ReDream Education

Hey, teacher friend! One of the most frequent questions I get asked from teachers, regarding the start of their business is, "How do I collect tuition for my micro-school, homeschool or homeschooling business? Should I ask for full payments upfront, or do I request payments by the month or semester? What should be in my contract? "  Well, let's get into some nitty gritty today! Not only do we have...

Hi, teacher friend! As teachers, we all know the requirements for record keeping, grading, progress monitoring and updating all the "system" information for our students.  But one of the most frequent questions I get asked about a HOMESCHOOLING BUSINESS or a MICRO-SCHOOL is... "How do you keep records? What does it look like in this new teaching arena?"    And let me tell you, teacher friend, IT'S...

Hey, teacher friend! Are you looking for an alternative in your teaching career? You love teaching, but finding more and more reasons to start looking at other opportunities? Thinking of building a micro-school but have NO IDEA where to begin? Wondering which step comes first and which is highest priority?  Teacher friend, I see you. I was you. We all need clear direction so we can make progress a...

Hey there, teacher friend! Boy do I have a treat for you today!  Having a homeschooling business allows you to customize the services you provide in multiple ways.  Many teachers may be looking for an alternative to full time instruction and searching for more flexible hours.  In today's episode, I explain a high value marketable service you can provide students and families.  This model offers fl...

Hey, Teacher Friend! In today's episode, we tackle 3 BIG Fears we ALL face when making a change-especially when it comes to self-employment.  Teachers, listen up!  We have been conditioned to stay safe-expect your weekly/monthly pay check, have your holidays and summers off, get retirement, benefits...and keep doing what you're doing. But what if "what we are doing" just isn't sparking our teacher...

Welcome back, Teacher Friend! A school? Like an actual school? Yes, teacher friend!  But it's not all that big and scary.  You don't have to go all out and build a huge BRICK MORTAR learning center, so take a deep breath! No matter where you start- out of your home, a rented space, or a small spot in your backyard-this type of education and business is a lucrative solution to a teacher's desire fo...

Hey, Teacher Friend! I am most often asked, “What curriculum do you use? How did you decide?”  Well this topic, LIGHTS ME UP!  We all know that the DEATH TRAP of a teacher’s JOY is not being able to teach what we feel matters or makes a difference in our students' lives!  Teaching to standards and measures beyond our means can lead to stealing  our joy and ultimately destroys the love for what we...

Hey, Teacher Friend! "Help! I am NOT a salesman...I am a Teacher!" This is what I hear often when I speak with teachers who are anticipating their first micro-school opening, and are afraid to get his/her first clients/students.  They often ask, "How Do I find my first set of students? What do I do? I need action steps!"  I can relate. I felt the same way!  But the good news is...there is no need...

Hey, teacher friend! Wouldn't it be great if everyone went to work loving work and feeling fulfilled in completing the mission they have laid before them.  Isn't it THE GOAL?  If you have lost your teaching passion, but you truly want to do what you have always dreamed of (teaching)... Listen up!  Today I'll be sharing the number one, most important strategy you must take action with before beginn...

Hey, teacher friend! One of the most frequent questions I receive is, "What should I do RIGHT NOW to begin transitioning out of my current teaching role?"  We all appreciate tangible steps, so today I'll be sharing personal insight and steps to help you successfully make the transition so you are not riding on the HOT MESS EXPRESS bus! In today's episode, I give you practical tips to help you skil...

Hey, teacher friend! Want to know the most common statement I receive from teachers? "I don't want to keep doing what I'm doing, but I feel so stuck! I know I'm just comfortable and afraid to make a change."   I know this for myself as well.  However, I will say this...the comfort zone is a sneaky, silent trap to keep us away from our purpose and destiny. We must be aware! In today's episode I sha...

Hey, teacher friend! Go ahead and bust out that calculator! Today I'm tackling some of the biggest questions I get about creating a microschool!  How much money can I really make?  How much should I charge for tuition? Can I really make more money teaching less children and actually teach the way I want to? Concerned you will not be able to afford stepping away from your current, safe and comforta...

Hey, teacher friend! The battlefield is raging and your mind is a prime target for self-doubt, imposter syndrome, fear, and anxiety.  Every change we make, every transition that comes our way must be dealt with.  How do we overcome feelings of unworthiness, uncertainty, and insecurity? We must break through limiting beliefs and despair so we can press on towards personal growth, great impact, and...

