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Welcome to the ”Teacher, Let Your Light Shine” Podcast! Calling all parents and teachers!! The future of education is in YOUR HANDS! If you are a teacher ready to teach your way, ditch the overwhelm and design a life you love, this is the podcast for you! If you are a parent currently homeschooling, or thinking about the possibility, but also needing to make an income to support your family-tune in! Makenzie Oliver is here to help teachers and parents create profitable micro-schools and homeschooling businesses so they can provide a rich and desirable education for their own children and many others. The time to transform education is now, and this podcast will teach you how to build, scale and market an educational business that is changing the culture of schools and learning environments all over the globe. Teacher friend, is your passion for teaching slowly burning out? Is our broken educational system frustrating you to the point of quitting this career, but you just can’t stand the thought of letting your ”teaching gifts” go to the wayside? Do you envision teaching children with more energy, aliveness, and creativity, but you are ”stuck” conforming to the standardized tests, mandates, and overwhelming policies that just aren’t working? Are you dreaming of freedom, flexibility, and an income that continues to grow exponentially? Have you ever said, ”I should just start my own school”? Wouldn’t it be lovely to teach without unrealistic expectations, endless data collection, meetings, and restrictions? What if you could create your own schedule, curriculum, and class size? Would you sense freedom and fulfillment if you could take learning outside, on field trips, and beyond the state standards? Do you long to use your teaching gift for God’s glory, while creating engaging lesson plans, experiences, and positive relationships with students? Starting your own micro-school or homeschooling business can give you the financial freedom, time freedom, and teaching experiences you are longing for! Parents, are you frustrated with the experiences your child is having in public or private school? Are you searching for a learning experience that LIGHTS your child up? Are you currently homeschooling but you desire to provide financially for your family and want the two worlds to collide? What if you could continue teaching your child but also make an income while providing educational and enrichment experiences to other children and families? If your child is longing for socialization, interaction, and engaging experiences, a profitable homeschooling business would not only provide financial peace and freedom to your family but provide your child with a wonderful learning opportunity! Learning pods, resource centers, and micro-schools are coming your way! Teacher friend, If you’ve ever thought, ” I wish I could stay home and give my children all the attention I give to so many others!”? ”If only I could make money while staying home, teaching, and taking care of my children.... !” OR maybe you are thinking of teaching YOUR OWN WAY, having your OWN BUSINESS, and creating as much profit as you desire while ALSO using your teaching gifts! Let’s get down to business! What if you could have a business right in your backyard-around the corner, or up the street...where children run free, learn authentically, and collaborate with peers like never before? What if YOU could leave a legacy not only for your family but for the generations to come? If you’re a teacher or parent searching for freedom, flexibility, and unlimited financial possibilities- you’re in the right place! In this podcast, I will teach you how to start a fulfilling, profitable, micro-school or homeschooling business built on a foundation of faith! If you’re here for teaching on your own terms and making a bigger impact with a bigger income, You‘re in the right place! I’m Makenzie Oliver. After 14 years in public school as a teacher, instructional coach, and after receiving ”Teacher of the Year” accolades-God changed my heart and led me down a path that has lit my soul on fire. He crafted a dream in my heart to start a school-right out of my living room! Now I run a successful, growing micro-school with unlimited possibilities for career growth, experiences, and lifelong memories! I‘m here to help teachers and parents build a teaching business around the most important aspects of life. For me, this includes motherhood, marriage, and a God-given mission. I help parents and uncover their calling as teachers, build and scale a profitable homeschooling business and or micro-school ! You have the potential to run your own business, from anywhere, while also making a massive impact! Get ready to discover “The Teacher God Created You to Be”, “The God Confidence to Create Your Own Business” and “Effective Ways to Organize and Produce and Plan for Your Micro School” ”Business Basics” and ”The Possibilities Empowering YOU to teach with FREEDOM AND JOY”! Sharpen Your Pencil, Get out your notebook, Re-heat your coffee...It’s time to get your teach on! Let Your Light Shine, Makenzie Oliver Visit our Website for Free Resources, Learn more about Micro schools, AND Receive Coaching to Build Your Business! www.teachersletyourlightshine.com Come Connect with us in our Facebook Group: Teacher Let Your Light Shine-Start Your Homeschooling Business! https://www.facebook.com/groups/250368126648112 Come Connect with me on Instagram: @Teacherletyourlightshine Want to chat? Have some questions? I‘d love to hear from you! Send an Email:teacherletyourlightshine@gmail.com Twitter: @teacher_light Check out Our School on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lighthouselearningmicroschool
Episodes
Friday Sep 24, 2021
Friday Sep 24, 2021
Hey Teacher Friend!
