Stellar Teacher Podcast: A Podcast for Upper Elementary Teachers 295. Teaching Is a Long Game: A Reminder for Teachers Feeling the Pressure
In this episode of the Stellar Teacher Podcast, Kori shares an encouraging reminder that many educators need to hear — teaching is a long game. When the pressure of testing season, pacing guides, and student progress starts to feel overwhelming, it can be easy to believe that every lesson needs to produce immediate results. But the reality is that meaningful learning rarely happens overnight.
If you’ve ever felt discouraged because progress seems slow, this conversation will remind you that the work you are doing truly matters.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Why teaching is a long game and why meaningful learning takes time
- How invisible progress builds student understanding over time
- Why exposure to concepts is valuable even when mastery doesn’t happen immediately
- Encouragement for teachers navigating testing season pressure
Teaching may not always show instant results — but the impact you are making in your students’ lives is lasting and meaningful.
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