What does it mean to care for teachers as much as they care for their learners? In this National Teachers’ Month episode, Ma. Regina Peñarroyo sits down with Dr. Monalice Aguilar, Dean of the College of Communication at New Era University, for a candid conversation on teacher well-being, burnout, boundaries, and staying connected to one’s purpose as an educator.
The conversation looks beyond individual self-care to the conditions that shape teachers’ well-being, including workload, relationships, school culture, and institutional support. It also explores practical ways teachers can recognize early signs of burnout, manage their emotions, communicate healthier boundaries, and seek support when needed—while reminding schools that caring for teachers requires addressing the systems in which they work.
