Send us a text Before becoming a teacher, Linda Alvarez built a successful career in the corporate sector — honing leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that would later define her approach to education. Now the 2026 Vermont Teacher of the Year, she reflects on how her journey into teaching reveals the value of bringing real-world experience into the classroom. In this special topical episode, Alvarez explores the power of transferable skills and how career changers can ...
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Send us a text Before becoming a teacher, Linda Alvarez built a successful career in the corporate sector — honing leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that would later define her approach to education. Now the 2026 Vermont Teacher of the Year, she reflects on how her journey into teaching reveals the value of bringing real-world experience into the classroom. In this special topical episode, Alvarez explores the power of transferable skills and how career changers can ...
Creating Meaningful Relationships with Amanda Heilman
Front of the Class
53 minutes
3 months ago
Creating Meaningful Relationships with Amanda Heilman
Send us a text From teaching on a military base at Fort Leavenworth to her current role as a fourth-grade teacher in rural Gardner, Kansas, Amanda Heilman has experienced a wide range of school communities. Over 13 years as an educator, she's found her sweet spot in helping students grow academically and personally while maintaining strong relationships with families. In this episode, Heilman reflects on her teaching journey, how she uses AI tools like MagicSchool and ChatGPT to reimagi...
Front of the Class
Send us a text Before becoming a teacher, Linda Alvarez built a successful career in the corporate sector — honing leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that would later define her approach to education. Now the 2026 Vermont Teacher of the Year, she reflects on how her journey into teaching reveals the value of bringing real-world experience into the classroom. In this special topical episode, Alvarez explores the power of transferable skills and how career changers can ...
