Teaching While Queer

Teaching While Queer Are you a q***r educator feeling isolated by identity politics on campus? Ready to reclaim your voice and connect with a supportive community?

Teaching While Q***r provides q***r folks working in education with a community to feel less alone and unload the burden of identity politics so you can work & live as your authentic self. Listen to:

Be enveloped in a community of q***r educators
Gain resources and advice on LGBTQ inclusion in School
Move from surviving to thriving authentically in your professional and personal life

Host, Brya

n Stanton holds an MFA in Theatre Pedagogy with a focus on Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Universal Design for Learning. He is a former Teacher of the Year who was targeted by conservative voices which led to the creation of this space. Every Tuesday and Thursday Bryan sits down with q***r educators from around the world to amplify their voices and ensure that we are never silenced. Start by listening to episode #19: "Advocacy through Art and Drag: A Q***r Teacher Helping LGBTQ Students in Schools”.

Have you been impacted by the fires in Los Angeles? Fill out the form in our bio and on our website. As we accept donati...
01/12/2025

Have you been impacted by the fires in Los Angeles? Fill out the form in our bio and on our website. As we accept donations we will be reaching out to those impacted to offer support.

Teaching While Q***r has launched the Q***r Educator Fire Relief Fund. The Q***r Educator Fire Relief Fund urgently need...
01/11/2025

Teaching While Q***r has launched the Q***r Educator Fire Relief Fund. The Q***r Educator Fire Relief Fund urgently needs your support to help q***r educators in Los Angeles who have been severely impacted by the devastating fires. Many of these educators have lost their homes, belongings, and classrooms, facing immense challenges as they work to rebuild their lives and continue supporting their students. Your donation can make a real difference, providing essential resources like housing assistance, school supplies, and emotional support during this difficult time. By contributing to this fund, you stand in solidarity with our q***r educators and affirm their invaluable role in shaping inclusive and resilient communities. Every dollar counts—please donate today!



Request Relief: bit.ly/FireReliefImpact

Donate to Fund: bit.ly/twqFireRelief

We are on Bluesky. We’ll pick up posting there as we get settled. Give us a follow. Also maybe share our insta with your...
01/09/2025

We are on Bluesky. We’ll pick up posting there as we get settled. Give us a follow. Also maybe share our insta with your friends and families.

I grew up in a Suburb of LA and thankfully, at the moment, my family who still lives there is safe and away from the fir...
01/09/2025

I grew up in a Suburb of LA and thankfully, at the moment, my family who still lives there is safe and away from the fires but I am just stunned at the devastation. It’s hard to process. Sending love and healing to all affected.

12/30/2024

Representation isn’t a trend. It’s a necessity. It’s about allowing all people to see themselves reflected and valued in every space.

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🌈 Calling all Q***r Educators! Have a story to share? We’re looking for guests to be interviewed on Teaching While Q***r...
12/27/2024

🌈 Calling all Q***r Educators! Have a story to share? We’re looking for guests to be interviewed on Teaching While Q***r! Whether you’re navigating challenges, celebrating victories, or reshaping education, your voice deserves to be heard. 🎙️

DM us and let’s get an interview scheduled. Let’s amplify q***r voices in education together!

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So, how can we combat compulsory heterosexuality in the classroom? Marina shared actionable strategies that q***r educat...
12/26/2024

So, how can we combat compulsory heterosexuality in the classroom? Marina shared actionable strategies that q***r educators can use to create more inclusive spaces:
Be Visible: If it’s safe, embrace your identity openly. Visibility empowers students and models authenticity.

Center Intersectionality: Incorporate diverse q***r narratives into your lessons, moving beyond surface-level discussions.

Encourage Critical Thinking: Teach students to question societal norms and examine their own biases.

Create Safe Spaces: Foster environments where students feel free to express themselves and explore their identities without judgment.

Advocate for Curriculum Changes: Push for LGBTQ+ representation across all subjects and grade levels.

Marina gave some great advice in this week’s episode. You can catch the recap today! ***r ***rEducators ***an

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12/23/2024

Our website is under construction while we migrate to a new server. We will have it up and running ASAP. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Stay connected with us on social media or at bryan@teachingwhileq***r@org.

AMPLIFYING:Hello!My name is Chris Divens (they/them) and I am a PhD student at Coastal Carolina University as well as a ...
12/14/2024

AMPLIFYING:
Hello!

My name is Chris Divens (they/them) and I am a PhD student at Coastal Carolina University as well as a public school teacher in South Carolina. I am looking to recruit participants to take part in an interview study about the perspectives, experiences, and attributes of non-binary K-12 teachers in the Deep South. For this study, the Deep South is defined as: North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas. This study will ask participants to take part in 1-3 virtual interviews via Zoom. To be eligible, you must be a current or former K-12 public school teacher in one of the listed states who identifies outside of the man/woman binary. This includes those who are genderq***r, demigender, agender, genderfluid, etc. You must also be able to speak fluent English. *There will be no compensation for this study.*

I am undertaking this research experience as the principal author with a professor at my university, Dr. Jonathan Coker, serving as a supervisor/co-author.

