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The Resilient Teacher Project

The Resilient Teacher Project

By Julie Sochacki

The Resilient Teacher Project: thirty minutes or less on-the-go professional development segments intended to inspire and empower busy educators. Go to www.teachertlc.com
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Planning, Instruction, and Assessment

The Resilient Teacher ProjectSep 27, 2018

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The Half Day Teacher Retreat: Wellness Practices for Every Teacher
Jan 26, 202111:08
Intentional and Inspirational Practices that School Administrators Can Implement Right Now
Nov 05, 202035:00
Four Wisdom Teachings to Transform Your Life

Four Wisdom Teachings to Transform Your Life

Julie dives into the teachings of don Miguel Ruiz's The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (A Toltec Wisdom Book). These practices will bring more freedom, ease, empowerment and truth-telling into your life. It's a perfect time to adopt this wisdom as you balance your teaching with your personal life and world events.  If you want inspiration for teachers in your inbox, go to www.teachertlc.com

Oct 22, 202009:52
How I Reinvented Myself Four Times and How You Can Find your Purpose

How I Reinvented Myself Four Times and How You Can Find your Purpose

Julie shares four pivotal stories from her life when she took the leap outside of her comfort zone and what each one had in common. If you are trying to identify your life's purpose, this is a must listen! Have a question about finding your purpose? Email Julie: sochacki@hartford.edu

(find your purpose, teachers making changes, reinvent yourself, what do I do next)

Oct 10, 202018:48
Wellness Practices for Strong Immune System and More: Update and Check In
Aug 04, 202018:38
The Transformative Practice of Gratitude with Jennifer Wasmer
Aug 04, 202045:19
Our Wellness Wake Up Call: Wellness Series, Episode #2
Jul 23, 202057:57
Our Wellness Wake Up Call: Wellness Series #1
Jul 20, 202007:02
Cultivating Connection and Compassion in the Online Classroom

Cultivating Connection and Compassion in the Online Classroom

Julie shares a PD segment with her listening audience entitled Cultivating Connection and Compassion in the Online Classroom intended for University of Hartford faculty. Want teacher inspiration in your inbox? Go to www.teachertlc.com

Apr 23, 202030:56
The Working from Home Transition for Educators
Mar 25, 202011:44
Teachers, Exhale: 10 Resilience/Wellness Strategies for Educator Ease during Covid-19
Mar 21, 202015:48
What's Next? Teachers Taking the Leap
Mar 03, 202009:58
Integrating Elements of the Montessori Philosophy into the Traditional Classroom

Integrating Elements of the Montessori Philosophy into the Traditional Classroom

Montessori teaching expert Tom Fahsbender, Middle School Director of Curriculum and Supervision at Washington Montessori School in New Preston, Connecticut, joins Julie in a conversation about transforming our teaching. Many elements of the Montessori model support strengthening our classroom community and our own self-care. 




Jan 16, 202036:44
Resilience and Empathy in Young Adult Literature

Resilience and Empathy in Young Adult Literature

Joanne Mumley, veteran ELA teacher at Tyrrell Middle School in Wolcott, Connecticut, joins Julie to talk specifically about how she connects resilience and empathy to young adult literature in her classroom.

Jan 05, 202023:03
Transform Yourself; Transform Your Classroom: It's Time to Level Up!

Transform Yourself; Transform Your Classroom: It's Time to Level Up!

It’s 2020! This is your year! It's time to level up! It’s not about how to change your students, it’s about how to transform yourself. With teacher burnout and mental health issues at an all time high, you are the only one who will give yourself the permission to care for yourself and make important changes that will shift your life and your classroom into a space of positivity, resilience and compassion.

Jan 05, 202015:31
Teacher Self-care and Wellbeing with Dr. Theresa Melito-Conners

Teacher Self-care and Wellbeing with Dr. Theresa Melito-Conners

Join Julie and Dr. Theresa Melito-Conners, founder of Dr. MC's Self-care Cabaret, as they dive into the topic of teacher self-care and wellness. 

Dec 30, 201932:27
Enjoy More, Stress Less during the Holidays
Nov 26, 201907:49
Overcoming Overwhelm

Overcoming Overwhelm

Julie offers some strategies for moving out of overwhelm when everything feels like it's just too much!

Oct 23, 201910:54
Moving from Instructor-Centered to Learner-Centered in the Classroom
Sep 26, 201922:44
Increase Mindfulness and Decrease Stress in the Classroom

Increase Mindfulness and Decrease Stress in the Classroom

Join Julie as she talks with Nicole Foti, Director of Clinical Experiences in the Department of Education at University of Hartford.

