Educator Forever

It’s known that the journey we take, experiences we’re a part of, who we meet, and skills we acquire all shape what we do in life. That’s been true for my guest Jasmine Gibson. Her journey to education and working beyond the classroom has been determined by the opportunities she’s created and been a part of. She’s sharing how she went from teaching to having a career in curriculum development. 

Working in a school with a flexible curriculum model allowed Jasmine to be creative in writing, which resulted in her exploring a career in curriculum development. She credits starting early and working while still in the classroom, networking, and saying yes to everything as to where she is today. As opportunities arise, Jasmine fully believes that those can create skills that can be used for future jobs and careers and shares advice for those wanting a career in curriculum development. 

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode32

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Many people are thinking about working outside of the classroom, but aren’t quite ready to take the leap. Figuring out your next career move can bring out a lot of emotions and uncertainty of overwhelm and if it’s even the right move. To give you some direction, I’m sharing 5 ways to discover alternative jobs for teachers.

Unfortunately, figuring out your next career move doesn’t happen instantly and requires some reflection, research and thought. My 5 steps include tuning into what you enjoy, talking to others in the field, acknowledging your hesitations, thinking outside the box, and taking a chance. With each step you take, it leads you to alternative jobs for teachers, which results in your next best career move. 

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode31

Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshop

Take our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quiz

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Being happy and safe in your body seems simple, but for most, it’s not. Instead, tools are needed to understand and build a voice towards emotional advocacy and self regulation. One way to do that internal work is through the act of writing. My guest on today’s episode, Mary Kethya Khuon, founder of Write & Release, is sharing how to use writing to improve teacher wellness.

Writing is a tool that helps many cope and deal with emotions that are connected to their nervous system, which helps explain how a person reacts to certain circumstances and experiences. With her new program, she hopes to bring it into schools that will eventually give teachers and students a voice for themselves. Mary hopes that through writing, it improves teacher wellness while also teaching students skills while they’re young that will be transformative as they get older and move into adulthood. 

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode30

Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshop

Take our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quiz

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I’m all for supporting teachers in finding new careers in education, but I’d like to stop using the phrase 'transitioning teacher'. It implies that being a teacher and the skills and experiences you’ve gained aren’t valuable, when in fact, they are! Although society might view you as “just a teacher”, I’m here to show you how to reframe that mindset.

Instead of thinking of yourself as a transitioning teacher, call yourself an education expert who’s looking for a new career, because you are! Start to embrace your expertise as an asset instead of a limitation. By switching that frame of thinking will help you present your experience in a positive light towards connecting it to where you want to go next.

It’s perfectly okay to pursue other careers, but the phrase transitioning teacher devalues your knowledge and skills. Spend some time thinking about your expertise and how that determines your next steps. Once you figure out what you want to be known for, share with me on Instagram @educatorforever on how you’re going to let your education expertise shine!

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode29

Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshop

Take our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quiz

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WIth our world expanding through the use of the internet and social media, this can cause some challenges and uncertainty to business owners. However, by looking at it as a way to build community only benefits you and your growing business. To help us learn more about how to use social media towards your advantage is guest Elana Leoni. 

Elana, who has her own consulting group, has always wanted her career to be a mix of passion and making an impact, while having profitable income. She’s been able to have a curious mind, which has resulted in various job types, but eventually landed working in a social media management role for educational brands and organizations. She describes what her work is like and advice on how to use social media to start your own business. 

Social media is a form of community and a way to connect and build relationships with a whole world of people. Particularly when working for educational brands, it can help organizations know what their buyers want and need. If interested in how to incorporate social media into your business, this episode and Elana’s knowledge is just for you!

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode28

Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshop

Take our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quiz

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For those educators out there thinking that teaching is your only option, I’m here to tell you it’s not! With your many unique and talented skills, you have the ability to venture out and try out different options until you find the best fit for you. My guest on today’s episode, Evonne Hall, kept trying various jobs until the right one came along. She’s sharing tips and advice on how to go from an online teacher to program coordinator.

