by burdajessdesign | Nov 1, 2023 | Diaries of a Pandemic Art Teacher
Transitioning out of the classroom is much more than a job change. Yes, having an exit plan with action steps is important. Narrowing your career options down to 1-3 roles may be challenging, but necessary. You need to know how to revise your teaching resume with...
by Jessica Madenford | Oct 4, 2023 | Diaries of a Pandemic Art Teacher
Combating burnout is essential for teachers like you to maintain your well-being and find balance between school, your transition, and home life. Once fall arrives, back to school overwhelm decreases, and the push towards the holiday season begins. Before you know it,...
by Jessica Madenford | Sep 5, 2023 | Diaries of a Pandemic Art Teacher
Dear Educators, Another school year has begun, and you’re wondering what’s next for you. Chances are, you’re reading this letter because the question has crossed your mind before: Should I leave education or should I stay? It’s completely normal to question if the...
by Jessica Madenford | Nov 4, 2021 | Diaries of a Pandemic Art Teacher, Life's Journey
Photo by eberhard grossgasteiger on Pexels.com Week 9 Dear Diary, October is my favorite month. Birthday celebrations, fall foliage, cooler temperatures, and the closer we get to Christmas music. This year, October was a challenging month for me. My thoughts of...
by Jessica Madenford | Aug 24, 2021 | Diaries of a Pandemic Art Teacher
Dear Diary, Once again, I come to you. I must find a space to breathe just as I desperately needed last year at this time. The fear of the unknowns no longer exists after living through one of the most unpredictable times in my career. The worry of returning to school...
by Jessica Madenford | Jun 19, 2021 | Diaries of a Pandemic Art Teacher, Life's Journey
“It gets better.” This quote has been a part of my journey for years. It stemmed from something my aunt once shared with me about following my instincts during an incredibly difficult time in my life. Whatever “it” is that is happening, good or bad, it will get...