Sep 20, 201920:55
Diversity, Empathy, & Inclusion with Dr. Sarah Hart

Diversity, Empathy, & Inclusion with Dr. Sarah Hart

Dr. Sarah Hart and I sat down to have a conversation about diversity, empathy, and inclusion. We enjoyed our conversation so much that we decided to record a portion of it. Enjoy!

Sep 11, 201914:52
What's Your Self-Care Plan?

What's Your Self-Care Plan?

Welcome to the new school year! Begin this year by creating a foundational self-care plan that will increase your wellness and energy level. Start today!

Sep 09, 201911:13
Self-care and Resilience in the Classroom

Self-care and Resilience in the Classroom

Joanne Mumley, ELA teacher from Tyrrell Middle School in Wolcott, CT talks with Julie about self-care and resilience in the classroom.

Apr 17, 201917:40
Dear Student Teachers,

Dear Student Teachers,

Julie motivates and inspires teacher candidates to keep going by offering them a simple resilience plan. The finish line is in sight! 

Mar 19, 201907:30
Mind, Body, Spirit Challenge II

Mind, Body, Spirit Challenge II


Julie leads listeners through a self-care challenge for mind, body and spirit.

Feb 22, 201906:14
Mind, Body, Spirit Challenge I

Mind, Body, Spirit Challenge I

Julie leads listeners through a self-care challenge for mind, body and spirit.

Veggie recipes:

https://elisemuseles.com/recipes/fiesta-stuffed-sweet-potatoes/

https://elisemuseles.com/recipes/moroccan-spiced-sheet-pan-dinner/

https://elisemuseles.com/recipes/pb-j-smoothie-bowl/?sf_paged=4


Feb 05, 201909:41
Taking Care of Yourself in 2019

Taking Care of Yourself in 2019

Julie shares three non-negotiable areas for wellness and a simple strategy that will create more space in your week.

Jan 18, 201910:22
Nov/Dec Self-care Practices
Nov 26, 201813:19
Upgrading Our Thinking on Special Education
Nov 05, 201819:02
Moving Beyond Foundational Dispositions
Oct 29, 201815:08
Embracing Teacher Self-Care

Embracing Teacher Self-Care

Julie sets forth foundational self-care practices for teachers. Show Notes: Recipe for energy balls: https://www.wellplated.com/energy-balls/ Blog: Three Course Meal in the Classroom: https://www.teachertlc.com/single-post/2017/09/21/A-Three-Course-Meal-in-the-Classroom My favorite soup: https://kaleandchocolate.com/recipe/white-bean-kale-sweet-potato-soup/ Crock pot chicken soup: https://damndelicious.net/2016/10/27/slow-cooker-chicken-noodle-soup/ Elena Aguilar’s article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/building-resilience-preventing-burnout Getting mindful about breathing: https://www.edutopia.org/article/getting-mindful-about-breathing?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=socialflow
Oct 19, 201813:35
Best Practices: Initiations/Closures and Transitions/Routines
Oct 16, 201813:16
Critical Thinking Skills for Global, Digital Learners
Oct 08, 201811:09
Resilience is the Doorway to Thriving

Resilience is the Doorway to Thriving

Listen to Julie's take aways from Dr. Maria Sirois' cutting edge workshop on resilience and self-care.
Oct 01, 201814:42
Planning, Instruction, and Assessment

Planning, Instruction, and Assessment

Latest episode of The Resilient Teacher Project
Sep 27, 201819:18
The Four Agreements

The Four Agreements

Julie encourages educators to integrate Don Miguel Ruiz's The Four Agreements both in and out of the classroom.

Go to www.teachertlc.com for more!

Sep 19, 201807:09
The Characteristics of a Resilient Teacher

The Characteristics of a Resilient Teacher

A third year resilient teacher shares her wisdom and insights.
Sep 14, 201825:15
Episode 2: Making Connections/Building Relationships for teachers/leaders

Episode 2: Making Connections/Building Relationships for teachers/leaders

Nicole Martone, ELA Department Head at Danbury High School in Connecticut, joins Julie in a discussion about making connections and building relationships with colleagues and students.
Sep 11, 201816:29
Episode 1: Welcome!

Episode 1: Welcome!

University of Hartford clinical professor Julie Sochacki introduces and welcomes teachers to the Resilient Teacher Project, podcast episodes that serve as on-the-go professional development for busy educators.
Sep 01, 201808:59