Feel frustrated? Disappointed? Exhausted? Well I am here to say...you are NOT defeated! You are NOT weak! You are stronger than you think, and this too shall pass! Teaching is a rewarding, yet demanding, career. With long hours and a heavy workload, teachers may fall prey to teacher burnout! This being said, you need proper support to continue shining your teacher light! Today's episode will refuel your "Teacher Tank"! Before you begin feeling hopeless, please know that you ARE capable of overcoming.
This labor of love does require rejuvenation, so today I am giving you 8 key practices to reignite your teacher flame! These practices are sure to help you regain composure and step into momentum!
We will tackle simple, every day practices to keep you restored. If you feel as if you have hit a wall and can't think of another way to keep going strong( for yourself, family or students) then take a pause (or a walk) and listen to today's episode. It's sure to nourish your soul!
Let Your Light Shine,
Makenzie Oliver
Www.teacherletyourlightshine.com
Connect with me on Instagram: @Teacherletyourlightshine
Come Connect with us in our Facebook Group: Teacher Let Your Light Shine-Start Your Homeschooling Business! https://www.facebook.com/groups/250368126648112
Want to chat? Have some questions? I'd love to hear from you!
Send an Email: teacherletyourlightshine@gmail.com
Twitter: @teacher_light
Check out Our School on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lighthouselearninghomeschool
Tuesday Sep 21, 2021
Tuesday Sep 21, 2021
Hey, Teacher Friend!
When the time comes to transition from a traditional teacher into a homeschooling teacher, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons. Each year, thousands of more parents are choosing home education programs for their children while forgoing the traditional educational system. Teachers are in high demand for this type of educational model. According to the National Home Education Research Institute, the population of homeschooled children is increasing by 15-20 percent each year, making a viable market for homeschooling businesses.
With the homeschool market expanding and teachers looking for educational alternatives, this episode is designed to answer some questions about the advantages, disadvantages and trade-offs when stepping out and becoming a teacherpreneur! What some believe to be a pro, may be considered a con to another teacher friend. But nonetheless, you’ll be able to make your own determination after listening to this episode. The following topics will be addressed:
Vacation/Time Off, Income and Expenses, Safety, Business Basics,, Relationships, Hiring, Requirements and so much more!
Are you ready for this?? Let's do this!!
(If you have more questions about this type of business, be sure to email or send a direct message through the platforms below. I look forward to hearing from you!)
Let Your Light Shine,
Makenzie Oliver
Www.teacherletyourlightshine.com
Connect with me on Instagram: @Teacherletyourlightshine
Come Connect with us in our Facebook Group: Teacher Let Your Light Shine-Start Your Homeschooling Business! https://www.facebook.com/groups/250368126648112
Want to chat? Have some questions? I'd love to hear from you!
Send an Email: teacherletyourlightshine@gmail.com
Twitter: @teacher_light
Check out Our School on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lighthouselearninghomeschool
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Hey, Teacher Friend!
In Today's episode, we are taking a deep dive into what a Homeschooling Business actually is! When most people think of homeschooling, they may picture a mom, child or children experiencing day-to-day life in a home full of books, toys, arts/crafts and all sorts of fun! But how does a homeschooling BUSINESS look different than a regular homeschool?
Can TEACHERS really HOMESCHOOL other people's children?
Is it profitable?
Is it legal?
What are the options?
Is it really enjoyable?
Does it have to be in MY HOME?
Is there really a demand for this type of education?
Oh teacher friend, we are hitting the answer bank today! I hope you are gaining more insight as to what it could look like to actually teach with the FREEDOM and JOY all teachers long to have!
Let Your Light Shine,
Makenzie Oliver
Connect with me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/teacherletyourlightshine
Come Connect with us in our Facebook Group: Teacher Let Your Light Shine-Start Your Homeschooling Business! https://www.facebook.com/groups/250368126648112
Want to chat? Have some questions? I'd love to hear from you!
