More teachers are leaving classrooms for instructional design—and here’s why.

Episode Chapters:

(00:00) What Instructional Design Is
(03:18) Teaching Skills That Transfer
(06:53) Instructional Design Career Paths
(10:28) Day in the Life of an ID
(15:38) Jackie’s Transition Story
(20:48) Degrees vs Self-Study
(25:58) Portfolios and Networking
(31:38) Mistakes Teachers Make
(37:18) Advice for Teachers

To learn more about Jackie and her work, visit:⁠https://www.designingwithloveblog.com/⁠

Annie sits down with instructional designer and educator Jackie Pellegrin to explore how teachers can transition into instructional design, what the job actually looks like, and why so many educators are uniquely positioned for this growing career path.

Instructional design is becoming a popular option for teachers looking for remote, corporate, or higher education roles. Jackie shares how classroom skills translate to instructional design, what the day-to-day work involves, and realistic steps teachers can take to start building experience and a portfolio—without quitting their job or going back to school right away.

What you’ll learn:

• What instructional design actually is (and what it isn’t)

• How classroom teaching skills transfer to instructional design roles

• Different career paths in corporate learning and higher education

• How to build a portfolio and start networking

• Common mistakes teachers make when transitioning careers

• Small steps you can take right now to explore instructional design

Packed with practical advice and encouragement, this episode helps teachers rethink their career options, recognize the value of their classroom experience, and explore new pathways in education beyond the classroom.

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