Answering the Call — Purpose, Growth & The Heart of Teaching with Erika Robichaux

In this episode of Bold Women Collective Backstory, Jolene Levin sits down with Erika Robichaux, educator with Bass Lake Joint Union Elementary School District, for a heartfelt conversation about teaching as a calling and leading with purpose in the classroom.Erika shares how answering the call to teach has shaped her journey of growth, resilience, and community impact. Together, they explore why education is more than a career — it’s a commitment to making a difference every single day. From pouring into students to strengthening the broader school community, Erika reflects on the fulfillment that comes from serving with intention and heart.What you’ll learn:Why teaching is a calling rooted in purposeHow continuous growth strengthens classroom leadershipThe impact of educators who invest deeply in their communitiesHow fulfillment and resilience go hand in hand in educationWhy making a difference begins with showing up fullyIf you’re a teacher, aspiring educator, or school leader who believes in the power of purpose-driven education, this episode offers encouragement and inspiration to keep answering the call.Follow Bold Women Collective on Spotify for weekly conversations amplifying women shaping the future of education and leadership.Recorded at SPRING CUE