S2 E2: On the importance of filling your cup inside and outside the classroom

Tune in as we are joined on the couch by Raphaelle, Senior Education Officer, Early Career and Talent Programs. With years of experience as a PD/H/PE teacher and across various leadership roles within schools, Raphaelle now develops school-based induction programs and mentoring support systems to set beginning teachers up for success in NSW public schools.In this episode we dive into Raphaelle’s insights and advice on using reflection as a powerful tool for growth, and the profound impact of mentorship and finding your ‘marigold’ (hint: it could be the teacher next door).Other key topics you don’t want to miss: overcoming imposter syndrome, tips on setting healthy boundaries to support your wellbeing and creative ideas to connect with your colleagues (formally and informally) inside and outside the classroom.Looking for practical support? Raphaelle also shares some of the valuable resources and tools the NSW Department of Education offers to support beginning teachers.We hope this episode leaves you feeling inspired to ‘fill your cup’. We acknowledge that this episode of the Teach NSW Podcast was recorded on the homelands of the Darug people. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples listening to the Teach NSW Podcast today. Connect with usIf you would like to provide feedback or suggestions for future episodes, please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get in touch with the Teach NSW Podcast team. Follow the Teach NSW team on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be the first to know when new episodes are released.Resources and useful linksTeach NSW - become a teacher in a NSW public school and find out how a career in teaching can open doors for you.Beginning Teacher Information Hub - access resources and information to support you as you commence your teaching career with the NSW Department of Education.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - explore the free services available across the department to support your health and wellbeing (for department teachers only).Strong Start, Great Teachers - access information, resources and training for all your induction needs at the NSW Department of Education, including the induction checklist.Performance and Development Plan (PDP) - find out more about the process for teachers and school leaders to grow and develop their teaching and leadership practice.Universal Resources Hub - gain access to quality teaching and curriculum instruction resources designed by the department’s educational experts (for department teachers only).