Alternative Careers for Teachers | When You're Ready to Move On

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

What career have you thought about doing if you weren't teaching? Here's another video with some additional ways to make money! studio.kzbin.info8BnxEZ_lPZg/edit

[@staceyj3667]

I’m not sure and that’s the hard part

[@geraldinejackson2144]

It is 2:30 in the morning and I had been wondering what else could I do besides teach! I watched the video and took notes. I will stay tuned in!

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello freedom... How are you doing today... And I hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@azchanna]

Attorney

[@designdoctor247]

Decorating and organization

[@jeanellekerr1207]

Y'all she starts talking about alternate careers outside of teaching at 5:00. Thank me later.

[@ShanekaAndranette]

Thank you!

[@egesukari4758]

You’re a saint

[@beachnachos]

Bless

[@shalondablack26]

Awesome!

[@johnvandyk8904]

You nailed it. Thanks.

[@laurawengel5790]

English and special education teacher for 20 years. I love being in the classroom but tired of dealing with administrative issues and bureaucracy in public schools

[@ariesleorising9421]

My EXACT same story down to every word except I’ve only been in 11 years. That is truly the only difference in your statement. I would add the low pay is killing me. I can’t even support myself on my single teacher’s salary. I have 3 college degrees. I shouldn’t live in fear of poverty.

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Laura how are you doing today I hope that you are having a wonderful 🙏 day?

[@BabySagan]

Hi Laura, I’m considering starting a KZbin education video series. Something to ponder. Teaching assistant here and I like it more than regular teaching because ALL extra duties as you attest to.

[@sixkkiss2740]

I am an English teacher with a Master’s degree and I am seriously considering a change. I feel very frustrated and I am starting to regret choosing to be a teacher even though I know I am good at it. So thanks for your video, very helpful.

[@netpal7818]

Same here 😔

[@LCee7]

Me too

[@boatdoctors]

Constant struggle.

[@ambermattheis4539]

Same here. I left the classroom at the end of this past school year, and I am still feeling very lost. I don’t regret my decision to leave, but reinventing oneself is difficult. :(

[@sunsetonsunsetblvd9047]

I regret it every alarm ring Mon-Fri

[@anasantiago5249]

I am now 29 and have been teaching for 3 years. I have a masters teaching languages. I can work as a teacher in my 30 but I think I’m going back to school and while I teach because I don’t see myself teaching when I’m older. Kids are mean lol, and now I can handle it but I don’t want to have to handle it forever.

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Ana how are you doing today I hope that you are having a wonderful 🙏 day?

[@danieljr6869]

I've been thinking about leaving the teaching field for a few years now; my main reason for quitting is stress and work-life balance. I'm just so stressed out, I don't feel respected and I'm tired of taking the work to my home. Even on vacation I'm thinking about what should I plan for the week after vacation, creating resources, grading, e-mails, toxic (gossip) co-workers... I'm done. I've been teaching Spanish since 2013, but I was a substitute teacher for 7 years before that. To be honest I've never liked teaching, it was just something that was available and I went for it. I've thought about quitting for years but I don't know what else I can do. This video helped shed some light, so thank you! I like the content creator idea.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Thanks for your very honest comment Daniel! I'm sorry it has been a rough road but I do hear this all the time! In addition to exploring content creation you could also consider teaching private Spanish lessons to people online! There's a big demand for that and you certainly seen qualified! Have you considered that?

[@renatacollins2699]

I'm also a teacher , and i'm really struggling , if i only would have the courage to quit , but what ca I do ? May be because I doubt to find another job , or don't know where to go ... I'm suffering

[@Rockerlady]

You subbed for 7 years before landing a teaching job? Sounds like me. Now I find it's not what I expected. All the usual reasons: no support, bad behavior, low pay, etc. The ones that are tenured or work in good schools tend to be there due to nepotism. Ridiculous.

[@amberrose1108]

Irene A the pay is like 2-3 times that of a sub! It’s way better

[@kairoskarismaholdingsllc5499]

@ok4spanish Interesting analogy to slavery. I think of the bureaucratic system (admin) with the Holocaust analogy. That is extreme, but it is amazing to me that oppression is so intense in the public school system (and I totally agree that we've gone backwards in our freedoms in this profession). I hear it is a different ball game in community college setting.

