“Dr. Yvette Ledford captures the layered reality of educators in a way that feels both affirming and necessary. She doesn’t shy away from the demands of the profession; instead, she reframes them through a lens of balance, purpose, and self-awareness. The stories and reflections remind us that great teachers are not just defined by what happens within classroom walls, but by how they nurture themselves beyond them.”
— Natalie P., Educator
Teacher by Day: A No-Guilt Guide to Boundaries, Balance, and Bliss is grounded in research based in the Science of Learning Development (SoLD) principles, offering bold and different thinking about unfinished learning, equity, and student success. You'll find frequent opportunities for reflection, real-world vignettes, and tools that can be brought directly into the classroom, delivering a whole-child approach to advancing student learning and engagement.
Educators know teaching can be absolutely amazing, but it can also be extremely exhausting. There are days when you feel like a rock star, and then there are days when you’re just . . . tired. What those in this profession call “teacher tired.” And why wouldn’t you be? You’re not just a teacher—you’re a counselor, mediator, parent, cheerleader, event planner, and part-time magician.
If this sounds familiar, here’s hope: you don’t have to keep running on empty, waiting for a miracle. It’s time to rediscover the joy that got you into teaching in the first place. In Teacher by Day, veteran teacher Dr. Yvette Dixon Ledford gets real about setting boundaries, finding balance, and reconnecting with the passion that lights you up. You’ll get practical strategies (no fluff, just real talk), personal stories (because, trust her, she’s been where you are), and advice that moves you from surviving to actually thriving. It's a powerfully timely handbook that will help educators keep their passion for imparting knowledge while maintaining their sanity in an ever more demanding profession. It should be a go-to resource for anyone in education.
Yvette offers a candid, uplifting guide to teacher well-being. Through sharp analogies, unforgettable stories, catchy sayings, and real TLC, she reveals how educators can protect their health, reclaim their worth, and reignite their purpose. Her reflections on being “out here working for food” challenge readers to rethink the value of their labor during the prime of their lives. This essential book is both a mirror and a roadmap for teachers ready to thrive, not just survive
Attending this session with Yvette, you will receive:
Relatable stories, practical strategies, and a touch of humor
Tools to set boundaries, reduce stress, and rediscover the joy of teaching
And inspiration to thrive without sacrificing yourself
Because boundaries aren't barriers, they're bridges!
Dr. Yvette Dixon Ledford has been in the education game for twenty-four years, showing up at every level—from tiny humans in early childhood to full-grown adults—in both public and private schools. She’s done the classroom grind, rocked the admin hat, and pretty much seen it all. Through it all, she cracked the code on how to teach without burning out—and now she’s here to help other educators do the same.
With advanced degrees in early childhood education, reading, and curriculum studies, and multicultural education (because receipts matter), Dr. Yvette Dixon Ledford blends research-backed strategies with real talk to help teachers protect their peace and reignite their passion. When she’s not empowering educators, you can catch her traveling, connecting with new faces, or whipping up something delicious in her kitchen!
Join Yvette on Saturday, June 13th at 10:00 a.m. e.t.!
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