Teachers Like Us
What does it mean to be educated for today's modern learner? With the rise in technology, is education a dying field? Are teachers necessary?Join middle school teachers Alyssa and Andre as they explore the ins and outs of today's education system through the lens of equity and social justice. Each episode will explore relevant topics in education from the perspective of two black teachers in an urban school setting.
Episodes
108 episodes
Be Prepared
The TLU duo is back with another episode! Join Alyssa and Andre as they unpack end of the year celebrations and all of the movement that is happening from principal reassignments to Minister of Education appointments. It's Real Teachers. Real T...
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Season 6
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Episode 17
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35:50
The Tipping Point
The TLU duo have been on a roller coaster throughout this year and like most teachers even though they have held on it seems that they are at the tipping point of this wild ride. Join Alyssa and Andre on this week's episode where they discuss t...
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Season 6
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Episode 16
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42:36
WE WERKIN'!
It's been a while but the TLU duo has reintroduced podcasting into their already busy schedules. Join Alyssa and Andre on this week's episode where they get into some of their inner thoughts about the education system and answer questions like ...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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1:01:01
When Did I Turn into a Dance Mom?
Being a Dance Mom comes with its own set of struggles; microaggressions are not supposed to be one of them. On this week's episode of TLU Alyssa and Andre unpack how extra-curricular experiences have an effect on how students present themselves...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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41:31
Rejected
The crew has gone from being fired to being a part of the 'hunger games' to getting interviews for new positions. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre bring this job security mini series to a close. Tune in to find out i...
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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30:50
It's Interview Time!
Positions are posted, interviews coming in and change is happening. Tune into this week's episode of TLU where Alyssa and Andre give updates on their current employment situations and discuss some of the great things happening in schools during...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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36:57
Still Fired!
The last couple of weeks have been a rollercoaster of emotions. Yes, they still are fired but there is reason to celebrate because the provincial government is making Black History mandatory learning. Tune in to this weeks episode of TLU as Aly...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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37:01
We Got Fired!
Yes. The title is real. Tune in to find out why and how on this weeks episode of Teachers Like Us.
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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38:57
Do People Still Want To Be Teachers?
Back from the winter break and into a new year! Tune into the Teachers Like Us Duo of Alyssa and Andre as they discuss a problem that no one seems to be talking about anymore; what happened to the supply teachers? Are people tired of complainin...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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40:53
The Break Is Here!
The Winter Break is finally here! Tune into this week's episode where Alyssa and Andre give out some tips for teachers as we head into the highly anticipated break and how to start the another new year in the classroom.
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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40:22
Kids Don't Need Smartphones
Life has been LIFEING but the TLU Team is back with a topic that schools have been focusing on around the world; cellphone usage. Tune in as Alyssa and Andre provide tips for parents, discuss healthy social media habits and unpack the potential...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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45:49
Those Who Can't Do, Teach.
On this week's episode of TLU, Alyssa and Andre debate the saying of "those who can't do, teach". Is it a fact or a fallacy? Also there is very unexpected guest that makes an appearance on the show. To see who it is, check out the visual ...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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34:23
The Double Disrespect!
Teacher memes, mental health checks and reminiscing about being teaching partners for 3 months. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Andre and Alyssa attempt to save themselves from early teacher burnout with stories and laughter. ...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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32:22
Teachers are Getting Doxxed?!
It's crazy to think we live in a world where you can double tap the "wrong" post or make a comment that isn't widely accepted and all of a sudden you wake up to find your home address posted for the world to see. On this week's episode of...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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38:25
High School Teachers are Boujee
Schools are experiencing violence and schools are being told that the solution is building authentic relationships. Is that really true? What happens next when we are not seeing positive outcomes? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Aly...
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46:42
Trendy Teachers vs. One School for Life Teachers
Trendy Teachers are doing anything to go viral nowadays. Is getting likes and comments more important than positively impacting your school community? Check out this week's episode of Teachers Like Us as Andre and Alyssa talk about leaving scho...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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42:18
Some Schools Are Trash!
It's the kick off to a new season of Teachers Like Us. Tune in as Alyssa and Andre get caught up on the first week of school, new positions and the struggles happening within the school board. It's Real Teachers. Real Talk.
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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51:02
We Did It!
Season 5 of Teachers Like Us has come to an end. Join Alyssa and Andre as they relive end of year celebrations, reveal teaching assignment updates and more on the final episode of the 2022-2023 school year!
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Season 5
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Episode 29
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42:56
Reboot The System
On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre revisit the anonymous letters from schools in Ontario to see who is really at fault for the problems we have been witnessing throughout this school year. It looks like it is time to r...
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Season 5
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Episode 28
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38:36
Scream Inside Your Heart
On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre give their opinion on the recent allegations of violence that have been going on at schools in Ontario.
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Season 5
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Episode 27
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30:17
Yes, We Have Favourites
The secret is out! Teachers have favourite students. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre discuss the criteria of a typical favourite student. Do you pass the test? Would you have been considered your teacher's favourite...
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Season 5
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Episode 26
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32:01
Connections Over Consequences
Have you ever witnessed a situation at school where you were sure one of the students involved would be suspended; only for that student to be back at school the next day? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre address som...
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Season 5
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Episode 25
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35:20
Don't Underestimate the Power of a Good Teacher
Can you name at least one teacher that showed they cared about you? The Premiere, the Minister of Education and the media make it seem as if good teachers do not exist in the profession or that teachers are only in the profession for the money....
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Season 5
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Episode 24
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39:23
The Value of Education
Ford wants to lower the education requirements for police officers? How is our community going to be impacted by this? What is the plan for the shortages in other public sectors like education and nursing? Join Alyssa and Andre on this we...
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Season 5
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Episode 23
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36:35
The Pendulum of Change
"Minister Lech" is back again with more paperwork and zero clarity. On this week's episode of Teacher Like Us, Alyssa and Andre highlight some interesting takeaways from Bill 98, The Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act. Is this going to tak...
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Season 5
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Episode 22
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48:40