What does it actually mean to be classroom optional—and how do you get there for good?

In this episode Jazmyne unpacks the two real reasons educators go back to the classroom after landing a corporate role: because they want to, or because they feel they have no other choice. While both are valid, Jazmyne reveals why the true goal is freedom—and that comes from being classroom optional.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly how to:

• Reframe the classroom as a choice rather than a fallback plan
• Build the skills that give you long-term security in corporate spaces
• Leverage your teaching experience as a superpower in interviews and roles
• Create career options beyond education so you’ll never feel trapped again

✨ This isn’t just about leaving teaching it’s about stepping into a life where you’ll always have options, and teaching is one of them, not your only one.

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)

In this episode, Dr. Jazmyne sits down with Jasmine, a young teacher who chose to pivot after just two years in the classroom. Together, they explore what it means to walk away from teaching early in your career, how to navigate the fear of the unknown, and why mindset is the foundation for any big life change.

Jasmine shares her journey of embracing discomfort, reframing negative thoughts through thought scripts, and learning to see feedback as a gift instead of criticism. She opens up about the duality of independence — how you can be strong and self-sufficient while also receiving help — and why gratitude has been key in softening the pressures of building a new career.

By the end of this conversation, you’ll walk away with:

• A new perspective on fear and how to use it as fuel for growth
• Thought scripts to reframe negative beliefs and boost confidence
• A mindset shift that positions sales as an extension of teaching and connection
• A reminder that asking for help is strength, not weakness
• A practical way to use feedback and gratitude to accelerate personal growth

This episode is a must-listen for any teacher — whether you’re two years in or twenty — who’s ready to explore what’s possible beyond the classroom!

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)

In this episode of the Pretty Rich Teacher podcast, Dr. Jazmyne Dionne opens up about something so many high-achieving women feel but rarely say out loud: timeline heartbreak.

If you’ve ever whispered to yourself, “I should be further along by now,” this episode is for you. If you’ve circled birthdays, school years, or New Year’s deadlines on your calendar and felt crushed when life didn’t match the plan — this episode is for you. If you’ve ever scrolled past someone else’s success and thought, “Why not me, yet?” this episode is for you.

Jazmyne shares her own stories of chasing deadlines that didn’t pan out and the heartbreak that comes with it. But she also gives you the reframes you need:

• Why missing your “timeline” isn’t failure — it’s redirection.
• How to focus on building skills, not just chasing dates.
• Simple mindset shifts that will help you breathe easier when the clock doesn’t match your calling.
• Permission to stop hustling for someone else’s version of “on time” and start owning your own pace.

Press play and let this conversation remind you: you are not behind. You’re right on time.

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)

If you’ve ever thought about leaving the classroom, chances are this question has kept you up at night: “What happens to my retirement if I walk away?”

You’re not alone—this is one of the most common (and confusing) fears teachers have when they’re ready to transition. And in this episode of the Pretty Rich Teacher podcast, I’m sitting down with my money coach, Aqura Nicholson, to break it all down.

Whether you’re just a few years in or you’ve been teaching for over a decade, you’ll finally get straight answers to questions like:

• Do I lose my retirement if I leave teaching early?
• What does it really mean to be vested?
• How many years do I need before I keep my retirement benefits?
• Can I roll my teacher retirement account into something else?
• How do I make sure I don’t leave money on the table?

💡 In this conversation, you’ll learn:

• ✔️ The truth about vesting and eligibility (hint: it’s not “30 years or nothing”).
• ✔️ Step-by-step options for reviewing your retirement account.
• ✔️ What a rollover looks like and why it might benefit you.
• ✔️ How to make smart, confident financial decisions when leaving education.

And I’ll share exactly what I did with my teacher retirement when I left the classroom, so you can see what’s possible for you, too.

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and a plan to protect your money—so you can build the career (and life) you actually want.

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)

In this special episode, Jazmyne pulls back the curtain on her private client podcast and shares one of the most powerful lessons from inside her coaching program. After studying the last 100 educators she’s worked with, she identified five key habits that consistently helped her clients transition out of teaching and land six-figure jobs in record time.

You’ll learn:

• The mindset shift that separates those who decide to leave from those who stay stuck.
• Why “cleaning house” emotionally is the first step before updating a single resume.
• How making peace with money and timelines can help you move with confidence.
• The role of belief and self-trust in landing interviews.
• What it really takes to stop worrying about others’ opinions and claim your new career path.

