
Leading a Staff Conversation: Creating Community Boundaries