Evonne explains that as her life got busier and her family grew, it was time to work beyond the classroom with something that better fit her needs. She landed on being an online teacher that allowed more flexibility to her schedule, while still having a direct impact on students. 

With that online teaching experience, she still hadn't finished growing as an educator and took her skills and experience to being a program coordinator at Educator Forever. Our conversation revolves around getting comfortable with moving around to different jobs or companies that ultimately is the best option for your life, schedule and needs. Evonne shares realistic and practical advice for those transitioning out of the classroom to other roles such as program coordinator. 

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode27

Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshop

Take our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quiz

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There are many of us that want to leave the classroom to pursue other careers, but we’re unsure about what’s out there and what we’ll enjoy. As teachers, we possess a variety of skills, which is why it’s helpful to dabble in a lot of different areas to see what you like. That’s exactly what my guest on today’s episode, Mandy Flocchini, did. She’s sharing how her various opportunities led her to curriculum and assessment writing.

When Mandy had thoughts of working beyond the classroom, she wanted to gain more experience in curriculum writing. Therefore, she took on a lot of different projects that showcased her skills, all while gaining the experience she needed to land higher quality jobs. She explains how her time as a teacher helped in her career now because she was already writing curriculum as a supplement to the textbook provided by her district. 

Throughout our conversation, Mandy gives advice for those seeking a career in curriculum and assessment writing, particularly in support groups, such as the Educator Forever community. Take time to dip your toes in a variety of projects that help you find your next career that you’ll love. 

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode26

Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshop

Take our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quiz

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When trying to achieve working full time outside of the classroom, there’s always a transition period where your teaching job and side hustles overlap. Knowing how to manage the stress, while keeping the end goal in mind, can be difficult. My guest on today’s episode, Blair Petersen, knows that all too well. She’s talking today about her journey from being an educator to working in writing and marketing.

Educator Forever’s Beyond the Classroom course is designed to assist educators to seek careers outside of the educational setting. Blair took the course, changed her career path, and is now Educator Forever’s Marketing Manager. She discusses how the course helped her and what led to her identifying interests and skills based on her passions to help define a new career beyond the classroom.

Blair’s mission is to let others know there’s other jobs and careers that fit your lifestyle, needs, passions, and dreams if you’re willing to take the leap. She gives advice and shares that moving beyond the classroom was the best decision she’s ever made, and wants the same thing for you too!

Check out my Beyond the Classroom Course here!

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode25

Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshop

Take our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quiz

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You possess so many skills as a teacher that can be used working outside of the classroom. There are companies that find your experience and skills valuable, but it’s just taking the leap, or as my guest would say, pivot. Casey Agena, an education consultant, shares his journey and how working in ed tech can be the right fit for you.

Casey and I have a flowing conversation about a variety of topics regarding the school system, utilizing your skill set, and how working in ed tech allows you to help improve the education system and student learning. 

If you're looking to be in education in a different way, consider working in ed tech. You already have the skills and educational language that will make you an asset and valuable for any company. Casey gives advice and shows you how to pivot your career that keep you moving forward. 

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode24

Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshop

Take our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quiz

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It’s normal to feel self-doubt and unsure of yourself as you start a new career or begin something new. Feelings of fear and questioning yourself start to creep up, even though you know your skills and experience make you right for the job. We call this imposter syndrome. It’s important to know how to face it head on, so in today’s episode, I’m covering how to confront imposter syndrome.

Although you may not ever overcome imposter syndrome, you should confront it, question it, and work through it. In order to do that, I provide steps to take and things to consider doing that make you start to believe in yourself. I encourage you to take a look at all your skills and experiences that are valuable in moving towards working beyond the classroom.

Throughout the episode, I am your hype woman to tell you that you’re so much more than “just a teacher”. You have an expertise that needs to be embraced if wanting to confront imposter syndrome. Remember to not let feelings of self doubt stop you, for action in the best medicine! 

For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode23

Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshop

Take our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quiz

Follow us on Instagram @educatorforever.