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Tune in for episode # 178 of the Teacher Career Coach podcast. ?? We sit down with Karen G. Foley, president of JPA Chicago, about the mental health crisis in schools and the support needed for educators and students. We learn about JPA Chicago’s initiatives, like the “Connect to Kids” program, which helps teachers manage classroom challenges. We also cover the importance of social-emotional development and the unique skills teachers bring to nonprofit work. The episode underscores the critical need for mental health support in education. Link to listen! ?? https://shorturl.at/pmeyu

In this episode, we chat with Lesley De Paz about her transition from teaching to consulting! ?? We discuss her extensive experience in education, the need for balance in life and her work in consulting. We also talk about the importance of pairing productivity with moments of calm. Hope you enjoy this week's episode!! #teachertransition #transitionedteacher

In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Corey Kossack, the founder and CEO of Aspireship and Orchard. We discuss how technology and AI are reshaping careers to the importance of early career awareness. We learn about the myriad of career paths available and how Orchard is setting the stage for the future of work. This episode is a must-listen for educators, career counselors, and anyone passionate about workforce development! ?? Link to listen in comments! #teachertransition #transitioningteacher

In episode 175 of the Teacher Career Coach podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Lauren Pasquini, who shared her journey from teaching to finding new avenues in education. We discuss finding the courage to leave, prioritizing work-life balance and so much more. What has helped you during your teacher transition journey???? Link to listen in comments! #teachertransition #transitionedteacher

Join us as we learn about Yanira (Janita) Sesniak, M.Ed.??, former high school English teacher, who now works as a Senior Business Program Manager at Microsoft. She shares her journey, discusses her first tech role and the transferable skills from teaching that helped her succeed. Hope you enjoy this episode! ?? Link to listen in comments. #teachertotech #transitionedteacher #teachertransition

Chris Shamblin went from educator to financial advisor. One of my favorite parts of this conversation was learning about how he did it without going back for another degree. His motivation and persistence to learn a new skill is second to none. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode with Chris! Congratulations again on your success in this career journey! #transitionedteacher #teachertransition

Join us for this next episode with Joshua Prieur, who was a former Vice Principal, and now works for Prodigy Education as the Director of Education Enablement. We chat about practical advice for educators looking to pivot careers and the importance of networking while maintaining a growth mindset. Hope you enjoy! ?? Link to listen in comments.

Tune into our next episode with Lana Penley! Lana was a school administrator who is now an author and the CEO of her company, Unlocking SEL. We discuss her time in administration and her new book?Unlocking SEL: The 5 Keys to Transform Your School Through Social and Emotional Learning. If you are a current administrator or educator and looking for best practices in SEL, this episode is for you! Link to listen in comments ??

We've been hearing from many veteran teachers and administrators who are ready to leave education. Many are unsure how to go about a big career transition after 15, 20, 25... years in the classroom. Today we speak with Sally Evans, a veteran teacher, who made the switch to Customer Success after 19 years in education. We discuss her strategic approach to changing careers, including upskilling, networking, and seeking assistance from other resources. Link to listen below!

Happy New Year to you!! ?? To kick off 2025, we want to share Blake Fisher's story with you! Blake was a former teacher who transitioned to an administrative assistant role at a tax firm. She has since been promoted!!! ?? Blake shares her journey from teaching science to navigating the corporate world. We discuss the challenges of teaching, especially during the pandemic, and the importance of work-life balance. We also learned how her teaching skills, like organization and communication, helped her succeed in her new role. Link to listen in comments! #teachertransition #transitionedteacher