That "CTE" Guy - CHAT-CTE: Finally—PD That’s Personal

What happens when you’re the only shop teacher in the building? No team meetings. No pacing guides. Just you, 30 kids, and a buzzing classroom full of projects and potential. In this heartfelt episode, we unpack the emotional weight and everyday hustle of teaching solo—whether you're in art, auto, culinary, or cosmetology. From daily chaos to creative wins, this one’s for every trade teacher runni...

So, you’ve got 30 students, no curriculum, and a pile of state standards staring at you. Sound familiar? Welcome to the first week of teaching a trade. But what if you had a planning assistant that never sleeps and actually listens? That’s where AI comes in—and today, we’re gonna show you how to use it without losing your shop vibe.

In this debut episode of CHAT-CTE—Finally, PD That’s Personal—we explore the emotional and professional journey every trade teacher walks: the 5-Year Arc. From white-knuckling your first lessons to reinventing your program a decade in, this episode unpacks the real stages of CTE teaching: Survival, Emerging Confidence, Burnout Risk, and Reinvention. Whether you're new to the classroom or deep into...

"Finally—PD that’s personal. In this trailer episode, we’re setting the stage for what’s coming: real talk, real tools, real survival strategies for CTE teachers who are building futures (and occasionally birdhouses out of duct tape and good intentions). Meet your host, hear why AI is now a trusted sidekick, and get ready for professional development that actually fits your shop floor life. Subscr...