Kelly Education Announces Launch of New Podcast, "Wake Up and Teach"

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Kelly Education, the largest provider of education talent and workforce solutions in the US, has launched a new podcast called 'Wake Up and Teach'. Hosted by Kelly Education President Nicola Soares, the bi-weekly series will feature conversations with education experts and thought leaders, focusing on critical topics such as teacher shortages, workforce planning, and talent retention strategies.

The first season will explore various subjects including the current education workforce landscape, building-level challenges, recruitment approaches, district culture revitalization, and classroom technology. The podcast aims to provide practical solutions and innovative approaches for education leaders nationwide, drawing from real-life success stories that schools can adapt to their specific workforce needs.

TROY, Mich., Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kelly Education, the nation’s largest provider of education talent and workforce solutions, is excited to announce its new podcast, Wake Up and Teach, a series dedicated to addressing the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the education workforce, launched today.

Hosted by Nicola Soares, President of Kelly Education, the podcast will feature candid conversations with education experts, thought leaders, and innovators, tackling critical topics such as teacher shortages, workforce planning, leadership development, and strategies for attracting, hiring, and retaining top talent in our nation’s schools. Through this platform, Kelly Education aims to drive dialogue around reimagining the way schools recruit and support educators and staff, offering actionable solutions for education leaders across the nation.

“For more than 25 years, Kelly Education has been committed to solving complex workforce challenges for schools,” said Nicola Soares, President of Kelly Education. “With Wake Up and Teach, we’re taking this mission to the next level—creating a space to bring together different perspectives, share bold ideas, and explore innovative approaches to fostering a resilient and effective education workforce. Our goal is to empower education leaders to meet the demands of today’s classrooms and build a brighter future for students and educators alike.”

The first season of Wake Up and Teach will cover a range of timely and impactful subjects, including:

• The current landscape of the education workforce
• Navigating building-level challenges
• Fresh approaches for boosting recruitment and retention
• Revitalizing your district’s culture
• Technology in the classroom and beyond
  

A key component of the series is its emphasis on practical, forward-thinking strategies. Guests will share real-life examples of success and discuss how school communities nationwide can adapt these lessons to meet their unique workforce needs.

“The education workforce is the foundation of every school’s success,” said Nicola. “By convening experts from both inside and outside of education, we hope to spark new ways of thinking about how schools can attract and retain the best talent—and ultimately create an environment where educators and students thrive.”

Listeners can tune in to Wake Up and Teach wherever they get their favorite podcasts, with new episodes released on a bi-weekly basis. Join the conversation as Kelly Education continues to shape the future of workforce solutions in education.

For more information about Wake Up and Teach and Kelly Education’s ongoing initiatives, please visit www.kellyeducation.com.

About Kelly Education

Kelly Education powers the future of learning through customized workforce solutions, including hiring and recruiting, business management, professional development, academic and social-emotional support across the full continuum of education––from PreK-12, special education, and therapeutic services to executive search and beyond. Kelly Education is a business of Kelly (Nasdaq: KELYA, KELYB), a global workforce solutions provider that connects businesses and individuals with limitless opportunities through meaningful work. Learn more at kellyeducation.com or connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X. 

For media inquiries, please contact:

Danielle Nixon

Director of Public Relations

Kelly Education

Phone: 816-737-8414

Email: danielle.nixon@kellyservices.com

FAQ

What is Kelly Education's new Wake Up and Teach podcast about?

Wake Up and Teach is a podcast series focused on addressing education workforce challenges and opportunities, featuring conversations with education experts about teacher shortages, workforce planning, and talent retention strategies.

How often will new episodes of Kelly Education's Wake Up and Teach podcast be released?

New episodes of Wake Up and Teach will be released on a bi-weekly basis.

What topics will the first season of Kelly Education's Wake Up and Teach podcast cover?

The first season will cover the education workforce landscape, building-level challenges, recruitment and retention approaches, district culture revitalization, and technology in the classroom.

Who hosts Kelly Education's Wake Up and Teach podcast?

The podcast is hosted by Nicola Soares, President of Kelly Education.