Teachers Like Us

The TLU duo is back with another episode! Join Alyssa and Andre as they unpack end of the year celebrations and all of the movement that is happening from principal reassignments to Minister of Education appointments. It's Real Teachers. Real Talk.Support the Show.

The TLU duo have been on a roller coaster throughout this year and like most teachers even though they have held on it seems that they are at the tipping point of this wild ride. Join Alyssa and Andre on this week's episode where they discuss the value of a strong school community and the impact their current roles have had on their overall scope of the teaching profession. It's Real Teachers. Real Talk.Support the Show.

It's been a while but the TLU duo has reintroduced podcasting into their already busy schedules. Join Alyssa and Andre on this week's episode where they get into some of their inner thoughts about the education system and answer questions like "What would you do if you sat in 'the big chair'?" and "Can a colleague ever become a friend?". Get caught up with your favourite or not so favourite educators. Its Real Teachers. Real Talk.Support the show

Being a Dance Mom comes with its own set of struggles; microaggressions are not supposed to be one of them. On this week's episode of TLU Alyssa and Andre unpack how extra-curricular experiences have an effect on how students present themselves in the classroom on a day-to-day basis. Are we recognizing the shield or invisible backpack that our students walk with everyday? Tune in as they answer this question and more.Support the show

The crew has gone from being fired to being a part of the 'hunger games' to getting interviews for new positions. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre bring this job security mini series to a close. Tune in to find out if they have secured jobs for next school year or if they are joining the winds of change and throwing their applications at new teaching positions. It's Real Teachers. Real Talk.Support the show

Positions are posted, interviews coming in and change is happening. Tune into this week's episode of TLU where Alyssa and Andre give updates on their current employment situations and discuss some of the great things happening in schools during Black History Month. It's Real Teachers. Real Talk.Support the show

The last couple of weeks have been a rollercoaster of emotions. Yes, they still are fired but there is reason to celebrate because the provincial government is making Black History mandatory learning. Tune in to this weeks episode of TLU as Alyssa and Andre share some behind the scene details around the "reconstructing of department position" and give their takes on the announcement from the provincial government.Support the show

Yes. The title is real. Tune in to find out why and how on this weeks episode of Teachers Like Us.Support the show

Back from the winter break and into a new year! Tune into the Teachers Like Us Duo of Alyssa and Andre as they discuss a problem that no one seems to be talking about anymore; what happened to the supply teachers? Are people tired of complaining? Or Has the teaching profession fallen to the bottom of the list of career choices?Support the show

The Winter Break is finally here! Tune into this week's episode where Alyssa and Andre give out some tips for teachers as we head into the highly anticipated break and how to start the another new year in the classroom.Support the show

Life has been LIFEING but the TLU Team is back with a topic that schools have been focusing on around the world; cellphone usage. Tune in as Alyssa and Andre provide tips for parents, discuss healthy social media habits and unpack the potential risks that come with having "keyboard courage".  It's Real Teachers. Real Talk.Support the show

On this week's episode of TLU, Alyssa and Andre debate the saying of "those who can't do, teach". Is it a fact or a fallacy? Also there is very unexpected guest that makes an appearance on the show. To see who it is,  check out the visual experience of this episode live on YouTube!Support the show

Teacher memes, mental health checks and reminiscing about  being teaching partners for 3 months. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Andre and Alyssa attempt to save themselves from early teacher burnout with stories and laughter. Join in on the fun and remember you can now watch this episode on YouTube!Support the show

It's crazy to think we live in a world where you can double tap the "wrong" post or make a comment that isn't widely accepted and all of a sudden you wake up to find your home address posted for the world to see.  On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us Alyssa and Andre get into this new "doxxing culture" and what that could mean for teachers.Support the show

Schools are experiencing violence and schools are being told that the solution is building authentic relationships. Is that really true? What happens next when we are not seeing positive outcomes? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre talk about how visiting pasts students can remind someone why they became a teacher, Andre's 1st week in his new role, and the class system amongst teachers. Support the show

Trendy Teachers are doing anything to go viral nowadays. Is getting likes and comments more important than positively impacting your school community? Check out this week's episode of Teachers Like Us as Andre and Alyssa talk about leaving schools, starting new jobs and how to get some of these teachers off of social media.Support the show

It's the kick off to a new season of Teachers Like Us. Tune in as Alyssa and Andre get caught up on the first week of school, new positions and the struggles happening  within the school board. It's Real Teachers. Real Talk.Support the show

Season 5 of Teachers Like Us has come to an end. Join Alyssa and Andre as they relive end of year celebrations, reveal teaching assignment updates and more on the final episode of the 2022-2023 school year!Support the show

On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre revisit the anonymous letters from schools in Ontario to see who is really at fault for the problems we have been witnessing throughout this school year. It looks like it is time to ruffle some MORE feathers!Support the show

On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre give their opinion on the recent allegations of violence that have been going on at schools in Ontario.Support the show

The secret is out! Teachers have favourite students. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre discuss the criteria of a typical favourite student. Do you pass the test? Would you have been considered your teacher's favourite student? Tune in to find out.

Have you ever witnessed a situation at school where you were sure one of the students involved would be suspended; only for that student to be back at school the next day? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre address some of the reasons why that student was allowed to be at school the next day and why building community with boundaries is necessary for student growth.

Can you name at least one teacher that showed they cared about you? The Premiere, the Minister of Education and the media make it seem as if good teachers do not exist in the profession or that teachers are only in the profession for the money. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre combat some of the negative perspectives constructed about teachers.

