Welcome this real life interview from former teacher Gillian Culff! After earning her degree from Sarah Lawrence College and teaching high school English for ten years, Gillian began freelance writing, consulting, and speaking. She now writes and consults full-time and you can read more about her ... Read More about Gillian’s Real Story: “I miss the interaction…I don’t miss the paperwork”
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Martha’s Real Story: “Who says we can’t have variety in our career?”
Please enjoy this Real Story guest post by Martha, a CPA turned Math teacher turned consultant! She brings a unique perspective to the blog because she was in the corporate world and decided to get into teaching... and then decided to go back to the corporate world. Please describe your ... Read More about Martha’s Real Story: “Who says we can’t have variety in our career?”
Nicole of Simply Eve Fragrance’s Real Story: “I loved teaching, but it didn’t love my health.”
Please enjoy this Real Story guest post by Nicole, a former English teacher with a Master’s Degree in Social Policy who started her own fragrance and beauty supply business. And here's your only warning: get some tissues, because her story is incredibly moving! The short version? Nicole left ... Read More about Nicole of Simply Eve Fragrance’s Real Story: “I loved teaching, but it didn’t love my health.”
Reader Question: Where do I find jobs for former teachers that go with my skill set?
Welcome to another edition of "Reader Questions"! Here's a question from Ben that he left on the 50+ Jobs for Former Teachers link roundup. Do you have a question? Leave a comment on this post or contact me! My question is where do you find some of [the jobs listed here]? I currently teach ... Read More about Reader Question: Where do I find jobs for former teachers that go with my skill set?
Teacher Quits: I’m Tired of Getting the Buck Passed to Me
Please enjoy this Real Story guest post by Katie, an itinerant teacher serving children with hearing loss. Everyone has heard the term “pass the buck”. Everyone has a pretty good idea as to what it means. And forgive me for using a quote from to Wikipedia, but the definition hits home for ... Read More about Teacher Quits: I’m Tired of Getting the Buck Passed to Me