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In this episode of Teachers in Transition, Vanessa Jackson welcomes Dr. Shaun Woodly, award-winning educator, speaker, and founder of Teach Hustle Inspire. Dr. Woodly dives deep into the science of behavior, explaining how classroom challenges are often misunderstood signals—not personal failures.

Together, they unpack:

· The five survival drives that fuel student behavior

· Why fear-based classroom management fails—and what to do instead

· How to reframe “class clown” behavior as a cry for belonging

· Strategies for fostering student engagement through curiosity and psychological safety

· Why behavior changes with environment, and how to use that to your advantage

If you've ever felt burned out by behavior management or unsupported by your administration, this episode is your permission slip to do things differently

Connect with Dr. Shaun!
On LinkedIn
Instagram and Threads - @teachhustleinspire
Check out his LinkTree!
His website at teachhustleinspire.com – check out the books tab to find his books!

Favorite Quote:

"If you can understand the conditions that influence someone to feel better, you'll get them to do better." – Dr. Shaun Woodly

If today’s episode struck a chord—maybe you love teaching but hate the stress—you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Whether you're deciding to stay, shifting roles, or planning an exit strategy, I'm here to help.

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