[@thekatester2839]

I think another good job teaching job for teachers can be an event planner. Event planners have to be organized to planning things out, like a teacher would do with a lesson plan. I've been interested in wedding planning lately, which is why I brought this up.

[@corathekat1898]

37 years as a Special Education Teacher. Love the teaching, love the kids, tired of the continuing increase of demand no related to teaching and the snow plow/helicopter/"not my kid" parents.

[@alicelouise6891]

I’m 25 and going into Special Education Teaching, any good tips?

[@digimom82]

I think I would rather have parents that are concerned about their child than the parent who doesn’t give a crap!

[@jenimolloy]

Alice Louise just stumbled across this. Alt certified sped teacher here. You hanging in there?

[@kathyhughes359]

I stay for the insurance. As a long-term substitute, I found what I really loved to do, but unfortunately once you get a contract the whole picture changes. It's not about students any more; it's about data and looking good on paper. I'm so heartbroken about thinking I had found my niche only to go on to feel completely undervalued, under supported, and micromanaged, I don't know what to do with myself. I could make money teaching private lessons, but my family needs the health insurance.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

This is such a common problem. I really don't like how health insurance is tied to a job, but in today's world it is. I'm not sure if you've looking into it, but we had a lot of luck with a health share "insurance" program. Here's a video I did on it. It allowed my hubby to quit his corporate job. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4XSloWGfbKljZY

[@journeytopointe]

This is EXACTLY what I’m facing now. I’m so disappointed that being a teacher is really more about test scores and teaching to the test. Most days, the last thing I actually get to do is teach. Meetings everyday during planning period. It’s disheartening and I’m ready to go. This is my first year. Smh

[@annawade3682]

I have been considering leaving teaching for a full year now. Last year was my first year, and unfortunately the job has gotten progressively worse (even at a different district and school). Thank you so much for your advice!

[@danapalacios3209]

Anna Wade I’m on the same boat!

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Hey Anna! I just wanted to reach out to so see if you've thought more about how you might be able to shift careers and create something that will allow you to leave teaching? I'd love to see if I can help point you in the rigth direction. Feel free to email me at heather [at] thefreedomtrategy [dot] com and we can jump on a quick call to see where I can help you! Take care and stay safe and well.

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Anna how are you doing today?

[@2055stefanie]

Daycare owner is another alternative it works for me I now have 2 daycares

[@martiemacdougallcht2665]

I am a teacher turned high-end Nanny. It has been a great career for me! But it totally depends on the family I work for. Great family = great job! I have worked through a nanny agency for many years and she knows me well now so she can find me the family that fits. Plus temp nannying is a good gig too if that works with your lifestyle. I definitely recommend working through a good agency.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

That's great to year! Thank you so much for posting it! :)

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello Martie... How are you doing today.... And I hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@MissKateCambridge]

I have been thinking about doing the same. Can you recommend an agency?

[@adrianacasarez7556]

I have thought about becoming a nanny and it’s been on my mind for some time now. Thank you for sharing your experience on here and telling us about it.

[@vanessalacy1626]

Can you recommend a good agency?

[@woodsie7222]

I'm an ex Lecturer/Teacher - Science, Maths, PE&Health after 20 yrs; now a Paramedic 😁

[@madenewministries]

Wow! How was the transition? I'm thinking of switching careers.

[@mechkitten]

I went backwards because part-time trainers get paid more than Paramedics in my area. Also, I live in the #1 fattest city in the U.S. and the local EMS companies did not have electric stretchers. Everyone down is clawing to get out, usually through nursing.

[@bibimoluwayemi1864]

Well done! Hope your transition wasn't too stressful.

[@t.terrell7037]

How long was the training for that?Gow long did it take after you left field before you got the job as Paramedic? Thanks

[@lian7217]

wow

[@jsb4850]

I’m looking to retire after 25 years. I need a side hustle. Teaching has become so stressful. It’s more than one human can manage.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Any thoughts on which side hustle you're after?

[@jsb4850]

Not really. That’s why I checked out your video!