We are taking measures to ensure participant confidentiality. We encourage participants to use an encrypted email that is not associated with your employer for communication. We will be de-identifying participant data after collection, will not be specifying a geographic region beyond an individual state or providence in any use of gathered data, and will be following all other relevant federal regulations.

If you are interested, please reach out to me at [email protected]. You are also welcome to email my supervisor/co-author at [email protected]. Thank you for your consideration.

Approved by the Coastal Carolina University IRB:

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Hello,I am conducting a study on the experiences of q***r teachers in Oklahoma public schools. I am reaching out to invi...
12/12/2024

Hello,
I am conducting a study on the experiences of q***r teachers in Oklahoma public schools. I am reaching out to invite you to participate in this important research.
Purpose of the Study: The purpose of this study is to understand the unique challenges and experiences faced by q***r teachers working in public schools in Oklahoma.
Participation
Details: Participation involves collecting district policies regarding LGBTQ+ teachers and students, answering written response questions that will take approximately 30 minutes, and a confidential interview that will take approximately 60-90 minutes. The interview can be conducted via phone or video call at a time that is convenient for you. Your participation is entirely voluntary, and you can withdraw at any time without any consequences. To participate in this, please respond to this email for further information.
Confidentiality: All information provided will be kept strictly confidential and used only for the purposes of this study.
Referral Request: If you know any other q***r teachers who might be interested in participating, we would greatly appreciate it if you could forward this invitation to them.
If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to contact me at [email protected], or DM me on Facebook. Thank you for considering participation in this important study.
Best regards,

Grace Markes PhD Candidate Oklahoma State

✨ We did it! ✨ Thanks to your incredible generosity, we surpassed our $1,000 goal and raised a total of $1,195! You 🌈 💜 ...
12/05/2024

✨ We did it! ✨ Thanks to your incredible generosity, we surpassed our $1,000 goal and raised a total of $1,195! You 🌈 💜 Your support helps us continue to create spaces for + educators and students to thrive. We are so grateful for this community —together, we’re making a real difference. Let’s keep pushing for progress!

If you haven’t donated we are still accepting donations. Every little bit helps us create more inclusive school communities!

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Support ***r and make a difference today! Your donation to Teaching While Q***r helps empower + educators and create...
12/03/2024

Support ***r and make a difference today! Your donation to Teaching While Q***r helps empower + educators and create inclusive classrooms for all. Let’s uplift our community this ! Link in bio.💜 ***rEducators +

Today is our 100th Episode and it’s Giving Tuesday! 🌈 This , join us in building safe, affirming schools and communitie...
12/03/2024

Today is our 100th Episode and it’s Giving Tuesday! 🌈 This , join us in building safe, affirming schools and communities for all. Every donation helps us create change and foster belonging. Donate now. Together, we can make a difference. 💕 ***r

https://bit.ly/TWQGivingTuesday

Coming this Tuesday….Episode 100. Wow! I can’t believe it. Thank you for being here in this journey-
11/29/2024

Coming this Tuesday….Episode 100. Wow! I can’t believe it. Thank you for being here in this journey-

🎙️✨ This GivingTuesday, let’s amplify the voices that matter! Support Teaching While Q***r, the podcast where q***r educ...
11/27/2024

🎙️✨ This GivingTuesday, let’s amplify the voices that matter! Support Teaching While Q***r, the podcast where q***r educators share their stories, inspire change, and build a more inclusive future for everyone. Your support helps us continue to spotlight these powerful voices and create space for transformation in education.

💡 How can you help?
✔️ Donate to keep the podcast going.
✔️ Share this post to spread the word.
✔️ Listen to the stories that empower us all.

Every little bit helps us keep telling these vital stories. Let’s make a difference together! 🏳️‍🌈🌟

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Today, on Trans Day of Remembrance, we pause to honor the lives lost to anti-trans violence and reflect on the ongoing f...
11/20/2024

Today, on Trans Day of Remembrance, we pause to honor the lives lost to anti-trans violence and reflect on the ongoing fight for justice, dignity, and visibility.
As educators and allies, it is our duty to create spaces where trans and nonbinary students feel affirmed and protected. Let’s use this day to recommit to that mission and amplify the voices of those silenced too soon.
💜 Share this post to spread awareness. Together, we build a safer, braver world. 🏳️‍⚧️ ***r

This , help us create safer, more inclusive schools for all!Teaching While Q***r is in a mission to ensure that every e...
11/19/2024

This , help us create safer, more inclusive schools for all!

Teaching While Q***r is in a mission to ensure that every educator can teach, every family can belong, and every child can learn —regardless of their actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity. 💙💚💜

But we need your support to make it happen! Every donation helps us build the resources and programs that empower + educators, support inclusive classrooms, and advocate for policies that protect students and staff from discrimination.

Together, we can create a world where every school is a safe space, where diversity is celebrated, and where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. 🏳️‍🌈

How you can help:
1. Donate today through the link in our bio
2. Share this post with your community
3. Encourage others to contribute—every little bit counts!

