Teaching Archives - Embrace Our Calling

Mervyn Sek on Discerning God’s Calling in a Career Transition

How does one navigate a career transition, weigh the options, and discern God’s calling in the process? Join us for an interview with Mervyn Sek, public servant and former JC HOD, to learn how he sought God’s guidance in his recent career transition.

Teacher Burnout – What is it and How to Prevent it

Teacher burnout is very real and can lead to cynicism, detachment, and even depression, making it difficult for teachers to follow their calling effectively. Here are 5 ways that teachers can do to prevent burnout and find renewal.

How I Survived a Recent Burnout Episode

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I was unable to blog last 2 months due to a difficult but mercifully short burnout episode. What led to this, and how did I recover?

Father’s Day Special Interview with Edwin Khoo, on Balancing Work and Family as Senior Teacher and a Father of 4

Edwin Khoo Balancing Work and Family as a Senior Teacher and a Father of 4_A Fathers Day Special Interview

In this Father’s Day Special Interview, meet Edwin Khoo who will share how he balances work and family as Senior Teacher and a father of 4!

Book Review: ‘Master of One’ by Jordan Raynor

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Tired of being a ‘jack of all trades, but a master of none’?Jordan Raynor has written an excellent book to help us find, focus on, and master the work that God has created us to do.

Rebecca Ng: The Journey of a Turnaround Music Teacher

Interview with Rebecca Ng music teacher turnaround life reaching out to at-risk or high risk youths and students

Rebecca Ng was once an academically at-risk student with no clear direction in life. Today, she is a full-time secondary school teacher teaching music and working with at-risk students. Find out how her life was turned around!