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The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast

218: How to Help Students Without Being a Savior

Dec 10, 2023
Learn about the dangers of adopting a savior mentality as a teacher and strategies to avoid it. Explore the impact on trauma-informed teaching and the importance of understanding individual student needs. Understand the significance of confidentiality and mandated reporting for supporting students and the need for systemic change. Protect your time and energy and prioritize the needs of all students.
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Quick takeaways

  • Teachers should focus on building relationships and understanding each student's unique needs instead of assuming they are broken and need saving.
  • Setting boundaries and advocating for systemic change allows teachers to protect their time and energy while still making a positive impact on students.

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The Savior Mentality and Its Problems

The podcast discusses the concept of the Savior mentality in teaching and its potential negative impact on students. The Savior mentality is when teachers feel the need to rescue and save their students from their challenges or traumatic experiences. This mindset arises from societal narratives that elevate heroic teachers who go above and beyond for their students. However, this mentality overlooks the complexity of trauma and the resilience and agency of students. It is also important to note that trauma-informed teaching requires a more nuanced approach that focuses on building relationships and understanding each student's unique needs rather than assuming they are broken and need saving.

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