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When teachers are supported with the right systems, everyone benefits—teachers, students, and schools.

If you’re a teacher who's ever thought, "There has to be a better way so I don't burn out," this is it. 

If you’re a principal who's ever thought, "There has to be a better way to support and retain the best teachers," this is it. has

 By Kristen Donegan

 

The Organized Teacher Tool Kit is a practical, judgment-free guide for elementary teachers who want to do their job well and have a life outside the classroom. Instead of more tips, hacks, or unrealistic expectations, you’ll learn a proven system that helps you decide what actually needs to get done—and what doesn’t—so you can leave school prepared more often.

Inside, you’ll discover The Organized Teacher System, built on four essential pillars:

  • Time Management & Boundaries Learn how to prioritize tasks and manage your schedule effectively to stay focused and productive so your day has a clear stopping point.

  • A Clutter-Free Space Discover practical tips for creating and maintaining an organized classroom that enhances teaching and reduces stress, even if you’re starting with classroom clutter.

  • Simple Organization Systems that support your teaching (not complicate it) and save you time.

  • Doable Boundaries Implement actionable methods to set and respect boundaries, ensuring a healthier work-life balance and preventing burnout.

    IT ALSO INCLUDES:
  • Real-Life Success Stories: Gain inspiration from teachers in the classroom right now who have successfully transformed their professional and personal lives using these strategies from The Organized Teacher System.
  • 15 organization resources to download instantly from the book so you can get results quickly.

 

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Who is this book for?

This book supports teachers in doing their best work while helping schools reduce burnout, increase retention, and create healthier staff cultures.

 

It’s an ideal resource for new and veteran teachers, mentoring programs, professional learning communities, and schoolwide professional development.

School Administrators are purchasing this book for a summer book study to start the year strong.

Trusted by Teachers.  Supported by Educators.

Every day, classroom teachers are navigating packed schedules, growing expectations, and the quiet pressure to do more than one person realistically can.

Inside real classrooms, teachers are craving support. Boundaries. Systems that actually work to save time instead of waste it.

And it’s not just classroom teachers who see the need for change.

Educators and leaders across the profession recognize that something has to shift if we want great teachers to stay in this work.

I Have Three Hopes For You When You Read This Book:

  • You see what's possible for yourself both in and out of the classroom.
  • You take at least one proven time-saving system back into your classroom to easily apply it.
  • You see that it can be easier and even sustainable with a few small tweaks. 

Here’s what some of those voices are saying about this message.

Here's what Teachers are Saying after using The Organized Teacher System:

“Before the OTC I was spending SO much time on paperwork and prep for my job that I felt like I could never catch up. I was burnt out and I didn’t feel like I had the time to devote to the most important parts of my job (building relationships with my students and families and teaching engaging lessons to the kids).”

Lisa S., 2nd grade Teacher

21 years experience

“It feels wonderful to know I have energy after school to play with my kids instead of being mentally and physically drained at the end of the school day.”

Sabrena B., Kindergarten Teacher, 

9 years experience

 “My Environment score on the teacher evaluation was the highest score because everything was neat, organized, and structured.”

Margaret M., 2nd grade Teacher,

12 years experience

 

"Kristen's story and systems make teachers feel seen, understood, and capable again. It validates how hard this job truly is while offering practical, sustainable ideas that make teaching feel not only manageable, but joyful."  

Caitlin Mitchell

CEO and Co-Founder, EB Academics

“So you want to be more organized? Well, person whose life is about to be changed, you found the perfect coach. If there’s anything you need to know about Kristen Donegan it’s that she is THE most organized person you may ever meet. Having used her resources (and professional guidance) in the past, I can tell you that you are in not good but GREAT hands with her words, wisdom and toolkit.”

Joe Dombrowski

Comedian, Speaker, Former Elementary Teacher

“Kristen truly cares about teachers, and you can feel that in everything she does — this is one of those books that actually gives you systems that work rather than fluff. The Organized Teacher Toolkit helps you save time, streamline your days, and focus on what truly matters both in the classroom and in life.”

Bryce Sizemore

Founder of The Teaching Texan and The Teaching Texan Teacher Planner and Kindergarten Teacher

“This book is so relatable it feels like Kristen crawled inside every teacher’s brain and organized the chaos for us. She names the pressures we quietly carry and offers real, sustainable systems that help us finally reclaim our time, our energy, and our joy.”

Jen Jones

K-12 Literacy Specialist, Founder of Hello Literacy and Hello Decodables

“As the host of education conferences myself, I know a lot of people in this space.  When I think classroom organization and management, Kristen Donegan is the first name that comes to mind.”

Kelsey Sorenson

Founder of the Educate and Rejuvenate Teaching Conference 

When you preorder today, you get The Organized Teacher Quick-Start Kit 

If you’re like most teachers, you don’t need inspiration.

You need clarity.
You need direction.
You need to know what actually matters tomorrow.

That’s why when you preorder the book, you’ll get instant access to the Organized Teacher Quick-Start Kit — a practical bundle of tools pulled directly from the Organized Teacher System.

So you don’t have to wait until May to start feeling different.

Inside the Quick-Start Kit:

âś” Leave School Prepared Daily Checklist
A simple end-of-day guide that helps you decide what must get done before you walk out the door — and what can wait.

âś” Weekly Planning Flow (1-Page System)
A clear, repeatable planning rhythm so you stop reinventing your week every Monday.

âś” Grading Boundary Decision Guide
A simple tool that helps you stop over-grading and start grading with purpose.

✔ Quick Desk Audit
Implement a quick, clear plan for a clutter-free desktop for the next 3 days.

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Get to Know
Kristen Donegan

Kristen Donegan is an education professional with over 21 years of experience, including 13 years as an elementary teacher, a single mama of two, and a classroom efficiency ninja!

Since 2010, she’s been helping teachers just like you implement practical classroom hacks to save time, get organized, and finally find that magical thing called work/life balance.

 

Through her website Easy Teaching Tools, her Real Teacher Talk podcast, her time-saving resources, Kristen supports thousands of teachers around the world. She also presents at professional development events nationwide, provides staff development for schools and districts, and leads popular programs like The Organized Teacher Club to help teachers make life in—and out of—the classroom a whole lot easier.

Get to Know
Kristen Donegan

Kristen Donegan is an education professional with over 21 years of experience, including 13 years as an elementary teacher, a single mama of two, and a classroom efficiency ninja! Since 2010, she’s been helping teachers just like you implement practical classroom hacks to save time, get organized, and finally find that magical thing called work/life balance.

 

Through her website Easy Teaching Tools, her Real Teacher Talk podcast, her time-saving resources, and her upcoming Organized Teacher Tool Kit book (coming in 2026), Kristen supports thousands of teachers around the world. She also presents at professional development events nationwide and leads popular programs like Easy Organization Tools and The Organized Teacher Club to help teachers make life in—and out of—the classroom a whole lot easier.