What really pushes a teacher to leave the classroom?

In this episode I sat down with Keira, a nonbinary lesbian, who formerly taught elementary school in Texas for 8 years. They navigated constant school changes, grade-level shifts, and increasingly toxic work environments.

From teaching Pre-K to 5th grade, their experience reveals what instability in education actually looks like behind the scenes. We talk about everything—from being reported for wearing a hat backward to being told to stay quiet after a student gave them a concussion.

This is an honest, unfiltered conversation about burnout, lack of support, workplace culture, and the moments that finally push great teachers out of the profession. If you’ve ever wondered why so many teachers are leaving, this episode will give you some answers.

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