[@faithinallthingsw4088]

It is so stressful. August and the new year brings on a whole new stress. I'm about to exercise to release some stress and then log-on to my work portal. The parents who have major mental concerns and then their children act similar to them is the most challenging.

[@Jen.E]

Voice actor! Teachers for young kids are the best at it. 👍🏻😊 I've been a preschool teacher for 23 years. I love it, but my last school(for 5 years) was horrible. My co teachers were wonderful, but the director and administration was horrible. I thought I'd leave forever during covid shutdown, but I found a great new school with much much better pay and amazing benefits. I'm also a voice actor on the side. I'm working on children's books and I'll narrate my own.

[@jsb4850]

Jen, I would love that! Reading aloud is my greatest pleasure. I do have a pretty strong southern accent. You reckon that would be a problem?

[@djbecca67]

Summary: 1. Tutor 2. At-Home School Teacher 3. Coach 4. Cooperate Sales for Teaching Supplies 5. Online Course Creator 6. Blogger 7. Content Creator 8. High-end Nanny 9. Real Estate Agent 10. Editor

[@AJT86]

Also other options: corporate facilitator.

[@wvjaybird5]

JTube What is a corporate facilitator?

[@AJT86]

Jaye-Andrea Arp A facilitator helps a group of people in a business to reach an outcome or decision for which everyone will take responsibility and be fully committed. So basically creating a structure for others to follow in creating business decisions. A few people who have left teaching go and do that.

[@TomAnderson_81]

Basically the alternatives is just do something else. Wow. Thanks for that.

[@joed2444]

While I appreciate the ideas, none of these jobs can compete with the benefits I have as a teachers. Herein lies the problem. I have excellent health insurance and decent pay. The trick is to find a comparable career. I don't think any of these would fit that mold.

[@brianjohnson5995]

I have been in it since 2005 when I graduated. I got in the game late (40) and am now 58. All the testing and date synthesis I have to do is driving me crazy. I didn't go to school to be anything but a classroom teacher. The pay is low. In Idaho, we have to purchase many of our own materials because we have a huge population of refugees which means we have language barriers. It also means that parents do not understand why they have to shell out all this money and why we have to have so many levies to pay for essential services in the school. I'm too tired to keep doing this yet not old enough to retire.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Hey Brian! Yours is a familiar story. The teaching profession is certainly difficult and often unrewarded. You're certainly not too old to consider a new career or path! There's no job security like working for yourself! (And you don't have to answer to all that standardized testing you're prepping your kids for!) Have you ever thought about doing something else?

[@Rockerlady]

What countries are the refugees from and has the district tried hiring aides who speak the language? I really respect you for staying in the field. I got my credential at 37 but it has taken years to land a job. I was not expecting such a struggle.

[@byeteaching]

I love that you're addressing these alternative careers for teachers. It's essential to approach the job search with a fresh mindset and avoid falling into traps. Thank you for the helpful advice

[@KateMurray]

This is fantastic! I know so many teachers who are drained from the daily grind!!

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Thanks Kate! Just feel free to pass this video right along to them ;)

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Kate how are you doing today I hope that you are having a wonderful 🙏 day?

[@susiestara0387]

Yes. Completely drained from the daily grind. I see friends and family in different professions and when their day ends, their day is done. Here I sit on a Sunday morning panicking about grading a 4 in stack of papers so I can then work on report cards. Ugh. It truly never ends.

[@byeteaching]

This video hits the nail on the head! I wish I had watched this when I was transitioning from teaching. It's easy to make these mistakes, but being aware of them can save a lot of time and frustration. Well done!

[@Staygoldponyboy44]

It took me many years to finally leave my teaching career. I wanted to leave long ago. After getting very sick, I tried for 2 more years, and that did me in! I am working with career coaches and have not yet found my purpose, but I'm working hard to so, and I know I have one and will be happy doing what I love. I just don't know what that is yet! This was a great video! I enjoy your enthusiasm and positivity. I look forward to watching more #buckit

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Hey Steph! Thanks for your comment. Keep it up and you'll find your purpose! Please keep me posted as you progress! :)

[@XoeCox]

Thats awesome. I'm 12 years in and I just don't know how much longer I can last.