Send an Email: mailto:teacherletyourlightshine@gmail.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/teacher_light
Check out Our School on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lighthouselearninghomeschool
Sunday Sep 12, 2021
Sunday Sep 12, 2021
Hey, Teacher Friend!
We all question when the "time is right" to make big changes in our life. Transitioning in our careers can bring up many emotions, doubts and questions. Sorting through all if the "ifs" and "what-ifs" take time to process. When it comes to traditional teaching and wondering if it's time to let go and start a new journey, I'll be sharing 3 "Golden Nuggets" to help you sort through all the emotions that go along with contemplating "Go, Time"!
If you're feeling terrified to let go of what you've always thought to be your future as a teacher, you're not alone. But remember, we are not leaving our teaching gift behind...we are find a new way to use our talent! With todays 3 Questions/Golden Nuggets, you will be closer to gaining more clarity and confidence in leaving a traditional teaching career and starting YOUR OWN homeschooling business.
Helpful Resources:
A Purpose Driven Life https://amzn.to/3hbHNxS
A Memory a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3hbyIF9
Becoming the Woman God Wants Me to Be https://amzn.to/3BYQ4NL
Let Your Light Shine,
Makenzie Oliver
Www.teacherletyourlightshine.com
Connect with me on Instagram: @Teacherletyourlightshine
Come Connect with us in our Facebook Group: Teacher Let Your Light Shine-Start Your Homeschooling Business! https://www.facebook.com/groups/250368126648112
Want to chat? Have some questions? I'd love to hear from you!
Send an Email: teacherletyourlightshine@gmail.com
Twitter: @teacher_light
Check out Our School on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lighthouselearninghomeschool
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
Hey Teacher Friend,
In todays podcast Episode we are tackling 5 BIG Fears and 5 Ways to Overcome Paralysis Analysis!! If you are considering the idea of leaving your traditional teaching career, but continue to hear a big, scary voice in your mind-TUNE IN!
Before creating a homeschooling business, I was paralyzed by all the unknowns. While coaching many teachers, it was obvious they wanted to try something different in education but fears continued to hold them back.
We are discussing the 5 BIGGEST Fears I had to face when I was deciding to leave the public school system and fears I continually hear from other teachers. But that's not all...we are Starving the Fear today! I am giving tools and strategies to help you overcome so that you can conquer!!
Here are some incredible tools to help you overcome!
A Purpose Driven Life https://amzn.to/3hbHNxS
A Memory a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3hbyIF9
Becoming the Woman God Wants Me to Be https://amzn.to/3BYQ4NL
Let Your Light Shine,
Makenzie Oliver
http://www.teacherletyourlightshine.com
Connect with me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/teacherletyourlightshine
Come Connect with us in our Facebook Group: Teacher Let Your Light Shine-Start Your Homeschooling Business! https://www.facebook.com/groups/250368126648112
Want to chat? Have some questions? I'd love to hear from you!
Send an Email: mailto:teacherletyourlightshine@gmail.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/teacher_light
Check out Our School on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lighthouselearninghomeschool
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
Hey, Teacher Friend!
Welcome to the First Episode of "Teacher, Let Your Light Shine"! The world needs YOU, Teacher Friend, to step out in faith and design the life you LOVE as a teacher so you can make a BIG impact on our future generations! Today I'm here to share how this happened to me!
In this podcast, I will share my experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach and what ultimately led me to creating a homeschooling business! I know there are so many more teachers who would love this opportunity, and I want to share this with you! I hope you are given a fresh perspective into what possibilities lie ahead of you in your teaching journey.
I am in Year 2 of beginning a dream school- Lighthouse Learning! I left public school 2 years ago, looking for purpose, freedom and JOY! Never did I think I would be homeschooling my own children, let alone other children. But God had his hands in all of this, and He made a way! Enjoy!
Let Your Light Shine,
http://www.teacherletyourlightshine.com
Connect with me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/teacherletyourlightshine
Come Connect with us in our Facebook Group: Teacher Let Your Light Shine-Start Your Homeschooling Business! https://www.facebook.com/groups/250368126648112
Want to chat? Have some questions? I'd love to hear from you!
Send an Email: mailto:teacherletyourlightshine@gmail.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/teacher_light
Check out Our School on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lighthouselearninghomeschool