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No teacher enters the profession thinking that there will be a day when they can no longer be in front of children. Many new teachers hope to teach into retirement while others hope to last at least twenty years changing children's lives. However, the grim reality is that in 2020 very few teachers last in public education until retirement. Some teachers leave for careers with more capacity to earn money, while others succumb to the stress that public teachers experience on a daily basis. Whatever the reason for a teacher leaving, there's always the same question when they decide not to sign their contract- What will I do next?
No teacher enters the profession thinking that there will be a day when they can no longer be in front of children Click To TweetWhile some opt to go and earn another degree to transition into another career, there are others who are able to successfully transition into careers who LOVE teachers.
Instructional Technology Specialist
With the boom of technology in education, the time has come where there are a plethora of jobs for people who are familiar with the K-12 and who have the knack for technology. Some of these positions are in schools while others are in major corporations. The job description includes (but is not limited to):
• consulting with faculty about teaching and learning goals for courses and help faculty choose and implement the instructional and classroom technologies best suited to meet the identified needs and goals.
• developing project plans for implementing a range of instructional technologies in a course.
• evaluating new and emerging technologies and their ability to meet both teaching and learning needs, and collaborate with faculty and staff to expand educational technology initiatives such as flipped classrooms/blended learning, iPads for teaching and learning, and active learning classrooms.
• planning, organizing, and leading workshops for faculty and students in the use of specific instructional technologies.
According to Salary.com, the median salary starts at $52, 409 and job environments can range from colleges to Fortune 500 companies. While this job is usually not working with students, it will allow you to use your communication skills learned from the classroom to have meetings with stakeholders and co-workers about strategies to connect technology to their job.
Corporate Trainer
The ability to think on your feet and deliver information to a crowd is nothing new to teachers. However, what if I told you that there is a profession other than teaching where you can do the same? According to Wikipedia, the job of a corporate trainer is to help improve the performance skills (soft, people or hard skills) of the employees of a corporation. The job description of a corporate trainer can range from:
• delivering classroom training and WebEx training for sales and sales support teams
•assisting in the coordination and delivery of new hire training programs, including some coaching and training on certain topics and tasks
• designing, developing and delivering a sales training program within the assigned sales region
• collaborating with sales leadership to identify, recommend, and implement training solutions that maximize organizational efficiencies and performance
• focusing on newly hired sales and sales support teams aligned with the On-Boarding Program with topics
According to Indeed.com, the average salary is $54,000 and most corporate trainers work in Corporate America. Most work in an environment where they are delivering what teachers know as professional development and helping employees understand training solutions within the company.
Learning Consultant
The job of a learning consultant is as varied as the company hiring for the position. In short the Learning Consultant designs and deploys the global learning competency/behavior based roadmap for employees and leaders at all levels aligned with the Learning & Organizational Development Center’s strategy. The job description of a learning consultant consists of:
• designing learning roadmap based on core and key competencies/behaviors to accelerate employee’s and organizational performance aligned with short and long-term business goals
• building a global learning platform and solutions that takes into consideration a variable expense model through vendors and internal solutions • developing processes and infrastructure to ensure that the learning is applied and provides a measurable return on the investment tied to higher business results and employee engagement .
According to Indeed.com, the average salary for a learning consultant is $84,000 per year! Some companies ask people in these positions to have a degree in Human Resources, while others require you to have a degree in education or business.
4. Instructional Designer
An Instructional Designer is someone who is the practice of creating instructional experiences which make the acquisition of knowledge and skill more efficient, effective, and appealing. This process consists broadly of determining the current state and needs of the learner, defining the end goal of instruction, and creating some "intervention" to assist in the transition. The job description of an Instructional Designer is to:
• working collaboratively with faculty and instructional designers, utilizing state-of-the-art technology to produce engaging online courses.
• providing curriculum design, development and launch support for all electronically delivered classes
• providing technical assistance and resources for faculty in using/maximizing electronic platforms in use for online courses; converts hard copy instructional materials (Word, PowerPoint, images, video, audio, etc.) to effective electronic format appropriate to enhance student learning
• creating, altering and maintaining websites used with respect to specific programs
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I have applied to everything possible in the last 5 years to leave teaching. I have not had one single phone call or interview.
Same here. Trying to get out for the last two years, applying to all jobs with these titles and getting NO response.
Have you had a professional look at your resume? What about revising your resume to fit the job description of the position you're applying for?
same here. been trying for five years. nothing.
Instead of just looking to leave, put yourself in a better position to leave. I have an instructional technology specialist and I LOVE it! But before I got it, I did things that help build my resume to get there. For instance, I presented at PDs at my school. I volunteered to help rewrite the curriculums when they asked for teacher feedback (ended up getting paid for it). I joined groups that gave me leadership opportunity so people would know my skills. I looked for contract work that allowed me to sharpen theses skills and build my resume so when I applied for a new job, I did have some solid part-time experience in the field. Also modifiing your resume to fit what they ask for in the job description. Use powerful resume words. If you would like to discuss more, feel free to email me at kimberlyscott05@gmail.com
Teaching is a good profession it has a vast attributions & being a perfect teacher has most significance through this we can guide children's in right way.This is a lovely website.Thanks for sharing.
