ReDream Education

Today's podcast guest, Lori Rubel, shares her fast tracking experience to building a microschool and teaching multi-age students.  After 17 years in public school education, Lori began to homeschool her daughter- a desire she had for many years. After one year of homeschooling, Lori realized she would enjoy using her gifts and talents as a teacher to bring other students and families into her worl...

When it comes to choosing curriculum, the idea can be both exciting and overwhelming! How do I choose? What's going to work the best? Self-paced or teacher/parent directed? Will my students enjoy it? Will my child be successful? What if I don't like teaching it or my students hate doing it? What works best for multi-age students? I see you! I hear you!  That's why, after 3 years, I have a very sys...

Ever felt like quitting but knew there was something more? You'll relate to our podcast guest today!  As a heartfelt, passionate educator, Erika was not going to let the pressures of public school teaching weigh her down, and although tired and burnt out, Erika stood strong to create what the community desperately needed and desired! When it's time to talk teaching, it's time to talk with Erika Wi...

One of the most frequent questions I hear people ask is, "Do I really have the capacity to make this vision come true? Do I have the time and energy to make this happen? Will I be able to find the resources to build my dream school?"  I know what it feels like to have these questions race through your mind in the middle of the night, when you're driving down the road, and when you sip your coffee...

You've worked hard this year, and so have your children and students. So, let's have some fun celebrating the success!  Today I share ways to end your school year with JOY and a celebratory attitude.  We will discuss field trips, awards, ceremonies, and fun filled activites! Start your business with all of the necessary documents needed to launch a dream school, microschool, tutoring or homeschool...

Today’s Episode will fill you with such inspiration as we interview former public school classroom teacher, Becky McNichols!  Becky started her journey to building a microschool last year, and is closing out the school year celebrating a successful YEAR 1 of homeschooling her children, teaching multi-age students and enjoying the opportunity to teach from her home! In this episode, Becky will insp...

As a teacher ending the school year, we know there is a long list of things to do!  We also know it is a busy month with holidays, banquets, celebrations and closing down a classroom.  As a homeschool mom, we know the end of the year sparks a time to get rid of what didn't work, think of what's ahead and begin transitioning into summer fun with our kids! In this episode, we discuss ending the scho...

Why am I feeling so unfilled in this profession I used to love? How do I know it's time to make a change? What is educational entrepreneurship and how do I begin? As a teacher and instructional coach-turned homeschool mom and microschool builder-I’m thankful to say, I have found the bridge that has changed many of our lives as teachers- educational entrepreneurship. Although Educational Entreprene...

Going from traditional teaching or homeschooling to becoming an entrepreneur! Pump the Brakes!! Where do I begin? What areas do I need to focus on for Personal and Professional Development as I change careers, start a business or embark on a new entrepreneurial journey? Today I share 5 areas to learn and grow in as you take on a new adventure as a teacher entrepreneur or while starting your homesc...

As you begin building or growing a business, you must have resources, strategies, and people in place to help you execute the dream! You need a dream team! There's a lot of activity happening in the back end, and before you know it, you could be stressing, questioning, and wondering how to gain your peace, patience, and prosperity back as an entrepreneur.   Today I share strategies for success as...

As teachers and moms, we LOVE organization, right? I mean, even if you're not good at it, it still feels so much better to have your space ready to go and everything is in the right place! IN today's episode, I share 15 ways to organize your curriculum, student materials, teacher space and all the supplies you probably want to know about!!  If you're a homeschool mom or teacher, you're in for a tr...

Marketing!  Getting Those Families to Enroll and Work With You! Here Are Six Creative Ideas To Consider When Building Your Community Outreach Plan: Community and connection are EVERYTHING. In this digital world, people want to see who you are and feel connected to you. This community outreach is how you begin to build that know, like, and trust factor.  That is just one of the many reasons why com...

Are you feeling a little bit discouraged lately? Have you fallen off the wagon, faced opposition, had a setback or facing doubts, fears and uncertainties? Me too. I know what it's like to sit in a place of being stuck, trying to start a business without everything you think you need, and wanting to grow but facing those pesky growing pains. This episode is for the mom, teacher and colleague who is...

