The Black Teacher Voice

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 voice or a veteran teacher looking to support others, this episode offers valuable insights on how to keep pushing forward.

Brittney shares the importance of embracing authenticity as a Black teacher, discovering the power of being true to oneself in the teaching profession.

“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.

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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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?” --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Representation matters! Brittney shares her thoughts on the importance of ensuring representation of students, teachers, books, and resources. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Brittney discusses the importance of understanding Black hair with friend, former colleague, Lauren Jenkins, M.Ed. Ask yourself, “How do I view Black hair?” --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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?" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app