Hi! I've been in childcare for over 17 years now, and I'm beyond burnt out. Any other nannies or early education professionals here who changed careers and found something they love? I don't have a Bachelor's degree, but I know I have a ton of transferable skills. I'm on the job hunt and just wondering where other childcare professionals have found work they enjoy and where they can use some of the same skills, just outside a classroom or private family home. Thanks!

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Seventeen years in childcare builds an incredible, highly marketable skillset. You can absolutely transition into rewarding a new career without a Bachelor's degree👌A Cruise Ship company is also currently in need of 6 wfh Accounting Clerks, it's about keeping records of all daily sales remotely. They pay up to $40/hour. anyone Interested?

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Yes! You absolutely pivot into another career. Look at the things that you love to do and search careers related to those tasks. For example if you love the communication aspect of teaching you can pivot into employee engagement. Your ability to communicate with a wide range of individuals creates a perfect perspective that would be wonderful for a variety of industries. I always say if you can successfully teach preschool, you can do just about anything. -A former early education professional.

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