You’re energized by a challenge and look ahead for systems that would solve the bigger problems.
You raise your hand to pioneer and pilot new curriculum, new programs, and new routines.
You’re a big picture thinker.
Your teammates may look to you to learn about what’s new in ed tech, educational policy, or up and coming curriculum.
You’ve probably led (if you’re not currently doing so) as a department lead, grade level chair, or coordinator, and the role gives you so much energy.
You’re not afraid of change - in fact, you thrive in it!
You’re always thinking outside the box about how to approach teaching your content, handling a particular student behavior, or introducing a new skill.
But sometimes you get sidetracked by exploring the newest and greatest strategies that you don’t always follow through with the projects you started initially.
When this happens, step back and reflect on the systems that have worked for you in the past and commit to the ones that work.
Choose a couple of systems to tweak and innovate so that you don’t get overwhelmed.
HOLD ON THERE, does this sound like you? If not, hop on over here to see the other results. This quiz isn’t exactly a mind reader so if we got it wrong - my apologies.
Hi, I'm Grace.
I'm an elementary school teacher turned productivity coach and podcaster for teachers. I'm also a toddler momma, bookworm, and coffee enthusiast.
In my 4th year of teaching, I realized that I needed to restructure my life if I didn't want to burn out. I was pregnant with my first baby, working 60 hour weeks, and still felt like I wasn’t doing enough.
I ingested all the books and podcasts that promised they could help me become the mom and the teacher that I wanted to be. I ultimately discovered that productivity needed to be personal. My work habits needed to be tailored to my personality, my values, and my strengths in order for them to stick. When I rewired my systems and routines to reflect this framework, I not only got more done but I also became more confident in my teaching.
Now I help teachers like you utilize their strengths and expertise as productivity tools so they can get more done while feeling more confident.
WANNA LEARN MORE ABOUT INNOVATIVE VISIONARIES?
When you’re struggling to stay motivated, consider these questions:
❖ What systems can I depend on to function while I innovate others?
❖ What systems/strategies need improvement?
❖ How will I collect data on the systems I am innovating/improving?
RESOURCES FOR INNOVATIVE VISIONARIES
Self Care Planner
Create mental and emotional boundaries
Strategize ways to advocate for yourself
Collaborate with other teachers
Productivity Guide
Tips and tricks for time management during lesson planning, grading, and communication
Create strategic systems and routines
