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Episode: 418: You Didn't Become a Teacher to Feel Like This — Here's How to Get Back to Loving It

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Teaching Middle School ELA
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Jun 11, 2026
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1881
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Summary

In today's Teaching Middle School ELA podcast episode, Caitlin gets real about teacher burnout and the challenges middle school educators face every day. She challenges common myths about lesson planning, rigor, and engagement, while sharing practical ways to protect your energy and mindset. You'll also learn a simple spiraling strategy that helps students build mastery over time—with a fun, MASH-inspired writing activity that keeps engagement high without adding more work to your plate.&nbsp...