One of the most important factors in student achievement is
Yet teachers today report elevated levels of stress and anxiety that can interfere with their ability to form meaningful relationships with students and teach effectively.
Mindfulness is a valuable wellness and self-care tool for
The latest research shows mindfulness training for teachers:
helps teachers reduce stress and avoid burnout
promotes healthy relationships between teachers and students
promotes the use of effective teaching and classroom management practices
makes classroom transitions easier and gives teachers more time to teach
Brilliant Mindfulness Offers Single-Session and Multi-Session Program Options
Mindfulness and Stress Reduction for Educators
1-2 hour professional development session- Learn what mindfulness is, what it is not, and how it can help students and teachers
- Get detailed instructions for establishing a personal mindfulness practice to support wellbeing and self-care
- Experience guided practice in a variety of mindfulness exercises
- Discover practical strategies for managing stress and avoiding burnout
- This session is also relevant for paraprofessionals, administrators, secretarial staff, and other school personnel
Teaching Mindfully and Teaching Mindfulness
multiple sessions or full-day intensive- Learn about mindfulness and receive detailed guidance for establishing a personal practice, including practical wellness and self-care strategies for managing stress and avoiding burnout
- Explore teaching as a mindfulness practice, and learn how mindfulness helps you teach with purpose, passion, and presence
- Learn how mindfulness supports social-emotional learning (SEL) and positive behavior intervention strategies (PBIS)
- Practice strategies for mindful communication, mindful teaching, and teaching mindfulness to students
Not located in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area? No problem! Sarah Rudell Beach travels all over the country leading professional trainings for teachers. Click here to contact Sarah about your school’s or district’s needs.
Sarah Rudell Beach, a Mindful Schools Certified Instructor and Guiding Teacher, and Executive Director of Brilliant Mindfulness, is also available to present to your staff on a variety of topics, including:
Wellness, Stress Reduction, and Self-Care
Mindfulness and Education: What Does the Research Tell Us?
Mindfulness and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
Mindfulness for Gifted and Talented/AP Students (and Their Teachers!)
Contact Sarah Rudell Beach at the link above with your school’s needs!
Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Austin Public Schools
Bloomington Public Schools
Boys and Girls Clubs of Minneapolis/St. Paul
City of Winona
Eastern Carver County Schools
Edina Public Schools
Education Minnesota
Houston County Public Health
Jordan School District
Kasson-Mantorville Schools
Metropolitan Educational Cooperative Service Unit
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities
Nerstrand Elementary School
Preferred One
Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Schools
Rushford-Peterson Schools
South Washington County Schools
Southeast Service Cooperative
Spring Grove Public Schools
Stewartville Public Schools
Wayzata Public Schools
The M2 Foundation
The Bolster Collaborative (ME)
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
University of Minnesota, Rochester
Zumbro Education District
“Sarah’s class is a powerful professional development experience. Mindfulness has allowed me to more fully attend to the present moment, to stop chasing unproductive thoughts, and to exercise a greater degree of compassion towards myself. I’m a better teacher as a result. Just ask my students!”
Our mindfulness training for teachers is also available as an online course.
Group discounts are available.
What Teachers Are Saying About Mindfulness Training With Sarah Rudell Beach:
“I have more patience with students at
“I really got a lot from Sarah sharing her experiences and wisdom. I love, love, loved the class!” ~ high school math teacher
“I’ve become more understanding of others, and I’ve been better at communicating with my colleagues.” ~ high school English teacher
“I am truly listening to my students. I am much more aware of the wait time each student needs and I find myself really listening to the questions my students are asking.” ~ high school math teacher
“I am more aware of my thoughts and being in the moment. I can tell my heart isn’t racing as frequently or intensely.” ~ 4th-grade teacher
“It is amazing how much more efficiently my brain works when I am not spending my precious brain energy in the past or future!” ~ high school art teacher