I have found that many businesses don't hire former teachers because they assume teaching is an easy job and that teachers have no "real" transferable skills. It is unfortunate that assumptions are the roadblocks to entering a different field
Mark, that's exactly what experienced around 40 years ago, when i tried leaving teaching (i'm now an old man pushing 80). A typical comment by an interviewer was, "Well you know, in this office we work all year round; so how are you gonna feel when you gotta come in to work in July, knowing that your teacher buddies are on the beach?" Sorry to discourage you, but i ultimately remained in teaching till i got pushed out at age 58. And BTW, i had a degree in business admin.!
I have been teaching design tech in both America and abroad for over 15 years. I graduated from a top institution and am still unable to get out of teaching after sending 100s of resumes.
Hi, If you want out of teaching, you are at a school right? You get paid. Spend some of that money on another degree or get a specialty. I have a social science degree and for 10 years it was almost worthless. The only reason a social science degree holder is even thought of today is because of the expansion of the developmentally delayed population. I substituted and para ed for two years and loved it. Life isn't that long, enjoy that you have a job and are in the helping community. Coding and computer tech is where it's at, take courses at your local college. @ This Sucks, my nephew got a two year degree in computer tech and has been making over $20 an hour for more than 15 years now. You should be able to get a computer tech job easy. You could start your own computer tech store. My nephew said he could for only 20k for start-up. The guy he works for makes over 60 an hour. Big companies pay big bucks for tech help. And yes, rewrite your resume and use as little format as possible. Good luck everyone and wish me a little luck also, I am unemployed at the moment kkkkkk
I am planning on starting a certificate for Project Management after the new year. This is my 17th and last year teaching, and while I'm heartbroken to be leaving, I can't afford to move to another district and lose ten+ years of seniority, and I detest the current direction of public education.
Project management sounds incredibly boring, but I know I have all of the requisite skills, and certified project managers make quite a bit more than teachers. So, here I go.
That's an excellent job field to go in to! Good LUCK!
Who are you earning your certificate through? I am back in teaching because I need a job. I l taught for 3 years in urban settings and it was tough. After that I tutored and did adjunct positions for about two or three years. I then did educational sales and was recently in insurance. I liked being at the insurance company but could not get into positions that I really wanted. I think I didn't build my resume correctly. In order to get some better pay I took a teaching position I left teaching for some years for the same reason I am resenting being in it now. Lack of support, dealing with the disrespect and unwilling to learn, students not being held accountable for anything . overworked, all of the reports and extra duties. While I was gone . I had started an MBA program and was looking into project management. I have about 5 courses in . I don't necessarily want to do an MBA I do want to specialize in project management. Good look
Marco Meneses
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Illinois State Board of Education, Transitional Bilingual Spanish Type 29, Spanish
Jan 1995-Jun 2005
Teachers Academy for Mathematics and Science Chicago, IL, Jan 2002 - Dec 2002. Certificate
Majors: Mathematics, Science.
Waubonsee Community College Sugar Grove, IL, Jan 2001 - Dec 2003, Certificate
Major: Network Administrator
Waubonsee Community College Sugar Grove, IL, Jan 1998 - Dec 2002, Certificate
Major: Microsoft Office
Master of Science in Training and Development, University of St Francis, Joliet, Illinois, 2003
I was a certified transitional bilingual teacher with Illinois Board of Education for 10 years. I worked in Aurora and Joliet Illinois, primary and middle school, math and science. I also was adjunct faculty at Joliet Junior College and McHenry Community College, teaching Spanish.
I moved to Florida 13 years ago my transitional teaching certificate by Illinois expired.
I has been working as Certified Community Health Worker by the State of Florida, teaching the Hispanic Latino community about family life, parenting and how to live healthy Lifestyle.
I have a Master of Science in Training and Development from St Francis University in Joliet, Illinois.
I like to teach, mentor, help and support students how to go ahead in life, choose a profession, make resumes, how to go for job interviews, how to dress and get success in school life and get a balance with family, academy and work. How to participate and be part of healthy activities that improve relationships.
Spanish is my mother language, I love to teach about cultures, food and Hispanic Latino music. I form Hispanic Latino clubs, wall posters, drama clubs and healthy supportive activities and competitions that improve Self-esteem and healthy supportive relationships.
• I like to participate /serve on the school improvement plan and to promote good relationships and initiatives with the parents and the community. I am an AMBASSADOR that foster good parent/student/community public relations.
I want out and to do one of these positions so much! I've tried re-writing my resume and cover to match and had it reviewed. When with 3 degrees and almost 30 years of experience k-graduate level, I can't even get an interview! What's the secret? It'll cost me a pay cut, but I think it would be worth it, if I could just get my foot in the door!
Mark, that's exactly what i experienced around 40 years ago, when i tried leaving teaching (i'm now an old man pushing 80). A typical comment by an interviewer was, "Well you know, in this office we work all year round; so how are you gonna feel when you gotta come in to work in July, knowing that your teacher buddies are on the beach?" Sorry to discourage you, but i ultimately remained in teaching till i got pushed out at age 58. And BTW, i had a degree in business admin.!