[@thearchedpromise3271]

@Steph M. Thank you for sharing that sentiment. Holds true in a lot of us.

[@LifeTipsin1MinuteorLess]

Thank you! I've been teaching for 16 years, been dreaming of leaving for 10! But not possible as a single mom. Now that my son is grown, I know it's time to move on! #buckit

[@nikkicas260]

In the same boat! Ready to look for a new adventure.

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello Marla... How are you doing today... And I hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Marla how are you doing today?

[@wenwen1111]

Very true, sometimes it's the kids that keep us back.

[@erindsings]

I’m a student who for the longest time want to go into teaching and recently changed my major to Family Studies and my track is in Child Life! I want to work with kids all day but I later realized that the classroom want not for me but I love the idea of working in a hospital! I think it’s a great option as a slight career change. You are still teaching in some ways but not necessarily academics.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

This is also a great suggestion! Thanks for posting it! :)

[@courteneyhall9640]

Working in a hospital as what?

[@TutorTalkTubeKPLim]

Yes, the tutoring business is definitely booming. Been in this line for more than 15 years now. Now, sharing my little experience with others on KZbin. I like the idea of being focused and doing one thing really well and then venture into other streams of income. Thanks again.

[@LC-iv8lf]

Do you mind sharing how you find those online tutoring jobs? Is there a website or do you have to make your own connections? Thank you!

[@TutorTalkTubeKPLim]

@@LC-iv8lf Thanks for your enquiry. I try to advertise consistently using multiple platforms such as Facebook groups and KZbin. My profile is also listed on many tutoring websites. I also think it's a great idea to set up your own website on Google My Business. Quite easy to set up and it's free, with the option to pay for greater exposure around your locality. The key is consistency. Opportunities will come in due course. All the best!

[@pattyb8736]

Even though I’m told that I am a great teacher, I RARELY feel that way. For this reason, I am considering a change out of the classroom. I’m REALLY nervous about being older though. Because I work with younger fellow teachers, I feel like I do not remember or think through stuff to the extent like they do. It’s intimidating! It seems like people who move on feel like they are especially great.

[@audreycodner-gibson4250]

Hello and thank you for sharing such great ideas. I've been teaching high school math for 17 years and been thunking about moving on for the laat two week. I finally realize that I am tired of making my school looj good for little to no sincere appreication. They can keep their donuts! I want my right to teach without tge micro managing. Sign me up

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Thanks for your comment Audrey! And I really understand where you're coming from. Go ahead and click the link for the free download I have and you'll be signed up for my list. I'm currently filming a series to help make more money with a blog, so that might be something you could consider!

[@maureenmckenna5220]

Working in a corporate setting, a natural fit for teachers is Human Resources. So many ways teachers are used in this capacity.

[@EduPreneurProject]

I love that you’re talking about online career/business alternatives because many of those can be started before teachers actually quit their jobs and figure out if it’s for them or not. Especially online courses - it’s a growing industry and teachers already have the skills to do it. Great video :-)

[@NYCAppl3]

Agreed

[@christinawilson8915]

Thank you so much for this. I'm a former elementary teacher, maintain my teaching credential, and now work for our fire department as a community educator. I've always had an itch to branch out on my own and work according to MY time, and this video gave me so much inspiration to truly consider taking the leap into editing, content creating, or home school teaching. Thank you!!

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello Christina.... How are you doing today... And I hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@reilea9977]

What does that mean that you you work at a. Fire Department as a community educator? What do you do?

[@susananest3884]

I started teaching in 1983 and loved it, but the realities of this noble profession always compromised my autoimmune issues. Eventually, in 2014 I resigned and started working full time in the timber industry. I went from a high school classroom to the cab of a MADILL 1800 log loader and a Timberjack skidder. Now at 60+ years old I am feeling more energized at the end of a long day operating heavy equipment than I ever was at the end of my school day...which never seemed to end. Life has stress still, but it is something I can walk away from when I climb down and head home. By the way, my retirement check is $670.00 per month and I rolled over my IRA. The hardest part is taking a giant leap of faith into the unknown territory, but remember this is what we talk our students into doing when we ask them to try something new and it is uncomfortable. When we get out of our comfort zone is when we learn the most.