💬Drop a ❤️ if you believe in inclusive education and equality for all.

Thank you for supporting Teaching While Q***r 🙏 🌈
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11/09/2024

Today and ***r came together to talk and future projects on supporting, amplifying, and mobilizing ***r

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Caption: 🎙️ On this episode of Teaching While Q***r, we’re diving into school-based restorative justice. 🏫✨ Imagine a pyramid: 🟢 Base/Tier 1: The bedrock — theory & community building.
🟡 Tier 2: Addressing harm & fostering healing.
🔴 Tier 3: Reentry & reintegration — the smallest but crucial part. 💡 How can we create more equitable spaces for all students? Let’s unpack it together. Hit play and join the conversation! 🎧💬 #TeachingWhileQ***r #RestorativeJustice #LGBTQEducators #Q***rTeachers #EquityInEducation #RestorativePractices #TeacherLife #EducationMatters #Inclusion #Q***rVoices #SocialJusticeInEducation #TeacherCommunity #PodcastLife

🌈 “Teach the way you wish you weee taught.” Teaching isn’t easy; it’s often a thankless job. But the impact we have by modeling compassion, open communication, and critical thinking can echo through your our students’ lives. #TeachingWhileQ***r #Q***rEducator #TeachingWithPride #EducationMatters #Q***r #2slgbtqia #lgbtq

What happens when the classroom becomes a battleground for identity, authenticity, and the fight for inclusivity? In tomorrow’s episode of Teaching While Q***r, we dive deep into the power of teaching at the intersection of identity, education, and art. 🎭 Join Shea as they share personal stories about: ✨ The challenges of creating inclusive spaces while addressing systemic issues and cultural ignorance. ✨ How theater can challenge stereotypes, educate about forgotten histories, and promote inclusivity in unexpected ways. ✨ Strategies for addressing student conflict, fostering empathy, and building authentic connections in diverse classrooms. 🎧 Press play to uncover how authenticity, education, and the arts can inspire meaningful change. 💡 This episode is for educators, artists, and anyone passionate about equity and critical thinking in today’s classrooms. 📅 Episode drops tomorrow! #TeachingWhileQ***r #InclusiveEducation #Q***rTeachers #EducationMatters #TheaterInEducation #EquityInEducation #LGBTQIA+Educators

Heather McGhee’s “solidarity dividends” reminds us of the power we have when communities unite. The #q***r community hey has shown time and again how we can build bridges across differences, creating resilience and joy. Yes, there’s stress in being marginalized, but there’s also positive marginality — a unique perspective that lets us thrive in the edges, foster creativity, and inspire change. Teaching gratitude and #mindfulness reminds us to hold space for hope and connection, even in tough days. #Q***rCommunity #lgbtq #2slgbtqia #Q***rEducators #LGBTQInEducation

Meanwhile over on TikTok…I don’t get why this person is upset unless they believe behavior management is about crime and punishment.

🌈 “You don’t have to disclose anything you’re not ready to, and that doesn’t invalidate your identity.” 🌈 In this powerful episode Marina Carreira (she/they) shares invaluable wisdom on living authentically, planting seeds of change, and protecting our energy as q***r educators and students. Tune in to hear Marina’s take on navigating identity, #advocacy, and created spaces for mutual respect in the classroom. Let’s build a world where authenticity thrives and conversations inspire. 💜 #Q***rEducators #2slgbtqia #RepresentationMatters #Q***rVoices

Tomorrow’s conversation with Marina (she/they) is a great discussion on the need to challenge #heteronormative biases in #Gender Studies curricula. #Q***r #q***rpodcast #2slgbtqia #q***reducators

“Behavior Management” shouldn’t be about crime and punishment —it should be about harm and healing. @heyprofessormoe breaks down how restorative practices empower young people with the critical thinking skills to navigate conflict, collaborate, and tap into their best selves. This is how we build healthier, stronger communities while reimagining what schooling can truly be. 🙌 🌈 #TeachingWhileQ***r #q***r #q***rpodcast #2slgbtqia #Q***rEducator #RestorativePractices #FreedomDreaming

Welcome @heyprofessormoe to the Teaching While Q***r family! His episode airs tomorrow. We talk #affirmation, #RestorativePractices, #CulturallyResponsive Classrooms and @proudeducators #Q***rCamp. #Q***r #2slgbtqia #q***rpodcast #educator #Q***rEducators

Feeling the #PostElection stress? Navigating tough conversations with family and coworkers can be draining. 😓 In our latest episode, we share practical tips to protect your peace and maintain healthy relationships. What’s your go-to strategy for handling difficult conversations? Share your thoughts below!👇

Feeling overwhelmed by political conversation? 🫠 Tune in tomorrow as @profbryanstanton and @gagnonmt share practical tips to protect your peace and maintain healthy relationships both at work and at family gatherings. #Politics #Holidays #Q***r #PostElection #Q***rEducators #2slgbtqia #lgbtq

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