How to Use Your Network to Make a Career Change
Changing careers can be a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be done alone. It actually shouldn’t be done alone! Your personal and professional networks can be incredibly valuable resources as you navigate your way through a career transition. You might even discover roles you never knew existed.
Here are some tips for using your new and existing network to make a successful career change.
Transitioning Educators: Think Before You Write Online
We often have conversations with children and teens about how they behave online. We remind them to be good digital citizens, protect their online reputation, and be careful what they post because anything can be screenshotted and shared. Well, these lessons apply to you, too. You probably know better than to post certain pictures and say unsavory things, but there’s more to how you present yourself.
The EdTech space is a tiny world. And let me tell you, people in the industry talk. It is a tight circle.
Leaving Teaching After 20 Years in Education: Here’s What I’ve Learned
After 20 years in education, I need to leave teaching. Like so many other educators, I was tired. I was frustrated. I was overwhelmed. I hit the proverbial wall. My mental and physical health was nearing an all-time low. I no longer had the energy to beat back the constant roadblocks thrown up by the school system I was employed by to support and educate the parents and students enrolled in this broken system.
As I sat at my desk, I wiped away tears, took some deep breaths and thought, “Okay, I’m not going to teach anymore. Now what?”
5 Benefits of Part-time and Contract Roles For Former Educators
In today's job market, many people are opting for part-time and contract roles as a way to gain experience. While these types of roles may not offer the same salary and benefits as full-time positions, there are tons of benefits to consider.
Gaining industry experience is an obvious benefit, but let’s dive into a few more.
5 Myths That Prevent Teachers From Pursuing Careers in EdTech
Stop feeling intimidated by leaving teaching because it’s not as scary as you think, and you’re more prepared than you might believe.
When I left teaching many years ago, there wasn’t much discussion around leaving the classroom. These ideas nagged at me then, and I can’t believe they’re still being talked about today. As a soon-to-be former educator, you have so many unique qualities that make you valuable to an EdTech company.
Let’s talk through these teacher transition myths keeping you from your ideal career.
Why EdTech Companies Want to Hire Teachers
EdTech companies are increasingly looking to hire teachers to help them develop and promote their products. Without the voice of real teachers, how can an EdTech tool properly serve schools?
Teachers provide not only unique insights to tools, likely having used the tools themselves, but also many skills that you just can't find in someone not weathered by a classroom of tiny humans.
5 Things to Think About Before Leaving Teaching
Leaving teaching is a big decision. You know that. But are you putting on your thinking cap for this one?
According to Forbes, 48% of teachers have thought about leaving teaching in the last 30 days, and 34% of those teachers said they were considering leaving the profession entirely. If you're one of those teachers who is ready to make a change, there are some important things to consider before you make the leap.
Classroom to Boardroom Community: A Community for Transitioning Educators
I’ve been helping educators love their careers again by following new passions and desires for years now, but I’m beyond excited to finally offer you all a platform for learning, networking, opportunity chasing, and socializing at a price point for everyone. This transitioning educator community is a hub for successful job searching and skill building.
The Importance of Community Building for Teachers Leaving the Classroom
You are embarking on an exciting, challenging, and potentially lengthy journey to find your dream position. You should not have to do it alone. In fact, finding a community of like-minded educators, and receiving guidance and support along the way, can make it faster, easier, and less stressful to land the right job at an education company, or any company.
Jobs for Teachers Leaving Education: Positions You Didn't Know Existed
Are you a teacher looking to leave the classroom? Many teachers find themselves in this situation, but fear not – there are many exciting new roles that you may not have considered!
Leaving Teaching? Now’s the Time to Make the Decision
Once you’ve identified your skills and interests, it’s time to explore your options. There are many paths you can take – from freelancing to starting a business to working at an education company; the choices are endless.
But one thing you must consider is that the competition is fierce. Teachers are leaving the classroom in historical numbers, meaning you must decide and pick a lane quickly.
The REAL Reason teachers are leaving the profession
I’ve spent the last ten years traveling the nation, visiting school districts of sizes, and building an educator network of over 40,000 teachers. I talk to teachers, coaches, and administrators every day. And now I’m going to tell you WHY teachers and administrators are leaving education in a steady stream
Leaving Teaching: 3 Questions You Need to Ask Yourself Before You Begin Your Research
Are you thinking of leaving the classroom?
Before you begin your research into what role might be the best fit for you, you need to deeply dive into your financial situation.
Monday Morning Data Dives: A Gamechanger for My Business
One of the biggest takeaways from my 3 years working at eSpark Learning (my first job outside of the classroom) was the importance of collecting, analyzing, and acting on data. I had incredible leaders like David Vinca (founder and CEO), Luke Shepard (CTO), and Scott Shepard (Data Analyst), who taught me that if you use data correctly, it can have a major impact on your growth. There are two essential activities that I have implemented as an entrepreneur that have allowed me to skyrocket to success: my Friday morning financial roundup and my Monday morning deep data dive.
Is Your Teacher Trauma Holding You Back in Your Job Search?
Today, one of my Classroom to Boardroom students received a job offer at her dream company. She called me to celebrate and said, "I'm going to need two weeks to let go of all the stress I've been feeling at school." Thankfully, she will get those two weeks to relax after her last day as a teacher. But, the conversation got me thinking, are your teacher stress and trauma holding you back from reaching your next role?