62. Work Smarter, Not Harder: Tips for Overwhelmed Teachers, an Interview with Ashleigh Smith of Rainbow Sky Creations

As the school year comes to an end in the United States, many of us are already thinking about what the next school year will bring. At some point, even if it's in August, you will be gearing up for back-to-school and the extra energy it will require of you. What if we took this summer to think about how we could approach the many tasks and asks of the school year so we could focus on what matters most? In this interview with Ashleigh Smith of Rainbow Sky Creations, you will get a refreshing reminder of how things can work better in your classroom without reinventing the wheel and feeling like you have to check every item off your to-do list in order to be an effective teacher. You'll enjoy this practical, fun conversation that will have you reflecting on how you can spend your time in the classroom to make the best use of it, without being distracted by things that don't make the best use of our time and energy.Ashleigh is one half of Rainbow Sky Creations, where she works alongside her business partner Alisha to create resources and content for primary school teachers. With a genuine love for teaching, Ashleigh is passionate about helping educators feel more confident, supported, and inspired in their classrooms. She is driven to find ways to make learning meaningful and engaging for students while simplifying the day-to-day demands placed on teachers.At the heart of her work is the belief in working smarter, not harder. Ashleigh understands classroom realities and is committed to creating practical tools and ideas that lighten the load without compromising impact. Through Rainbow Sky Creations, she aims to ensure teachers feel supported, valued, and never alone, always reminding them that rainbows lie ahead.To connect with Ashleigh:Online shop: https://shop.rainbowskycreations.com/Blog: https://rainbowskycreations.com/blogInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rainbowskycreations/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rainbowskycreations?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rainbowskycreations/Have a question or idea for a future episode on teacher burnout or classroom management? Want to be a guest interview? Send me a text - I'd love to hear from you!Support the showWatch my TEDx talk on teacher resilience and burnout here. Get your copy of Teachaholic: The 7-Day MindSET Shift to Conquer Burnout, Build Life-Changing Boundaries, and Reignite Your Love for Teaching at www.erinsponaugle.com/book. Download the Teachaholic Action Guide to begin your journey back from burnout!  SUBSCRIBE to Next Chapter for Teachers on YouTube!Download The Great 88: Rules, Routines, and Expectations to Go Over and Over! For more resources on classroom management, time management, and  teacher burnout, visit www.erinsponaugle.com.Find more upper elementary classroom resources by visiting Next Chapter Press on Teachers Pay Teachers. InstagramFacebookPinterest