Ayesis Clay
Travels from Washington D.C. DC, USA
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Speaks on:
Burnout Prevention
Teacher Leadership
Workplace Wellness
Speaks to:
K-12 Education
Formats:
Workshop
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Key Audience Outcomes
Participants gained practical tools for self-care and preventing burnout.
Educators felt seen and heard, fostering a sense of community and shared experience.
Attendees were inspired to reconnect with their passion for teaching and find joy in their work.
Participants learned techniques to manage stress and improve their emotional well-being.
Attendees gained a deeper understanding of trauma and its impact on themselves and their students.
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Ayesis's Bio
Ayesis Clay is a distinguished educator, Theatre practitioner, and nationally sought-after keynote speaker. Her critically acclaimed keynote has been delivered in schools across the United States, has been seen on the stage of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, and served as the opening address for the 2022 Educational Theatre Association’s National Teaching Conference in Los Angeles, CA. Through her residencies and professional development series, Ayesis provides creative and transformative SEL support for schools leading to an increase in teacher satisfaction, retention, and student engagement.
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Ayesis Offers the Following Talks
ReIGNITE: Using the MAGIC Method to Banish Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
Recognize and Disrupt Burnout Patterns: Learn to identify early signs of compassion fatigue, secondary trauma, and burnout—and apply strategies to break the cycle before it escalates.
Establish Sustainable Wellness Practices: Gain actionable, preventative tools from the M.A.G.I.C. Method™ to manage stress, protect your energy, and sustain emotional balance in any people-centered field.
Reconnect to Purpose and Creativity: Use guided reflection and creative exercises to reignite your passion for your work and rediscover how joy and innovation fuel resilience and long-term impact.
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1 - 3 hours
Sculpting Clay or How I Became Mother of Unicorns
Reignited Purpose & Joy in Teaching: Participants leave with a renewed connection to why they teach—reclaiming joy, creativity, and purpose through reflective storytelling and emotional resonance.
Practical Strategies for Emotional Wellness: Educators gain accessible, evidence-based tools from the M.A.G.I.C. Method™ to manage stress, prevent burnout, and prioritize their own well-being without adding more to their plate.
Stronger Staff Culture Through Shared Experience: The blend of performance and PD fosters authentic dialogue, empathy, and connection among staff, laying the foundation for a more emotionally intelligent and resilient school culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Ayesis
What should I know about working with you?
I’m responsive and easy to work with. A production manager handles sound, projections, and tech so I can focus fully on your staff.
What's included in your fee?
$6000 covers a 45-min keynote, 90-min workshop, digital MAGIC Method Guidebook for all attendees, plus travel/lodging if needed.
Can you customize your presentation for our specific audience and event theme?
Yes. I schedule a discovery call with your team to tailor the keynote and workshop so the content connects directly with your audience and event goals.
How do you engage audiences post-event?
I always stay for at least 30 minutes in order to answer questions and engage with participants.
My organization has a limited budget. Do you have any flexibility in your pricing?
Yes. Keynote only is $4000. Workshop only is $3000.
Will I receive post-event materials (slides, recordings, handouts)?
Yes. Participants get a digital workshop handout and the MAGIC Method Guidebook to continue applying the strategies learned.
What is your policy on event recordings and media rights?
Recording is not permitted. Photography for internal or marketing use is welcome with prior agreement.