As K-12 educators, we set the bar high for ourselves, often striving for perfection in our teaching, leadership, and support roles. We all engage in “Impostering” or believing we are not good, not deserving enough, or not producing enough in our lives as education professionals.
While these high standards can drive excellence, they can also lead to feelings of self-doubt and the belief that we’re not good enough, not deserving enough, or not doing enough—hallmarks of imposter syndrome. The performance-driven culture of education can intensify these feelings, leaving us feeling inadequate despite our many accomplishments. The good news? There are practical strategies you can use, and systemic changes schools can implement, to reduce the unrealistic pressures and cultivate a healthier mindset for yourself and your colleagues.
Learning Goals
- Participants will be able to define Imposter Syndrome.
- Participants will be able to identify steps they can take to partially undo Imposter Syndrome.
- Participants will be able to identify strategies for fostering a healthier mindset.
Training Details
- Modality: Virtual
- Length: 60-minute session
- Cost: $500
- Training Capacity: 10-person minimum
- Presenter: Barry Schreier, Ph.D., Director of Higher Education Programming, Scanlan Center for School Mental Health; Clinical Professor of Counseling Psychology, University of Iowa College of Education