Get ready for an entertaining and informative episode of The Teachers Off Duty podcast! Join Bri, Tell, Lauran, Gabe, and the always hilarious Casey Hamilton as we share relatable experiences about teachers' unexpected challenges throughout their careers. From setting boundaries with parents to navigating student dynamics, we take you on a journey through our post-college teaching adventures. Lauran gets the party started by revealing the realities of teaching that were never covered in her college education, while also appreciating the support of students' families. We then delve into the complexities of addressing pronouns with students and parents and share our own humorous encounters with this sensitive topic. We also discuss the importance of parental involvement and working together as a team. Amidst the laughter, we reveal surprising gaps in our college education, from basic classroom management techniques to unexpected challenges in teaching certain subjects. Casey shares heartwarming stories of educators who changed his life, while we entertain with anecdotes about students, classrooms, and the quirks of the education system that are sure to make you laugh out loud. Don't miss this enlightening episode of The Teachers Off Duty podcast, as we shed light on the things we wish we had learned in college. Whether you're a teacher or simply enjoy the humor and challenges of the education profession, this episode is a must-listen. -- Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com/collections/teachers-off-duty Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69pLuB4cKPCP8UG3eCImfP Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Become a Patreon member to access exclusive bonus content with hilarious games: https://www.patreon.com/teachersoffdutypodcast