Wellness in Motion: How SWIFTT Enhances Teacher Resilience and Equitable Instruction
Department
Health Promotion and Physical Education
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Winter 11-7-2025
Embargo Period
7-13-2026
Abstract
Health and physical educators (HPE) regularly face burnout, isolation, and stress. Post-pandemic changes exacerbated these issues, necessitating additional support for prevention and management. To help address these issues, the System of Wellness Instruction for Teachers & Teens (SWIFTT) platform was co-created with HPE professionals to provide relevant, contextual connections, resources, and supports for use by HPE professionals to enhance their own wellness and personal and professional growth. Pilot data identified four useful resources (mindfulness, social-emotional learning, wellness tips, and podcasts) and four improvement areas (system navigation, defining target audience, additional burnout resources, and student resources). Overall, SWIFTT was well received and can serve as a support for HPE professionals to address burnout, isolation, and stress as well as enhance resilience, equity, and well-being.
Journal Title
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
Volume
96
Issue
9
First Page
48
Last Page
55
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
https://doi.org/10.1080/07303084.2025.2544056
Comments
Full Author List: Christopher J. Simenz , Leslie Ruffalo , Courtney Barry, Brian Culp , Bruce Dreyer, Pamela Hansen, Jordan Janusiak, Roger Masarik, Chad Mickelson, Stephanie Morris, Carlos Rodriguez, Abbey Stoltenburg, Steven Wolf, and David Nelson