# 290. You Are the Expert: Why Your Professional Judgment Matters

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Podcast: [Stellar Teacher Podcast: A Podcast for Upper Elementary Teachers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/stellar-teacher-podcast-a-podcast-for-upper-elementary-teachers-3455242)
Published: 2026-02-09T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.stellarteacher.com/stellar-teacher-podcast-with-sara-marye/
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## Resource

In this episode of the Stellar Teacher Podcast, Sara is joined by a member of the Stellar Teacher Team and they discuss the importance of trusting professional judgment in teaching. They share personal experiences and challenges faced in the classroom, emphasizing the need for teachers to have confidence in their decisions and to advocate for their students' needs. The conversation highlights the significance of reflection, questioning, and sharing experiences among educators to foster a supportive teaching environment. Takeaways: Teachers are allowed to trust their professional judgment. It's common for teachers to feel hesitant to voice their opinions. Every classroom is unique, and teachers know their students best. Teachers should feel empowered to modify curriculum as needed. Sharing both successes and failures can build trust among colleagues. Asking questions can be a safe way to provide pushback. Confidence in teaching comes from taking action and making decisions. Teachers should remind themselves that they are experts in their field. Resources: Join The Stellar Literacy Collective Get the Stellar Intervention Toolkit Sign up for my Private Podcast: Confident Writer Systems Series Sign up for my FREE Revision Made Easy email series If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

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