{"id":18136,"date":"2020-10-16T15:38:15","date_gmt":"2020-10-16T19:38:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.successacademies.org\/?post_type=education_blog&p=18136"},"modified":"2023-03-23T21:51:49","modified_gmt":"2023-03-23T21:51:49","slug":"10-ways-to-stay-energized-during-remote-teaching","status":"publish","type":"education_blog","link":"https:\/\/www.successacademies.org\/education-blog\/10-ways-to-stay-energized-during-remote-teaching\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Ways to Stay Energized During Remote Teaching"},"content":{"rendered":"

Open computer. Teach. Close computer. Repeat. It\u2019s October, and we can\u2019t believe we\u2019re still here, implementing full-time remote learning for our scholars. Our new teachers have been teaching remotely for two months now, and we know working in front of a screen all week can be draining, especially without human contact \u2014 and scholar hugs! \u2014 to reinvigorate you. So how do our teachers manage to keep their minds and bodies energized in the remote environment? Find out below. <\/span><\/p>\n

Start Your Mornings Early<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

I give myself time in the mornings before I start teaching to prepare myself for the day and do something fun. Whether it\u2019s drinking a cup of coffee while reading, walking laps while chatting with a friend or family member, or working on a puzzle \u2014 feeling like I have the morning to myself makes me feel so much more focused as I head into my day.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Stephanie Cornelius, SA Bronx 1<\/b><\/p>\n

Get Some Fresh Air<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Instead of lounging around or staring at your phone on your breaks, go for a walk. I go on walks at least twice a day and it invigorates me every time! Breathe in the fresh air. Revel in the sunshine. Even if it\u2019s just to go get that cup of coffee on your corner, it\u2019ll get you moving and remind you that the world is more than just your workspace!<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Shannon Beatty, SA Bushwick<\/b><\/p>\n

Set Work Boundaries<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s so hard when the lines between work and home begin to blur. I\u2019m a firm believer in being wholly present \u2014 at work and in your home life. But in order to do that, you have to set boundaries and avoid distractions. You need time for just you, too! Every day, I have to actively remind myself to close my computer after I\u2019m done with work. I don\u2019t open that computer until I \u201cgo to school\u201d the next day. It might seem simple, but it\u2019s done wonders for my sanity.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Danielle Abrahams, SA Far Rockaway<\/b><\/p>\n

Exercise!<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

It can be extremely taxing to sit in front of a computer all day \u2014 especially when so many of us are used to being on our feet all day and getting energy from working with kids! Since I no longer have to commute in the mornings, I now have time to go running or exercise before work. At first, I really had to push myself to build this as a healthy habit and make it \u201cessential\u201d part of my day. But it really paid off; breaking a sweat kept me grounded and boosted my mood in ways I never expected. So get those endorphins flowing! The best part? It\u2019s scientifically proven to make you happier!<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Meredith McDevitt, SA Crown Heights<\/b><\/p>\n

Find Your Routine<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Routine, routine, routine! Once my co-teacher and I figured out our schedule, life became so much simpler. We met at the same time every day to discuss our plan \u2014 topics we were going to discuss, activities we were going to do \u2014 and we didn\u2019t deviate from that plan during the day. It freed up an enormous amount of space in my brain, when I would usually be worrying about what was coming next! <\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Elena Buchsbaum, SA Bushwick<\/b><\/p>\n

Stay Organized<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

I can\u2019t stress this enough \u2014 organize your home and your workspace! Remember that your home is truly your own little classroom. It\u2019s so important to keep the materials you need by your side so you don\u2019t have to run around during the day to get them. Since I\u2019m a basketball coach, all I need is my computer, bottle of water, and basketball by my side \u2014 but I also keep my bachelor\u2019s degree as well as my college basketball jersey hanging on my wall near my desk. Every once in a while, I\u2019ll glance at them, and it puts me in the right headspace for the day.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Stephen Lo Russo, SA Bergen Beach<\/b><\/p>\n

Speak Up When You\u2019re Struggling<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Full-time remote work is a new experience for many. We\u2019re all navigating this brave new landscape, where every day is different and some days are better than others. If you\u2019re feeling challenged, remember that chances are, your peers are going through the same exact things you are! We all want to see each other succeed, too, so reach out if you are struggling \u2014 you\u2019ll receive nothing but kindness and support.  <\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Jomar Quintana, SA Bronx 4<\/b><\/p>\n

Be Kind To Yourself<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Above all, remember that you\u2019re human. Things are going to be tough sometimes, and it\u2019s unrealistic to feel positive and motivated all the time. What we can do, however, is find the good amidst the chaos. We can refuse to let tough circumstances control us. We can be okay with letting things go after they’ve run their course. Staying positive doesn\u2019t mean pretending things are okay \u2014 it means accepting things the way that they are, and trusting that they\u2019ll work out how they\u2019re supposed to.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Yamiles Bonilla, SA Prospect Heights<\/b><\/p>\n

Download A Meditation App<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

I found different calming apps that help with anxiety and fear. One great app I use is called <\/span>Calm.<\/i><\/b> It has guided meditation, music, daily prompts, and affirmations. My favorite part is the sleep stories the app has! They\u2019re so soothing; they help me clear my head and easily fall asleep when I\u2019ve had a long day. I also use the app <\/span>Yoga Studio, <\/i><\/b>which has great yoga resources for all different levels of practice.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Stephanie Cornelius, SA Bronx 1<\/b><\/p>\n

Make Gratitude Lists<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

When I first started teaching, every day I wrote down three things I was grateful for. It could have been anything from, “My morning class had amazing discourse!” to “So-and-so cracked me up during recess.” These gratitude lists became essential during remote learning. Celebrating the small joys, like 100% of my scholars signing on to class, or getting all of the tasks on my to-do list done that day, really helped me feel balanced during the first few months. It’s also fulfilling to look back through them and realize all of the wonderful things I, my scholars, and my team are capable of.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2014 Flannery Rollins, SA Bronx Middle School<\/b><\/p>\n

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