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Hey everyone,

I keep hearing that networking is the best way to land a job, but what do you do when your entire network is in a field you’re trying to leave?

I’m a teacher trying to transition into anytjing else but network i… more

What jobs are available to teachers outside of teaching?

I did not return to teaching after last school year. I am currently job searching but feeling lost. What careers that still involve kids would anyone recommend?

Hello 😊 New here and on fishbowl. I am looking for some feedback on some recent events that have made me pause and want out. I emailed our school board to let them know a positive interaction I had w… more

I just had my third horrible year of teaching. Since it's my third school I'm leaving the occupation, since it might just not be for me. Any advice on careers who hire ex teachers and/or resum… more

I am planning on leaving teaching after 6 years in the classroom. I am not really sure where to start or what teachings skills translate to certain jobs. Any advice on where to start?

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I finally did it. I quit and turned in my resignation in June. I’m now have been working from home for United Health Care. I wished I would have done this years ago. I started teaching right out of c… more

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What other professions have teachers left to pursue? I feel lost and confused figuring out what comes next/how to find jobs outside education.

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I have 25 years of work in front of me. Can I really do this for that long?

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I want out so badly, but I’m not having success finding a new job. I used to live my job, now all the pressures have built up. I’m tired of working for hours after work and on weekends.

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I have become frustrated with the profession (no discipline, labeling every student for something, students not prepared for grade level content, parents who don't really parent). Anyone with me?

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