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OH HEY! I'M MARIAH
OH HEY! I'M MARIAH 
Kindergarten specialist turned educator support system
On a mission to help all Canadian teachers stress less
Over 1,900 educators trained and worked with
Over 23,600 resources being used by educators
Preventer of educator burnout by providing engaging resources and quality PD
New mom of three under two, including twins
Flagship program, Kinder Planned, with 400+ educators enrolled
Kindergarten specialist turned educator support system 
On a mission to help all Canadian teachers stress less
Over 1,900 educators trained and worked with
Over 23,600 resources being used by educators
Preventer of educator burnout by providing engaging resources and quality PD
New mom of three under two, including twins
ARE WE ABOUT TO BECOME BEST FRIENDS?
IF YOU ARE:
🌈 A kindergarten educator
🌈 Looking to thrive inside and out of the classroom
🌈 Ready to embrace ease in your teaching
🌈 Building your classroom confidence
AND YOU'RE LOOKING FOR:
🌈 Expert guidance and resources for educators
🌈 Effective systems and routines that empower you
🌈 Engaging activities and ideas that don’t burn you out
🌈 Support and genuine connection
THEN YOU'RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE! 💕
A Playful Purpose is all about helping YOU re-ignite your love for early learning by removing the stress of searching for resources and planning for play-based learning. By implementing simple systems, reliable routines and not re-inventing the wheel, you can leave work at the bell and leave your prep to prep time. Sound too good to be true? I thought so too. But after years feeling burnt out and on the brink of stress leave, I finally realized that teaching didn't have to be like this.
Now that you're here, I'll show you the way.
I DIDN'T KNOW.
I totally get it - when I first started teaching, I thought working all weekend and being on the verge of burnout was just part of the job. Those beautiful classrooms on social media made it seem like that was just the way it was, right?
But man, was I wrong. I took all the AQ and ABQ courses to become a Kinder Specialist and even led dance club (which was so much fun after 10 years of teaching dance as a teenager). I was the kinder lead, joined planning committees... you name it, I did it. But then one day, I found myself so burnt out that I was about to be put on stress leave. That's when I realized that my job was just a part of my life, not my whole life.
I was missing out on all the other parts of me - the parts that love yoga, hanging with friends, playing games, and going for walks. The parts that make me human, not just a teacher. And to be honest, I was even missing out on the chance to fall in love because I was so consumed by work.
So, I made a change. I stopped doing all the extras and focused on prepping during my prep time. I left work at work and you know what? My life started to get better. I fell in love, had a baby, and even turned my hobby into a business! And the best part? My students still learned, still had fun, and I was still a great teacher.
That's what I want for you too, and I'm so excited you found me! Because together, we're going to change your life.
SUMMER IS COMING!
EMBRACE EASE WITH DONE-FOR-YOU CAMPING THEMED ACTIVITIES 🏕️
WRITING, MATH, PLAY AND MORE ARE JUST A CLICK AWAY!
Busy ? Kindergarten Kept Simple is your secret to success.
? Kindergarten Kept Simple is your secret to success.Bite-sized episodes with practical teaching tips that are the perfect way to get some pep in your step during your commute.
320+ CANADIAN EDUCATORS ARE LEAVING AT THE BELL WITH A SMILE. WANT IN ON THE MAGIC?
