If you are a specialty teacher thinking about leaving the classroom, you may be asking yourself, “What are some alternative jobs for teachers with my subject matter expertise?” Our team receives messages daily from PE, Music, Art, and other specialty teachers who wonder if the alternative careers we recommend could also work for them. The […]

Are you a teacher looking for other jobs with summers off? If you’re considering leaving teaching but afraid of losing that months-long summer vacation, you’re not alone. Many teachers consider having the summers off as one of the greatest perks of the job. It’s a time to recover from the school year and enjoy life. […]

What can I do with a teaching degree? 3 actionable steps to take for your career transition – that DON’T include another degree.

Are you a teacher ready to advocate for change?  I’m sure we can all agree public education is in desperate need of change, which means there’s a huge need for teachers advocating to support education. However, I know teachers are already burdened by unrealistic expectations and never-ending to-do lists. So, if you desire to be […]

Writing a teacher resignation letter isn’t always fun, but it’s a necessary step as you prepare to leave the classroom. Whether you’re breaking your teacher contract or leaving at the year’s end, you’ll need to submit an official letter of resignation. In many careers, giving your two-week notice is standard practice when you’re leaving your […]

Are you a tech-savvy teacher who loves creating engaging lesson plans and enjoys researching effective learning methods? If so, Instructional Design could be the perfect career transition. In that case, you’ll want to start building your Instructional Design resume ASAP. The best part? You can set yourself up for success in a new career from […]

There are many struggles that teachers changing careers may face. When I left teaching for educational consulting and instructional design, there were no resources to help me. I vowed to change that by creating the community I wish existed when I was leaving the classroom. On an average day, I receive hundreds of DMs and […]

Teachers, especially stressed-out teachers, need self-care more than ever. In addition to unlimited mental health days, we at Teacher Career Coach believe that teachers should be showered with self-care gifts. We all know the saying, you can’t pour from an empty cup. When teachers are able to take care of themselves, they burn out less […]

I’ve created this blog to help you understand how other careers’ pay will compare to your average teacher salary. Please note, this is just a general guide. Your Starting Average Teacher Salary If you have been in the workforce for more than five years, then you should not expect to take an entry-level job or […]

Are there alternative careers for teachers in 2022? Is it a good time to change jobs? If you’re worried about how the current uncertainty in the world affects hiring and employment, read on. Your transition from the classroom does not have to wait, but you will need an action plan for a clear path forward. […]

More and more teachers are working from home. Whether you have left for a new remote position, building up your side hustle, or have been asked to begin remote working, working from home can be a challenging adjustment. It sounds SO AMAZING, but it was a huge shift for me after I left teaching. Because […]

Stress management for teachers: five ideas you can put into place today to alleviate burnout. Are you feeling stressed, overworked, and overwhelmed? Is work stress creeping into every other part of your life? Or maybe it has taken over completely. Read on for strategies that you can implement today. Workplace burnout may seem like the […]

Teacher Interview Clothes You’ve created your teacher transition resume and identified the many career changes for teachers. Now what do you wear when you get called into the interview? Many of The Teacher Career Coach members have asked for suggestions on interview attire, so I put together a short list of some examples. My favorite […]

When I started selling on Teachers Pay Teachers in my online store, I had no idea how much it would change my life. The passive income I receive from my online store continues to amaze me, even though I am not actively working on it. In addition to the money, it showcases my abilities and […]

Why Should You Create A Digital Course? I never thought I would create a digital course, but after some motivation I decided to try it out. The time is right for digital courses because E-learning is climbing to a $325 billion industry by 2025. I created my digital course to help teachers transition out of […]