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'A riveting read' - Mary Myatt, Education writer, speaker and curator of Myatt & Co'An honest and courageous treatment of an important facet of human interaction' - Dr Jill Berry, Education writer and consultant Have you ever felt like workplace politics were distracting you from doing your job? Ever been lost for words in a difficult conversation with a colleague?
The Emotionally Intelligent Teacher is a unique guide to managing your emotions in order to enhance teaching, boost wellbeing and combat power struggles in schools.
Using scientific research and real-life examples, Niomi Clyde Roberts demonstrates how empathy and clear communication can make every teacher and leader feel motivated, fulfilled and respected. From knowing when to say no and responding to negativity, to working effectively as a team and letting every member know they're valued, Niomi believes emotional intelligence in education is the key to enhanced productivity and superb teaching, benefiting both staff and students.
The Emotionally Intelligent Teacher will uplift every teacher from ECTs to senior leaders, inspiring them to build positive staff relationships, and paving the way to a successful teaching career.
About the author
Niomi Clyde Roberts is an assistant headteacher with a passion for effective pedagogy. She carries out science workshops for early career teachers and has been awarded the Primary Science Quality Mark (PSQM). Niomi has completed her NPQSL and writes for blogs and education platforms including Nexus Education and HWRK magazine, and has led workshops at events such as PrimaryRocks and Practical Pedagogies in Toulouse. Follow Niomi on Twitter @TeachingAHT.
Summary
'A riveting read' - Mary Myatt, Education writer, speaker and curator of Myatt & Co
'An honest and courageous treatment of an important facet of human interaction' - Dr Jill Berry, Education writer and consultant
Have you ever felt like workplace politics were distracting you from doing your job? Ever been lost for words in a difficult conversation with a colleague? The Emotionally Intelligent Teacher is a unique guide to managing your emotions in order to enhance teaching, boost wellbeing and combat power struggles in schools.
Using scientific research and real-life examples, Niomi Clyde Roberts demonstrates how empathy and clear communication can make every teacher and leader feel motivated, fulfilled and respected. From knowing when to say no and responding to negativity, to working effectively as a team and letting every member know they're valued, Niomi believes emotional intelligence in education is the key to enhanced productivity and superb teaching, benefiting both staff and students.
The Emotionally Intelligent Teacher will uplift every teacher from ECTs to senior leaders, inspiring them to build positive staff relationships, and paving the way to a successful teaching career.
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This is a fantastic book for school leaders who want to learn more about emotional intelligence and how to improve it. Furthermore, the book provides an excellent beginning point for ensuring that the skills learned may be used in a school setting.
