Introduction
Teaching is one of the most rewarding—and most demanding—professions out there. Between lesson planning, grading, emails, and family commitments, it’s easy to feel like your to-do list runs the show. Get Organized: How to Be a Together Teacher, led by Maia Heyck-Merlin and offered through SchoolDay Academy (powered by Coursera), is the reset button educators have been waiting for.
In this course, you’ll learn how to take control of your time, streamline your systems, and create space for what matters most. Whether that’s building your side business, writing your book, or simply spending more evenings with your family, this course helps you work smarter—not longer.
Why This Course Matters
Being “together” doesn’t mean being perfect—it means being prepared. When your calendar, classroom, and commitments are organized, you gain more than productivity—you gain peace.
Across six focused modules, you’ll learn how to:
- Build a personal organization system that fits your teaching style.
- Manage your calendar and priorities with confidence.
- Use tools (digital or paper!) to track deadlines and free time effectively.
- Plan ahead for smoother weeks and fewer late nights.
- Create systems that make your work life sustainable—and your personal life enjoyable.
You’ll walk away with practical tools to reclaim your evenings, protect your weekends, and bring more calm, creativity, and balance into your teaching routine.
What You’ll Learn
This six-module course blends insight and practicality, guiding you step-by-step through sustainable productivity practices tailored for educators.
Module 1 – The Why of Togetherness
Understand how organization supports instructional quality, personal balance, and long-term success.
Module 2 – Defining Priorities
Identify your non-negotiables—what truly matters in your teaching and personal life.
Module 3 – Building Your System
Develop your personalized structure for tasks, tools, and tracking.
Module 4 – Calendar Mastery
Learn how to manage time intentionally, block priorities, and anticipate challenges.
Module 5 – Daily Routines That Work
Design consistent habits that reduce stress and decision fatigue.
Module 6 – Staying Together Long-Term
Refine your system for ongoing success and balance—at school and at home.
Course Details
- Time to Complete: ~8 hours (self-paced, flexible schedule)
- Format: 6-module course with guided lessons, assignments, and reflection exercises
- Certificate: Shareable upon completion
Real-World Impact for Educators
For teachers, organization isn’t about perfection—it’s about freedom. This course helps you align your professional systems with your personal values, unlocking time and energy for what you love most.
You’ll be able to:
- Reduce stress and manage teaching tasks efficiently.
- Build habits that create lasting work-life balance.
- Use saved time to explore creative ventures like selling instructional materials, launching an education blog, or writing a book.
- Spend more quality time with family, friends, and personal hobbies.
By the end, you’ll have a customized toolkit that keeps you together, calm, and capable—even during the busiest weeks of the school year.
Why SchoolDay Academy Recommends This Course
At SchoolDay Academy, we believe that effective teaching starts with sustainable living. Get Organized: How to Be a Together Teacher gives educators the structure, mindset, and tools to thrive—both inside and outside the classroom.
This course stands out because it:
- Empowers educators to find balance without sacrificing impact.
- Offers immediately actionable tools for real-world time management.
- Supports creative and personal growth beyond the classroom.
- Is included in the SchoolDay Academy annual subscription—just $149 per user, with unlimited access to hundreds of curated K–12 and higher-ed courses and certificates.
- Offers district and university bulk pricing as low as $100 per user, making wellness-driven PD accessible across teams.
More organization doesn’t just improve instruction—it improves life.
If you’re ready to move from reactive to intentional—more time for teaching, family, and yourself—this course is your next best step. Get Organized: How to Be a Together Teacher helps you streamline your systems, reduce stress, and finally achieve the balance you deserve.
Start learning “Get Organized: How to Be a Together Teacher” today on SchoolDay Academy (powered by Coursera) and take back your time, energy, and peace of mind.