Showing support for teachers on Blue Monday

With teachers and other school staff facing much disruption due to lockdowns, they are no doubt feeling the pressure to stay motivated. As the strain of home-schooling is once again thrust upon them, it places an increased level of responsibility on their shoulders as they navigate students through their academic year. For Blue Monday (18th January) this year, we’re recognising the hard work of faculty members and offering some guidance on how they can look after themselves.

What is Blue Monday? Every year, a Monday in January is coined with the title, after factoring in many different elements that might lead to people feeling blue. It’s created by a formula, taking into consideration weather conditions, debt level, time since Christmas, time since failing new year’s resolutions, low motivational levels and feeling the need to take action.

Frank Milner, President of global tutoring company Tutor Doctor, is determined to share praise and encourage others to express their gratitude to the key workers.

“There’s no denying that schools had their own fair share of disruption during last year,” said Julian. “Although I’m sure teachers have been appreciated by parents and children alike, they can often be overlooked by the general population. That’s why I thought it important to promote their wellbeing and deliver some support during this challenging time. So, if you’re part of an education establishment and are worried about feeling deflated, here are a few tips for keeping your spirits up.”

1. Factor in downtime… With little to satisfy our needs nowadays, there’s always that temptation of logging on and doing some work in your spare time. But what this does is create a habit, and once it becomes a habit it will be hard to break. By factoring in your downtime, and sticking to it, you will begin to feel more accomplished. Create a schedule, print it out and stick it on your fridge.

2. …And fill that downtime. The next step is filling that schedule. Whether it’s by tackling a jigsaw puzzle, reading a few chapters of a light-hearted book or watching a few episodes of your favourite TV show, it’s important to let your brain completely switch off from work. You’ll also feel a lot more revitalised when Monday morning rolls back around again.

3. Know where to turn to for help. Teaching is a high-intensity job, meaning it can begin to take its toll on anyone – even if you think you’re coping. By knowing where you can go for support, you’ll be fully prepared in the eventuality that you do feel a little under the weather. There are many resources available for guidance, including EducationSupport.Org, which is constantly updated with support for learning materials, mental health and financial issues.

4. Know what is available for students. Throughout the pandemic, we have seen a national effort to ensure that children are still supported despite school closures. As the third national lockdown was announced, there was another wave of support coming in for students across the UK. Of course, we’ve got Joe Wicks and his 9am PE lessons, but the BBC are frequently extending their library of content for both students and teachers.

Frank added, “I think it’s important for teachers to remember to remain positive. Let’s be honest, that might be easier said than done at the moment, but it’s all about switching off from the work world. Even though there isn’t much entertainment to be had in your personal time, ensuring that it’s guilt-free is key. You’ll also feel a lot better off when things begin to return to normal.”

Notes to Editors

For more information, or to speak with Frank directly, please contact Liam on 07395 641 523 or liam@revpr.co.uk
Images attached: Infographic for teachers to remain positive.


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About Tutor Doctor

Tutor Doctor is the fastest growing in-home tutoring franchise in the world. Business owners work with families to thoroughly asses a child’s needs and then carefully select the best-fit tutor based on goals, personality and learning style. Instead of the tired old centre-based model, tutors visit students at home or work via a state-of-the-art online learning platform so that students can learn in the comfort of their own home, at a time that suits them. For today’s busy families, this is a real benefit! The company was established in North America in 2000 and started its global expansion in 2003. It now has over 500 franchised offices in more than 14 countries and a network of 16,000 tutors. Operations in the UK began in 2009 and since then the company has experienced growth of 50% year on year and now has 80 franchise owners in the UK. The company is a proud member of both The Tutors Association and the British Franchise Association.