137. Back to School Ready: The Power of Teacher Connections in ELL Education

Teachers who connect and collaborate with colleagues do better.In the final episode of our "Back to School Ready" series on Equipping ELLs, host Beth Vaucher explores the vital importance of building connections with fellow teachers to enhance your teaching experience and support your professional growth. Whether you're a new teacher or have years of experience, establishing strong relationships with your colleagues can significantly impact your effectiveness and job satisfaction. Beth shares practical strategies for fostering these connections, including joining teacher study groups, participating in professional learning communities, engaging in mentorship programs, and leveraging online communities and resources. Tune in to discover how these collaborative efforts can create a supportive network, improve your teaching practices, and ultimately enriching the educational experience for your English language learners.Resources: ⁠⁠⁠Join the Equipping ELLs MembershipShop our TpT StoreCheck out our new Pathways to Proficiency PD PlatformRegister for our webinar: Cut Your Planning Time in Half!

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Equipping ELLs is a podcast for ESL specialists and homeroom teachers who are looking for effective and engaging ways to support their English Language Learners without adding to their endless to-do list. Each week you’ll hear tips, strategies, and inspirational stories that will empower you to better reach your ELL students, equip them with life-long skills, and strengthen relationships with colleagues and parents. Your host, Beth Vaucher, is an ESL certified homeroom teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching in the US and internationally. Learn more at www.inspiringyounglearners.com.