If you’ve been applying but not landing interviews—or you’re afraid you’ll be stuck in education forever—this episode will show you exactly what needs to shift.

P.s. The EdTech Career Quiz is back with a free training, check it out here.

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)

Whether you’re a single mom, a single woman, or someone who contributes to your household income, this episode will remind you on what is possible for you. Your responsibility to provide doesn’t have to hold you back — it can be the exact reason you move forward.

In this episode I sit down with my client Sasha, a former educator who went from burnt-out, paycheck to paycheck teaching days, to thriving as a Customer Success Manager in EdTech making over 100K+ a year.

What You’ll Learn in this Episode:

✨ How Sasha made the leap from teaching to EdTech in just 2 months and promoted into an 100k+ role in less than a year as a single mom.

✨ Why rejection and imposter syndrome don’t mean stop—they mean keep going.

✨ How she stopped trying to do things herself and invest in mentorship to help her reach her goals faster.

✨ Why financial hardship and single parenthood aren’t barriers—they’re the fuel for your next chapter.

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)

Think you have to be someone else to land a six-figure job? Think again.

In this episode of Pretty Rich Teacher, I sit down with my client Jazmin, who went from burnout after a decade in education to landing a six-figure sales role in just six weeks. Her secret? She stopped overthinking the “right” way to interview — and started owning her personality as her biggest advantage.

Here’s what you’ll take away from this conversation:

✨ Why your authentic personality matters more than rehearsed answers in interviews

✨ How to shift from “performing” to connecting with hiring managers

✨ The exact mindset shifts Jazmin made to move past self-doubt and land second round interviews quickly

✨ How to position your skills so you’re seen as the obvious choice — even outside the classroom

✨ Why embracing who you already are is the fastest path to financial freedom and career fulfillment

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “enough” to land a six-figure role, this episode will show you that the key isn’t becoming someone else — it’s being yourself.

🎧 Listen now to learn how your personality will get you PAID!

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)

Life will test you, burnout, bills, and doubt included. I’ve been there. In this episode of Pretty Rich Teacher, I’m sharing how I went from exhausted educator to career coach helping women turn their teaching skills into six-figure careers.

You’ll discover what it really means to be a Pretty Rich Teacher (it’s more than money) and learn my RICH Framework—the exact steps to:

• Define exactly what you want

• Spot and overcome the challenges in your way

• Build unshakable confidence in your skills

• Turn your teaching experience into a high-paying career

By the end, you’ll know how to stop playing small, own your value, and take your first steps toward the income and career you deserve.

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)

Hey Teacher girlies! Are you dreaming of a career that uses your teaching experience, pays your worth and restores your peace? Samiya’s journey will inspire you to trust the process, prepare with intention, and believe that the right opportunity will meet you at the right time.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How she healed from burnout before starting the job search
• The mindset shifts that helped her trust the process
• Why faith, hard work, and coaching made all the difference
• How she navigated a tougher interview process than teaching
• And how you can start creating your own success story

Make sure to share this episode with your teacher friends!

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)

If you’ve ever walked into an EdTech interview thinking your teaching experience alone would carry you—this episode is your wake-up call. Educators often show up to corporate interviews underprepared, over-rehearsed, and unaware of what hiring managers actually want. In this episode, I’m breaking down the top mistakes I see educators make in EdTech interviews—and exactly how to fix them.

Whether you're still waiting for interviews or you've already landed one and feel anxious, this episode will give you the mindset shifts, prep strategies, and practical tools you need to stop guessing and start landing offers.

TAKEAWAYS:

• Why teacher interviews and corporate interviews are nothing alike
• What makes a successful interview in EdTech (hint: it's not classroom management)
• The 3 biggest preparation mistakes educators make—and how to avoid them
• Why “winging it” or over-rehearsing can both cost you the job
• How to start preparing like a six-figure educator with confidence
• The single shift that separates those who hope to get hired from those who do

Want to find out what’s blocking you from making 100k outside the classroom? Take the free quiz here and find out. You will then get access to a free personalized training to help you take action on your next step.

Are you a burnt out women in education ready for direct coaching that actually gets you hired into an 100k EdTech Career in less than 90 days? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to enroll in my Teachers in Tech mentorship + certification program.

Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)