Let's clear the air today on a topic I get asked often, "How do I raise money, get grants or receive funding if I am not a non-profit?"  We all have questions about becoming an LLc, non-profit, for-profit when it comes to starting a teaching business-whether or not it is a homeschooling business, learning pod, or microschool!   This is a heavy hitter topic!  Many people are scared of not being abl...

We see you over there: teaching like a boss, homeschooling like a pro, and all the while, you are exhausted. You may feel as if you need more space, time, freedom, motivation or inspiration.  I know exactly how you feel. In today's episode, you get permission to be exactly where you are and to feel the way you feel.  You also get permission to do the things I suggest in this podcast so you can go...

It's Bonus Episode 3 of 3 as we end quarter 1 and begin quarter 2. You may be new to the new homeschooling world, microschool or preschool space, but we are here to help! Let's Get the Word out in Quarter 2 with these helpful tips to marketing as a new or existing business! Let Your Light Shine, LAST CHANCE TO RECEIVE YOUR BUSINESS BUNDLE at $100 OFF!  LAST DISCOUNT EVER! TAKE ACTION NOW! https://...

Bonus Episode 2 of 3!  Start Here when you are building your new teaching business! As a microschool owner, preschool director, tutor, or learning pod coordinator, you need to hear this and START RIGHT here as we progress into quarter 2 of the 2023 school year! Here's our most recent blog post to help you along the journey with marketing! https://teachersletyourlightshine.com/blog/marketing Let Yo...

You have a dream, a vision, a talent, and possibly even a business started so far.  You want to provide financially for your family while also making a wonderful impact. Finances are important, and when I asked our Facebook group what they wanted the most help, they answered: FINANCES!  And as much as we want to enjoy teaching, homeschooling and all the other wonderful things of a career opportuni...

BONUS ALERT!! That's RIGHT 1 of 3 this week!  As we prepare the LAST WEEK of March and gear up for Quarter 2 of the year, I am bringing a fresh new perspective on planning as a teacher in transition, one who is going to be changing careers, starting a business, a microschool, learning pod or homeschooling business! This is a juicy episode to get you in action!   Let Your Light Shine, LAST CHANCE T...

The "What-Ifs" we all face...the whispers of doubt and fear we hear from ourselves and even others around us.  How do we get through this question that keeps us stuck, stagnant and avoiding change? In today's episode, I give 5 tips for moving through the "what-ifs" so you can experience the life, joy and purpose you were destined to have as a mom, teacher and business owner!   LAST CHANCE TO RECEI...

It's safe to say, the ONE thing you can OBSESS over when it comes to building your teaching business...your offer!  We can (and should) spend as much time as our hearts desire to make this a PERFECT scenario for your students and yourself!  After all, how much time have you spent dreaming up what you can teach, how you will teach, what your children will learn, how they will learn, what experience...

Grab your paper and pencil because it's time to make a plan and go from frazzeled and confused to successful, confident and proud when it comes to advertising for your school!  In today's episode, I provide you with a step by step process for EXECUTION!  I guide you through the EXACT process it takes to marketing your services, the top 3 platforms I use, how I speak to parents, and what I use to s...

What documents do I need to start or grow my business or school?  I get asked this question so often, so here we go!! Over the past four years of building, growing and scaling a microschool, I can attribute the success to these 5 business documents!  3 documents will help you build, craft, enroll and share your message with foundational families.  As you grow and scale your existing business to on...

So you have a dream and you just need to know WHERE to make this dream happen!!  Teacher friend, I feel you! I know EXACTLY what you are facing! In today's podcast I share my story and I hope it will encourage you to be relentless on the hunt for the perfect location to make your dream come true!  I also share tips on how to get yourself positioned to take action and find the place to make it happ...

We all experience pain, difficulties, setbacks, and failed attempts. You're not alone. It's not too late to become all you have created to be.  I know what it feels like to believe it something and it hasn't come to pass. And, I too, must always keep my hopes up and eye on the vision. Your dream is not dead. It just isn't in season yet, my friend. But lack is not your destiny. In this podcast, I s...