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Susan how are you doing today?

[@t.terrell7037]

Did you always know that the login industry was a passion? Thanks

[@selenamccool4010]

Just this year, I decided I am through. It is the year that broke me.

[@taylorlungren8083]

I am glad I came upon this video and just subscribed. I cannot help but feel as though I have been drowning in the stress and anxiety of teaching lately and just put in an official letter of resignation last Monday. It's been too bad, and I NEED to do something else for the better of my sanity and my family. I am also young and married, 6 months pregnant, and a little nervous on how this is all going to play out but I had to do what was best for my mental health. I like a lot of these ideas and just now you reminded me of the possibility of going into my 401k if needed to make up for the time it takes to find a new job. I literally forgot that was an option. Cue the giant sigh of relief!!

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Thanks for your comment Taylor! I can easily see how the stress of teaching can take its toll for sure. I hope you fnd something that suits you well, particularly being a mom of young kids. That's a difficult time, for sure!

[@jacquelinekenknight9280]

I’m not even a parent but I’m 4 years in now and I’m burnt out. It’s taking a toll on my health too; I’m experiencing more and more flare ups of my arthritis and could barely walk today. I cried off and on at work! I didn’t let the kids see me do it but I’ve gotta get out of this career.

[@taylorlungren8083]

@@jacquelinekenknight9280 I'm so sorry you're going through that :( to be honest I've even cried IN FRONT of my kids before... no lie xD for kindergarten they are pretty sympathetic... but yeah. It was a good choice. still looking for a new job.

[@taylorlungren8083]

@@TheFreedomStrategy Thank you so much! I am working on it for sure! I started coming up with some ideas for a tutoring website (I love / minored in mathematics) but this would be more of a side gig because of needing to afford insurance.

[@SneakySalamander13]

I never thought I would like teaching, but after substituting for a bit, decided to consider it. I sent an email asking about the application process for a Masters in Teaching and was told they had a program they were starting within the next couple months that I could apply for right then. Didn't really have time to decide if it was a good idea before I was taking classes, and convinced I was going to be a teacher. Got my dream job immediately after I got my degree and have been teaching for two years. Great school, students are well behaved, and only have to teach my favorite subject. However, the grind is killing me and I have flip-flopped between thinking I was content and being boarderline suicidal. Really need to see a therapist but my undiagnosed ADHD, anxiety, and tendency to procrastinate on things I haven't done before make it hard to set up an appointment. I am starting my third year of teaching now (yes, I have never taught a year without covid) and I don't think this is for me. One the one hand, everyone is telling me I shouldn't quit yet as the students love me and are scoring well on the AP Exam. They gush about my class and tell all of their friends to take it! I always get things done by the end of the year and look successful from the outside. Also, other teachers say I don't have a good idea of what teaching is normally like as I have had 3 "first years" of teaching with all of the changes Covid brings. But I am unconvinced that things will really be that much better even if the schools get back to normal for the next few years. I got into it because I like teaching science not because I am really invested in the students or the school, so I feel no sense of pride or success when my kiddos score well. I feel like I am always on the verge of a mental break down from the stress. I did break a couple times last year where I drove to the mountains and put in a sick day the next day to gather myself. I feel like I don't have time for anything I love (HEMA, Art, Music, etc.) I will stick things out this year for the sake of my kiddos (I am teaching AP so they really need me) but am heavily considering not signing my contract when the time comes back around this spring. It is scary though as I am the only stable income. My husband has been trying for over a year to get a programming job but was only able to get something part time at FedEx. If I leave teaching, it will be hard to make ends meet and we will have no health insurance unless my husband or I can find another full-time job. Life f*ing sucks. I do have multiple talents and could probably be successful with a mix of KZbin educational videos, videos of me singing, and really pursuing selling my art, but that would depend on having a stable source of income to support starting all of that.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

I am so sorry to hear your story. It certainly sounds like you're between a rock and a hard place for sure. And I'm sure it's true that teaching in COVID times is very unlike other times. Who knows when it will get better...? In the meantime, I have found a very good online course to help teachers pursue other opportunites, including starting an online business (that could be teaching related or not). I think the course is so good that I've partnered with her on it. Here is a link to it in case you want to check it out. Take care and good luck! Heather www.suzanneklein.com/e2e-heather

[@AdrianaGirdler]

Love the idea of a private home-school teacher or even a private coach! These are GREAT ideas for teachers looking for a bit of a career change. Cheers!

