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Discover practical productivity strategies tailored for exhausted educators— from naming stressors and reframing self-talk to creating a step-by-step plan for leaving the classroom. Learn how to manage time wisely, prioritize tasks like networking and resume building, and make steady progress toward a fulfilling new career, even on empty. Perfect for teachers ready to reclaim their energy and future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Teacher Career Coach Podcast, I’m addressing one of the biggest (and most common) questions I’m receiving from teachers right now, “Should I leave teaching after this year?” Now, this is always a common question, but with the ongoing pandemic leading to new levels of burnout and frustration, so many teachers are struggling. I know this year has been especially tough for so many reasons. That’s why, in this episode, I get candid about the several factors that go into making such a big decision and my best advice for taking action toward your desired outcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lauren Fulbright is a former teacher who is now a trade desk consultant. Join us today for discussion around her entry into sales to where she is now! Hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, I’m going over five of the biggest myths about career clarity that may be holding you back from your career transition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daphne shares the key findings from the 2025 Job Market Survey for transitioning teachers, featuring insights from 717 former educators. Learn what the data reveals about application numbers, salary trends, job security, and the most common career paths teachers are taking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I'm going to discuss the consequences around teachers breaking contract, weighing the pros and cons of leaving your teaching contract mid-year, and how to take the next steps. I'll also share some suggestions about resigning gracefully as well.  Free Quiz: ⁠What career outside of the classroom is right for you? ⁠ Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: ⁠The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gwen Karaba is an Instructional Designer contractor for Microsoft through Oxygen Learning, a consulting firm specializing in sales enablement and workplace learning programs. Based in Dallas TX, Gwen collaborates with clients to design impactful learning experiences that drive organizational growth and employee development. With a background in education and instructional design, she brings a passion for creating engaging and effective learning solutions. Join us today for discussion on contract work and instructional design! Find Gwen on Linkedin.  Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This week on the Teacher Career Coach Podcast, Daphne answers questions sent in directly from this audience including how to stand out in a competitive market and where to begin if you're just starting to evaluate a career change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deeply personal episode, Daphne explains why she walked away 16 months ago, and what her vision is for the future of Teacher Career Coach now that she's back. Trigger warning: this episode talks about birth injuries and children with complex medical histories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a dynamic background in startups and digital marketing education, Jaclyn Mullen brings deep expertise in B2B and B2C marketing. She is currently serving as Head of Marketing at TheLoops AI. Jaclyn also spent four years teaching Digital Marketing. Join us today to discuss all things marketing, education and more! Find Jaclyn on Linkedin.  Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we speak with Dr. Graeme Mitchell to learn about a program he runs at his school called the Institute for Global Solutions (IGS). It’s a public school initiative designed to empower students to tackle global challenges through innovative & actionable solutions. He also had the privilege of giving a TEDx Talk about their approach. We discuss the “hope gap” in education and how educators can inspire optimism and real-world problem-solving in students. Hope you enjoy! Find Graeme on Linkedin.  Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monica White is the founder of Elevate Academy and co-creator of Spark Brilliance for Educators with Jackie Insinger. Monica was formerly a principal and teacher. Jackie Insinger is a leadership strategist, author and has a background in psychology. Today we learn about their new book, the charter network they’ve developed to support the trades and more! Hope you enjoy! Find Monica on Linkedin. Find Jackie on Linkedin. Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Natalie Williams taught for 13 years before pivoting careers. She’s now an Account Management Team Lead. In her role, she is an advocate for people, thrives on empowering individuals and loves building teams. Join us today as we discuss her journey from education to account management, her career growth from sales to where she is now, and how to make an impact after leaving the traditional classroom. Hope you enjoy! Find Natalie on Linkedin.  Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we chat with Lindsay DeHartchuck . She is the Senior Director at KIPP Foundation. Prior to moving here, she taught special education and had experience in higher ed at a graduate school.  Join us today as we discuss supporting diverse learners and staying in education through a different lens. Hope you enjoy! Find Lindsay on Linkedin.  Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we chat with Meghan Waldron. Dr. Meghan Waldron is currently serving as an academic advisor and instructor at a University. Prior to moving to Higher Ed, Waldron taught English and Journalism in the public and private sectors for over two decades. Join us today as we discuss starting a tutoring company and working in higher education! Find Meghan on Linkedin and her tutoring business here. Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we chat with Jay Lockwood. He was a high school science teacher before he got into sales. He’s now an Account Executive for an Ed Tech company and enjoys working with schools in this way. We discuss his path from a BDR to an AE and all of the skills involved with sales, promotions and more! Find Jay on Linkedin.  Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Eppley taught for seven years, and after experiencing severe anxiety, she decided to leave the classroom midyear. She successfully transitioned to a nanny after leaving teaching and also had her first child during that time. She loved being a mom, but struggled with postpartum. That lead her to become passionate about pediatric sleep. She got certified as a pediatric sleep consultant and newborn sleep specialist. She started her own business called Cuddlebug Sleep Consulting. Today we discuss the breaking points  of teaching, the challenges of opening up a business and the importance of a support network.  Find Katie on Linkedin.  Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carly Clusserath was a middle and high school science teacher before leaving. She landed an edtech SDR role. However, a few months into the role she started to realize that sales, and really the for-profit, corporate environment, wasn't for her. She missed education and left that role to pursue education related non-profit roles.  Now she owns and runs Carly Clusserath Learning. Join us as we discuss the first job out of the classroom and how she found her passion with running a business that has roots in education. Find Carly on Linkedin. Free Quiz:⁠⁠ What career outside of the classroom is right for you?⁠⁠ Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers:⁠⁠ The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices