Beyond Burnout, a Sequel: Rediscovering Joy in the Journey of Education, Wilkin, Fall 2024

Course Number:	EDX 5710 S44
Instructor:	Eddie Wilkin, Ed.D.
Location:	Online
Dates and Times:	Oct 06, 2024 - Nov 16, 2024. October 6 or 7 - 2hrs TBD Based on Participants' Preference. October 7 - November 16 - On your own with Weekly Zoom Sessions at a time and day of the week best for the class (Each class is 2hrs). Last week of Course - TBD dependent on Participants Preference. 2hrs.
Credits:	3 Graduate Credits
Tuition:	$1,195

Course Description

Building on the foundation of Part 1 (Burnout – Causes, Symptoms, and Strategies for Educators and Leaders), this course delves deeper into strategies for educators and leaders to not only combat burnout but also rediscover their passion for teaching. Through reflective practices, personalized coaching, and practical applications, participants will explore ways to reignite their love for teaching, foster resilience, and create a sustainable and fulfilling career in education.

Audience: Educators and Leaders K-12+, Higher Ed Leaders who have completed Part 1 - Burnout – Causes, Symptoms, and Strategies for Educators and Leaders. Prerequisite: Completion of Part 1.

Course Goals & Objectives

Course Goals:

Empowerment: Move beyond mere understanding of burnout to equip educators with actionable strategies to reclaim their sense of agency and control over their well-being and careers.
Reignite Passion: Guide educators in rediscovering the joy, purpose, and inspiration that initially drew them to teaching, fostering a renewed sense of enthusiasm and commitment.
Cultivate Resilience: Develop the inner strength and coping mechanisms necessary to navigate the challenges of the profession and thrive in the face of adversity.
Sustainable Joy: Create a personalized roadmap for maintaining not just well-being but also a sense of fulfillment and enthusiasm for the long term.
Community Building: Foster a supportive network of educators who can share experiences, offer encouragement, and collaborate on strategies for overcoming burnout and rediscovering joy in teaching.

Course Objectives: Throughout this six-week course, participants will:

Deepen their understanding of their personal relationship with teaching, identifying both sources of joy and areas of frustration.
Recognize and address the specific obstacles that contribute to burnout and hinder the experience of joy in teaching.
Develop and implement a diverse toolkit of evidence-based strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and actively cultivating joy and passion in their work.
Create individualized plans for integrating well-being practices, joy-promoting activities, and resilience-building strategies into their daily lives and professional routines.
Foster collaboration, mutual support, and shared learning among participants, creating a space for educators to connect, inspire, and uplift one another on their journey beyond burnout.

Course Schedule:

Module 1: Rekindling the Flame, where participants will reconnect with their "why."
Module 2: Unmasking the Burnout Beast delves into the root causes of burnout, exploring both personal and systemic factors.
Module 3: From Barriers to Breakthroughs focuses on reclaiming personal power and overcoming challenges.
Module 4: Cultivating Inner Strength shifts the focus to building resilience and self-compassion.
Module 5: Sustainable Joy guides participants in designing their ideal teaching life
Module 6: Beyond Burnout, encourages participants to share their renewed passion and commit to lifelong growth.

Instructor

Eddie Wilkin, Ed.D.

As a conductor, guest speaker, educator, and pianist, Dr. Eddie Wilkin encourages everyone to find their core being through music and self-discovery. Eddie’s philosophy is built on past experiences at home, in school, and through his recent musical activities. Eddie thoroughly enjoys working with students of all ages in a wide array of disciplines. Eddie is currently the Music Teacher at Nantucket Intermediate School in Nantucket, Massachusetts and course instructor/designer with Castleton's Center for Schools. He is also the Founder of Lighthouse Education and Coaching (providing PD and educational opportunities for the education workforce) and the Artistic Director and Conductor of the Nantucket Community Music Centers’ Community Chorus. Through his enjoyment and craft of leadership, Eddie has received many honors and awards, including but not limited to the GMMDV New Music Educator of the Year (2016), ARSU Teacher of the Year (2017), UVM Teacher of the Year (2017), Grammy Music Educator Semi-Finalist (2018 & 2019), Vermont, Teacher of the Year, Finalist (2018), and GMMDV Music Teacher of the Year (2019).

Required Texts

Mielke, C. (2019). The Burnout Cure: Learning to Love Teaching Again. ASCD. ISBN: 978-1416627258

Brown, B. (2021). Atlas of the heart. New York: Random House.

For additional course information

Eddie Wilkin (201) 575-1233

For additional registration information

Center for Schools Team (802) 468-1325