Hey, Teacher Friend! Plan for the good life, but be led by the Spirit! In today's episode, we discuss 5 strategies to implement, immediately, in an effort to reclaim your life and become a productive, intentional teacher, mom, wife, and all of the other hats you wear! Get out your planners as we discuss time blocks, mid-week checkups, a Friday Finisher List, and scheduled times to plan! Have diffi...

Hey, Teacher Friend! In today’s episode, we are tackling 5 routines and/or strategies that will help you cultivate peace in your personal and family life.  I’m discussing morning routines, weekend planning, my paper planner (that I absolutely LOVE) and the way I communicate in order to get more help!  How do you utilize your time to set up for success at the beginning of every day?  Is your mornin...

Hey there, Teacher Friend! Tired of sacrificing your time, salary and sanity to do what you love as a teacher? Are you craving a more sustainable and productive lifestyle-one in which you wake up with the Joy and Energy to face the day? Are you making sure your WORK is built into your LIFE  instead of your LIFE being built into your work?  Time is so valuable, and when you spend a big chunk of it...

Hey, Teacher Friend!   If you were to Google "Test Prep" "Tired of Teaching to the Test" "Teachers with Unrealistic Expectations" you might as well just take a deep breath-it's all over the internet!  Tired of conforming? Tired of saying "I'm no longer going to worry about these formative assessments, all of this testing or my evaluations. I'm going to focus on the students!"  But you find yoursel...

Hey, Teacher Friend! There's always a lot of jargon going around, especially in education.  Keeping up with all the new buzz words can be quite difficult.  What really matters? Is it in the name? How can we create a Win-Win-Win for Parents, Teachers and Students when it comes to a high value education? Is a Microschool a Dream school? What's the difference between a mMicroschool, Dream school or p...

Hey there, Teacher Friend! Starting a business-especially for the first time, can stir up many questions!  The little things can feel daunting when you don't know where to begin.  Are you ready to embrace entrepreneurship? Even if you don't FEEL ready, you'll be ready after hearing this episode.  Confidence is sure to arise! Get Your Homeschooling Business Started with these First 6 Essential Step...

Hey there, Teacher Friend! Feeling the "itch" to make a change in your teaching career, but you're unsure of where to begin? If you'd like to remove the overwhelm and start taking action-this episode is for you!  Transitions are difficult-especially if you do not know the steps required to gain momentum and move forward! In this episode, you will be given a transition timeline to help make a plan...

Are you a teacher curious about the daily activities that occur in a homeschooling business? I'm often asked: How do you structure the day? How do you take care of your home with ALL those children? What does arrival and dismissal look like? How do you teach multiple age groups? Do you happen to be a homeschool mom looking for inspiration on how to schedule your day? This episode is here to help!...

Hey there, Teacher Friend! How often do you feel overwhelmed or anxious about all the thoughts swirling around in that wonderful teacher brain of yours? Without direction, we feel stressed with the insurmountable mental overload!  We need a strategy to gain confidence, clarity and momentum! Whether you need help organizing your upcoming week , creating lesson plans, undergoing a project or trying...

Hey, Teacher Friend! Welcome back to another Episode of, "Teacher, Let Your Light Shine!"  As you begin to dream the dream, it can be overwhelming to think of "all the things".  However, I'm here to bring you a daily dose of CLARITY!   As I began my homeschooling business, the ideas were swirling around in my brain and I didn't know where to begin!  What comes first...the egg or the chicken?  If y...

Hey, Teacher Friend! Have you been thinking about starting a homeschooling business, but the fear of WHERE to have this business keeps holding you back?  I’m so excited to share this episode with you because it is the NUMBER ONE question I get asked when it comes time to start a homeschooling business!!  “Does a Homeschooling Business HAVE to be in MY OWN HOME?”  Well, teacher friend, it's time to...

Hey Teacher Friend! Feel frustrated? Disappointed? Exhausted? Well I am here to say...you are NOT defeated! You are NOT weak! You are stronger than you think, and this too shall pass! Teaching is a rewarding, yet demanding, career.  With long hours and a heavy workload, teachers may fall prey to teacher burnout! This being said, you need proper support to continue shining your teacher light! Today...