• COMING SOON! "Calming the Classroom Chaos" Digital Course Arrives Spring 2024

Welcome to Not Your Ordinary Teacher!

My name is Emily and Not Your Ordinary Teacher (NYOT) is here to support
teachers in the work you do with students. Currently, our focus is on Social
Emotional Learning
 and classroom management training for educators.

Mission Statement
Dedicated to the success and well-being of educators. Not Your Ordinary Teacher provides transformative training and resources, enabling teachers to create classrooms where both students and educators thrive.
Vision Statement
Envisioning classrooms where every teacher feels equipped, supported, and confident about creating an atmosphere where the joy of learning flourishes, behavior challenges diminish, and every student develops their voice.

Core Values

1.   Supportive: Our commitment is to be a reliable partner, offering unwavering support to teachers on their journey to effective classroom management and Social-Emotional Learning.

2.   Positivity: We foster a positive and encouraging environment, helping teachers rediscover the joy in their profession.

3.   Empowerment: We empower educators to implement lasting positive change by providing them with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed.

4.   Authenticity: We believe in providing genuine, lasting support that reflects the real challenges teachers face in the classroom.

5.   Research-Focused: Our commitment to research ensures that our training is grounded in evidence-based practices, providing teachers with the most effective tools for classroom success.

  • Culturally-Responsive: We prioritize cultural responsiveness, ensuring that our training is inclusive and meets the diverse needs of students and teachers alike.
  • Trauma-Informed: Recognizing the impact of trauma, we approach our training with the sensitivity and awareness to create safe and supportive learning environments.
  • Equity-Centered: We are dedicated to promoting equity in education, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to develop their voice and succeed.
  • A Whole-Child Focus: In order for children to succeed, we must ensure that we give attention and focus to students’ academically, socially, emotionally, mentally, and physically.