Empowering Educators: A Day of Wellbeing & Mental Health Training

Join us for a transformative half-day training designed to empower teachers with strategies for personal resilience and student wellbeing. This hands-on session combines self-awareness tools, stress management techniques, and classroom strategies to support a thriving educational environment.

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THINK and be me / Feelings for Life Charitable Trust

Who Should Attend?

PRIMARY & ECE SCHOOL TEACHERS

Gain strategies for wellbeing and classroom management to create a more supportive and engaged learning environment.

SCHOOL LEADERS AND ADMINISTRATORS

Understand wellbeing practices that can be implemented school-wide.

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT STAFF

Essential for anyone involved in student care and classroom support.

Why Attend?

Teaching is demanding, and maintaining mental health and job satisfaction is essential.

This workshop will provide you with tools to reconnect with your passion for teaching while supporting your own and your students' wellbeing.

Auckland City Council recognises the influential role teachers play in local communities and have allocated funding* alongside Feelings For Life Charitable Trust to support these events being accessible ( Auckland West, Auckland South) in 2025

*Spaces are limited

think and be me / FEELINGS FOR LIFE CHARITABLE TRUST

What You’ll Experience

UNLOCKING THE POWER OF THE BIRD PROFILE: ENHANCING SELF-AWARENESS AND CLASSROOM DYNAMICS

This interactive workshop introduces the Take Flight Learning Bird Profiles (Eagle, Parrot, Dove, Owl), designed to enhance self-awareness, strengthen team dynamics, and improve student support.

  • Introduction to Bird Profiles: Understand the core traits of each Bird Profile and how these manifest in both adults and children.
  • Self-Reflection and Insights: Complete your Bird Profile exercise, discuss how it relates to your strengths and stressors, and apply these insights to your teaching style.
  • Application in the Classroom: Roleplay and group discussions help you recognize these profiles in students, enabling you to adapt teaching styles and behavior management techniques effectively.
  • Takeaways: Receive resources for continued learning and practical exercises to use in your daily routine.

THINK AND BE ME: TEACHER WELLBEING AND MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOP

Learn evidence-based strategies rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that support both teacher and student mental health.

  • Managing Stress for Educators: Practical techniques for handling stress and avoiding burnout, with exercises for resilience and self-care.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Basics: Learn how to apply CBT principles to recognize and reframe negative thinking patterns, supporting a positive mindset.
  • Student Wellbeing Support: Gain tools for helping students manage emotions, anxiety, and anger, fostering empathy and resilience.
  • Classroom Strategies for Wellbeing: Discover mindfulness practices, emotional regulation techniques, and classroom activities that promote mental health for all.

Training Outcomes

By the end of this half-day, you will:

  • Enhance Self-Awareness: Develop a stronger understanding of your own and your students' communication styles.
  • Manage Stress: Learn methods to reduce stress and prevent burnout, building personal resilience.
  • Improve Classroom Dynamics: Apply practical strategies for fostering a supportive, inclusive environment.
  • Support Student Wellbeing: Equip yourself with tools to engage diverse student needs effectively.

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Event Details

  • Duration: 3 hours (morning and afternoon sessions available)
  • Dates Available (TBC) in Term 1 2025 & Term 2 2025
  • Location: Auckland, West, Auckland, South (Venues TBC)
  • Cost: Fully Funded Spaces Available at ALL events - PLEASE APPLY NOW
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