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In this episode of the Rebel Teachers Rising Podcast, hosts interview Theresa Copeland, known on Instagram as 'True Life, I'm a Teacher,' who shares her harrowing story of being fired from her K-12 school. The discussion touches on various themes including teacher autonomy, the challenges of CAN curriculum, the teacher pay mess, and the detrimental effects of school administration's lack of experience and insecurity. Theresa reveals the struggles of maintaining professionalism while navigating administrative oversight and emphasizes the importance of thoughtfully curated, teacher-driven curricula. The conversation also underlines how teacher autonomy is being eroded, impacting teachers' mental health and the overall quality of education. Part two of the interview will further delve into Theresa's experiences and potential solutions to these systemic issues.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

00:07 Theresa Copeland's Story Begins

00:53 Theresa's Experience with Administration

05:14 Theresa's Instagram Controversy

09:04 The Fallout and Aftermath

22:02 Reflections and Broader Implications

30:47 The Complexity of Teacher Autonomy

31:27 The Role of Standards in Teaching

32:42 Challenges with Canned Curriculum

34:54 Teacher Health and Well-being

36:22 The Importance of Teacherpreneurship

39:09 Issues with Pacing and Curriculum Enforcement

47:11 The Problem with Decision Makers in Education

54:56 The Reading Instruction Dilemma

56:55 Conclusion and Call to Action

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