The Black Teacher Voice
by Brittney Washington
Black teachers’ voices are oftentimes silenced, unheard, or left out in Education. Join Elementary school teacher, Brittney Washington every Wednesday as she discusses critical topics and experiences that Black teachers face each and every day. She also interviews other amazing Black teachers and creates space for their voices to be amplified. Each episode will contain real life experiences that will have you ask yourself, “What can I do to amplify the Black Teacher Voice?” If you want to hear what you can do to be a part of change, come along for the adventure!
Episodes
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We All Started Somewhere
Brittney reflects on her journey into education, sparked by a recent opportunity to speak on a school panel. She delves into the powerful mantra, "We all started somewhere," and how it serves as a reminder for educators at every stage of their careers. Whether you're a new teacher finding your...
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Embracing Authenticity: A Teacher's Journey of Growth
Brittney shares the importance of embracing authenticity as a Black teacher, discovering the power of being true to oneself in the teaching profession.
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Do Parents Truly Trust You?
“Do parents truly trust you?” Brittney reflects on her experiences with parents not trusting her as a Black educator in the classroom. Year after year, she faces this lack of trust. Listen in to hear a few key takeaways that can help support other teachers of color who face these same challenges.
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Your Blackness Serves a Purpose
Brittney reflects on her experience in both private and public schools. She emphasizes the fact that no matter what school you’re at, you’re still Black and you serve a purpose in both types of schools.
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The Importance of Building Relationships
Brittney discusses the importance of building relationships with her students and the impact that it has on their growth and development. Students love when you show up! Teachers, ask yourself, “Am I showing up and supporting my students?”
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What's Your School Culture?
Brittney shares her thoughts about the importance of having a school culture that is positive, willing to make necessary changes, collaborative, and made up of a community of people who care.
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Representation Matters
Representation matters! Brittney shares her thoughts on the importance of ensuring representation of students, teachers, books, and resources.
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The Impact of Having a Black Teacher
Have you ever had a Black teacher? Brittney discusses the impact of having a Black teacher with friend and former colleague, Jasmine Bragg, M.Ed.
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Advocating for Yourself
Difficult to work with? Intimidating? Really? "I'm just advocating!" Brittney discusses the importance of advocating for yourself with friend and former colleague, Kimberly White, M.Div, M.Ed.
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It's Back-to-School Time Already?
Can you believe that it's back-to-school time? Brittney shares five tips for teachers to keep in mind for the upcoming school year.
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Just Let My Hair Be
Brittney discusses the importance of understanding Black hair with friend, former colleague, Lauren Jenkins, M.Ed. Ask yourself, “How do I view Black hair?”
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I'm the Only One
Have you ever been the only one? Brittney discusses different ways to navigate within various spaces feeling empowered with friend, and former colleague, Gerald Turner, M.Ed.
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Can You Truly Be Yourself at Work?
Can you bring your authentic self to the classroom? Brittney discusses the importance of truly being yourself at work with friend, former colleague, Charle McRoberts.
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Let's Start with the "Why"
There are so many reasons why... Black teachers' voices need to be heard. Ask yourself, "What can I do to amplify the Black teacher voice?"
About this show
Black teachers’ voices are oftentimes silenced, unheard, or left out in Education. Join Elementary school teacher, Brittney Washington every Wednesday as she discusses critical topics and experiences that Black teachers face each and every day. She also interviews other amazing Black teachers and creates space for their voices to be amplified. Each episode will contain real life experiences that will have you ask yourself, “What can I do to amplify the Black Teacher Voice?” If you want to hear what you can do to be a part of change, come along for the adventure!
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