Supporting the Well-Being of Those Who Teach
At Kidz Exec Excellence, we recognize that educator well-being is essential to healthy learning environments. While our organization focuses on children and classroom practice, we also believe that calm, reflection, and care for educators are foundational to meaningful teaching. The strategies shared here are offered as supportive practices to help educators pause, reflect, and care for themselves as professionals and individuals.
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Shoulder Squeeze Check
Gentle pressure helps children calm themselves, no words required.
Inside Weather Report
Feelings don’t have to be labeled as good or bad. Weather words give children a safe way to express how their body feels.
End-of-Day Brain Empty
Writing it all down tells your brain it’s safe to rest. Tomorrow can wait until tomorrow.
Chair-Edge Reset
Your posture can reset your nervous system. Sitting at the edge of your chair with feet grounded brings instant stability and presence.
Slow Motion Transition
Slowing the body helps the brain follow. Transitions don’t have to feel rushed or stressful.
One Boundary Sentence
Boundaries don’t have to be complicated. One prepared sentence can protect your energy and reduce decision fatigue.
Hands Tell the Story
When words are hard, hands can speak. This activity helps children show their feelings without pressure.
Name What You’re Carrying
Before the day takes over, pause and name one thing you’re mentally carrying. Naming it helps you set it down, at least for now.
Stretch and Reset Moment
Child Development: Mindfulness Games for Kids
Calm-Down Corners for Kids
Mindful Transitions
Staff Wellness: 5-Minute Calming Strategies for Teachers
