Despite the crucial role of teachers in fostering children’s academic learning and social-emotional well-being, addressing teacher stress in the classroom remains a significant challenge in education. Teachers play a central role in creating a classroom climate that fosters student learning and social-emotional well-being. However, teaching can be stressful and managing classroom dynamics taxing. As a profession, teaching is plagued by significant turnover which is often attributed to burnout. For teachers who stay, stress can impact their ability to be responsive and effective in the classroom. This presentation shows the impact of a teacher’s well-being on student learning and how teachers can prioritize self-care to combat burnout.