Leading with Empathy with Jenny Mitchell

Episode 23 of the Front of the Class podcast, hosted by Moreland University, titled "Leading with Empathy with Jenny Mitchell" was published on July 17, 2025 and runs 45 minutes.

July 17, 2025 ·45m · Front of the Class

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Send us Fan Mail "One phrase can make a difference, and it can be positive or negative." Jenny Mitchell didn’t always plan to be a teacher. But after a chance encounter with an international school during a study abroad experience, her path changed and she’s never looked back. Now the Director of Teaching and Learning at an American school in Taiwan, Jenny supports over 130 educators and 800 students while being a powerful advocate for empathy and global citizenship. In this episo...

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"One phrase can make a difference, and it can be positive or negative."

Jenny Mitchell didn’t always plan to be a teacher. But after a chance encounter with an international school during a study abroad experience, her path changed and she’s never looked back. Now the Director of Teaching and Learning at an American school in Taiwan, Jenny supports over 130 educators and 800 students while being a powerful advocate for empathy and global citizenship.

In this episode of Front of the Class, Jenny reflects on her years of teaching in international schools, her entry into curriculum leadership, and how she supports both teachers and students in a rapidly changing educational landscape. From prioritizing student voices to embracing AI in education, Jenny’s approach is grounded in listening, reflection, and courage that all educators can identify with.

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