Ford wants to lower the education requirements for police officers? How is our community going to be impacted by this? What is the plan for the shortages in other public sectors like education and nursing?  Join Alyssa and Andre on this week's episode of Teachers Like Us as they try to decipher the initiatives being presented by the government in Ontario. 

"Minister Lech" is back again with more paperwork and zero clarity. On this week's episode of Teacher Like Us, Alyssa and Andre highlight some interesting takeaways from Bill 98, The Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act. Is this going to take education a step in the right direction or is this an attempt to have more control over the education system?

Are the actions classless or are they a regular day in the life of the Queen of Trash Talk? Join Alyssa and Andre as they discuss the media turmoil that took place during the NCAA March Madness Women's Basketball Final and how it is related to the stigmas Black students face in the classroom.

"Differentiate for every child" but "have the same expectations for all" but "adjust your expectations to the child".  How do you look for the same results while having every student do something different? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre discuss the tug of war that all teachers wrestle with on a day-to-day basis; balance.

The kids are not alright and no one seems to have a solution to the problems we are seeing in classrooms around the world. Tune into this week's episode of Teachers Like Us as Andre and Alyssa try to unpack the madness and look for ways teachers and parents can work to help our kids.

On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre discuss equity work and how we have floated so high in creating and unpacking theory that it may not be serving the actual people it was meant to serve; the bunnies.

Teachers are burnt out, students don't like school and the system doesn't have the answers to fix things. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre try to pull back the curtain to explore the root causes of the issues happening in Education today. Is it the kids, the teachers or the government? 

A week has passed since the dynamic TLU duo has parted ways. Tune into this weeks episode as Alyssa and Andre talk about adjusting to their new roles and Alyssa pulls back the curtain on what it' s like to work at the school board office, not just for a school board.

The day has finally come. Today is Alyssa's last day as a Guidance Counsellor, which means the crew is breaking up. Tune into this week's episode as Andre and Alyssa "find the joy" in what is a sad moment in their bestie friendship. 

Hey educators! Have you figured out what your class and/or school is doing for Black History Month? Well you've come to the right place. On this week's episode, Alyssa and Andre break down some tips you can use to successfully integrate and highlight the history and accomplishments of the African Diaspora in your school.

On this week's episode of TLU, Andre talks about how important his friendship with Alyssa is and the two discuss the importance of having support in the learning environment is.

Happy New Year Listeners! Check out this week's episode of TLU as Alyssa and Andre talk about how they decided to "turn in their poor cards" and unpack the importance of having school climate lessons at every school. Stay to the end to hear tips on how to create your climate lessons for your own school!

People who are not in the teaching profession tend to make complaints about teachers getting "time off". On this week's episode of TLU, Alyssa and Andre are here to address the Winter Break Haters! Tune into the last episode of 2022.

Season 5 Episode 10During this week's episode Alyssa and Andre talk about how life is represented on social media, along with how to impact the mental health of students in schools where time is never in abundance. We would also like to send our condolences to the friends, family and adoring fans of Stephen Boss aka Twitch, a World Icon.

"To Protect and Serve"? Government officials in Ontario are proposing that police officers need to be reestablished in K-12 schools. Tune in this week as Andre and Alyssa discuss if this proposition is the best thing for our students and overall school community.

Life has been beyond hectic! Deadlines, school fights and trainings are a small portion of what has been happening with the cast of Teachers Like Us. Check out this week's episode as Alyssa and Andre look to get their podcast lives back in order.

Has social media created children who no longer enjoy playing outside? On this weeks episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre unpack how technology has been affecting students at school and at home. 

As a teacher, what do you do when a parent or student makes a complaint about you? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre navigate a problem that many teachers face when trying to build relationships with their students and parent community. 

In Ontario, contract negotiations for teachers are about to begin. Tune into this week's episode as Alyssa and Andre relive some of the memories of being on strike in 2020 and give their thoughts on what school may look like as we get into these contract negotiations.

Imagine finishing one job just to come home to start another job. EVERY NIGHT!! On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre dive into the complexities that come with juggling a teaching career and a full time parenting gig. 

September 19th 2022 marks the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Join Alyssa and Andre as they breakdown some of the controversy around making this world wide event a teachable moment in the classroom.

The first week of school has come and gone in a blur! Tune into the Teachers Like Us duo as they provide tips on reconnecting with students at the start of a new school year and share how they are adjusting to their new roles.

Teachers Like Us is back with new season! Tune into this seasons first episode where Alyssa and Andre drop some BIG NEWS to kick off the school year.

After a 25 episode long season, Alyssa and Andre wrap season 4 of TLU. Tune into this week's episode as they discuss the school year coming to an end, the joys of middle school graduation and what their plans are for the upcoming school year.

As we are in graduation mode, this hot topic as come up in education; should we continue to have academic and character awards at graduation services? Tune into this week's episode as Alyssa and Andre discuss there thoughts on this topic and more.

If your favourite principal called you to join them and change schools, would you? Tune into this week's episode of Teacher Like Us as Alyssa and Andre unpack this question along with in-school relationships, because heartbreak is in the air.

You let him win by a landslide!? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre discuss the importance of recognizing the value that teachers have in making the school building an engaging learning environment. They also unpack the results from the 2022 Ontario Premier elections. 

On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre discuss the academic and emotional pressure students are under as they are trying to understand not  just what they want to learn, but how they learn. They also discuss the tragic incident that took place at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.