Episode 55 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Rick McWaters)
For the fifty-fifth (and last episode for 2023) of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing former teacher, coach and friend Rick McWaters. I was lucky enough to be taught and coached by Rick as well as to coach volleyball with him. He was a very special teacher and mentor who inspired me to love learning and education. To say Rick is one of my favourite teachers is an understatement! 
Rick has been in education for over 40 years in various schools, teaching Physical Education in both primary, secondary and VCE settings. Rick has also had many leadership roles such as Head of House and Head of Pastoral Care/Wellbeing. 
Rick discusses the following:
- His teaching journey, why he became a teacher and his teacher role model/s.
- Greatest challenge and proudest moment as a teacher
- His leadership roles.
- Developing his leadership skills. 
- His role as Head of Pastoral Care.
- Challenges of dealing with serious situations and issues. 
- How to go about not taking work home with you.  
- Top tips when teaching VCE subjects. 
- Building a strong sporting culture within a school. 
- Having family members who are teaching. 
- Retirement 
- Todd’s Stock Exchange (Game).

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