Reclaiming the Joy of Teaching: Creating Happiness Habits for Wellbeing

Onsite Professional Development Training

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Combat Burnout & Rediscover Your Passion for Teaching

Teaching was once your passion. But the overwhelming demands, constant changes, and lack of support have taken a toll. You’re not alone—teacher burnout is at an all-time high.

Nearly 75% of educators report chronic stress, and 50% have considered leaving the profession entirely.

Losing passion for teaching has become a common struggle, making it essential to step back, understand its root causes, and implement effective coping strategies.
This professional development training explores the key factors contributing to burnout and equips educators with tools to reignite their passion for teaching. By addressing both internal and external stressors, this course empowers teachers to restore balance, build resilience, and thrive as educators.

Reignite Your Passion for Teaching with Science-Backed Strategies

Grounded in the latest research in positive psychology and neuroscience, this course helps educators:

  • Understand the psychological and systemic causes of burnout—and how to respond effectively.
  • Explore the impact of positive emotions on engagement, productivity, and creativity.
  • Explore the research behind what truly drives happiness and how positive psychology can be a game changer for educators.
  • Rethink and redefine the concept of work-life balance and replace it with the more aligned and empowering idea of embracing flow.
  • Develop strategies to set boundaries and prioritize tasks with intention—reclaiming time, energy, and fulfillment both inside and outside the classroom
  • Challenge self-care myths and redefine wellness through a radical, research-based approach that prioritizes sustainable habits, boundaries, and well-being.
  • Intentionally bring more joy, spontaneity, and adventure into your daily life, both inside and outside the classroom.

Reclaiming the joy of teaching isn’t just about helping educators—a teacher’s passion can serve as a catalyst to create thriving classrooms. Research shows that emotionally well teachers foster stronger student engagement, healthier classroom climates, and better academic outcomes, leading to a ripple effect of success across the school.

What's Included

  • Digital Resource Bundle: Lifetime Access to Resources
  • Professional Development Hours
  • Downloadable Handout for Note-Taking
  • Break-out sessions & collaboration
  • Interactive engagement
  • Real-life examples/Case Studies

Who This Training Is For

  • Elementary School Teachers
  • Secondary School Teachers
  • Education Specialists
  • School Administrators (Principals, Asst. Principals, Curriculum Directors)
  • Counselors
  • Coaches
  • Special Education Teachers
  • Curriculum Coaches
  • Educational Support Staff
  • Title 1 Teachers & Directors
  • Gifted & Talented Teacher

Training Options​

  • Full-day or Half-Day Training
  • PLC Sessions
  • Before/After School Faculty Meetings
  • Virtual Professional Development
  • Coaching & Support
  • Mini-Lesson Modeling

What’s Included in your PD Course Package

Digital Toolbox Resource

Lifetime Access to Digital Resources.

Downloadable Handout

Implementation workbook for note-taking.

Professional Development Certificate

6 hours of PD Credit.

Training Schedule

Explore the research behind what truly drives lasting happiness and well-being. Only 10% of our happiness is shaped by circumstances, 50% by our genetics, and 40% is up to us! You’ll learn how small, intentional shifts in mindset, habits, and perspective—grounded in positive psychology and neuroscience—can help reduce stress, increase resilience, and restore your energy as an educator.

Uncover the difference between genuine optimism and the pressure to “stay positive” at all costs. This module helps educators recognize and avoid toxic positivity while building emotionally honest, supportive environments where vulnerability and real connection are welcome.

Let go of unrealistic expectations and the constant
pressure to overperform. Learn how to redefine success based on your values, well-being, and joy—rather than perfectionism and burnout. This module offers a practical, research-backed formula for creating a more meaningful and fulfilling teaching experience.

Discover how to work with intention instead of exhaustion. Using the “minimum effective dose” approach, this module teaches how to focus on high-impact tasks, reduce overwhelm, and reclaim your time and energy without sacrificing student success.

Learn how to set and communicate healthy boundaries that support your mental and emotional health. Gain practical tools to say no without guilt, advocate for your needs, and protect your energy so you can show up fully for both yourself and your students.

Move beyond surface-level self-care and dive into realistic wellness habits that truly support your mind and body. This module introduces simple, research-informed practices that fit into your busy life and help you stay grounded, healthy, and resilient.

Reconnect with what brings you joy. This session shows how flow, play, and creative expression reduce stress and help restore your passion for teaching. You’ll explore practical ways to bring more fun and lightness into your daily routine—both in and out of the classroom.

Examine the hidden mental and emotional burdens teachers often carry, from invisible labor to the pressure to do it all. Learn how to shift your mindset, ask for support, delegate when needed, and build systems that protect your energy and well-being.

Customize professional learning to meet the needs of your staff and your schedule

Here’s what our On-Site Professional Development Training can look like on your campus…

Full Day or Half Day Training

Schedule one of our highly interactive, customized training sessions for your next teacher in-service day.

PLC Sessions

Have one of our consultants provide in-person professional learning within your staff’s PLC schedule.

Before / After School Training

Let one of our consultants provide training during a faculty meeting either before or after school.

Prefer learning online?

Strobel Education also offers online courses—same great content, accessible anywhere.

Contact us to learn more about having Strobel Education on your campus for On-site Training.

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