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Thanks Adriana! Yes, I love the private coach idea too!

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Adriana how are you doing today I hope that you are having a wonderful 🙏 day?

[@judithgallegos1748]

I did tutoring for years. No health care and could not support myself. It was then that I went back to the classroom. Now I am retired. In this country, teachers are underappreciated and underpaid. That says a lot about our society. I went from retired teacher to caregiver to my husband so my days are filled. I did learn a lot of nursing skills! My teacher organizational skills help in this respect.

[@carolcross_ArtFusionStudio]

I was a teacher for 18 years teaching Resource Math and English and I’m sorry to say I am very glad I’m leaving the public school system. Very ugly experiences. So sad, but feeling optimistic now.

[@tapashyarasaily1373]

Omg...I was looking for this advice exactly...teaching in an institution is way too draining..a lot of times it's more non teaching work than teaching related stuff....and some of the options r so practical...thanks a ton

[@chrissyrekczis6546]

Taught for 13 years. The last 2 I have felt burnt out and wanting to find something else.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Wow! 13 years is amazing! I totally get why you feel burned out.

[@TurnLemons2Lemonade_]

13 years for me, too! Yep!

[@handydaisy9539]

22 for me. I dont think I can do 5 more!

[@mrsevalee]

27 years. I am retiring this year; I was ready to get out of the class but not ready to stop working.

[@JuneGem80]

I’ve been thinking about leaving teaching for over 10 years now. I just haven’t figured out how. #Buckit

[@simonegrant5757]

Same!

[@adrianacasarez7556]

Thank you for discussing/talking about nanny jobs and real estate agents. I’ve seriously considered both jobs but more so real estate agents. Appreciate this.

[@ruthannmontgomerywall2030]

I made the decision today that I need to retire after 32 years in the classroom. For years, I wrote my own curriculum with a outstanding results on test scores. Now, everything is scripted and all teachers are required to teach from the script. I’m a real teacher; I don’t play one on TV. I don’t need a script. Unfortunately, I started teaching at 21, so I haven’t met the full-benefits retirement age. My retirement will be around $450 less than I would get if I stayed another year and a half. Because I’m a long way from 65 and hubby has no retirement or insurance, it will cost about 1/3 of my check to pay insurance. I already tutor, but I don’t know where to begin locating any of these other opportunities.

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Ruth how are you doing today?

[@secretdaysco.6933]

Yes, Hard Time there will always be a better solution. We welcome you!

[@chemtibbs7616]

Good ideas but, got to put those ideas on hold for now because I am really enjoying making a difference in the lives of all the teenagers I am working with.

[@daisymireles7557]

I’ve taught for 8 years, but am feeling desperate to find something else to supplement my income while I build my home-based business.

[@ButteredFlied]

I’m a 4th year teacher in nyc single with no kids to support still struggling to make ends meet. I’m 31 years old I’m tired of having to work 2, 3 jobs just to support myself and not even be able to make a dent in my student loans. I feel like I’m at a complete dead end because as little as teacher salary is what other field can i go into with absolutely no experience other than teaching that will make more money. I regret choosing this career so much and i feel so stuck

[@raquelbrown90]

Teaching 8 years.. I’ve been wanting to get out the last 4 years. This year is it!!!!

[@ymatktpk11]

If you’re young and in your first few years GET OUT NOW! When you have kids, mortgage, etc and get 20 years in it will be too difficult to leave.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Good point.

[@t.terrell7037]

But not impossible! Just quit today and I feel a burden has been lifted and I’m excited about the future and future prospects. At this point…anything is better than what teachers endured last year due to covid, with online teaching

[@tracyrns]

Have been considering since 2018. Have started both a master in special education and trialing tutoring. Love the master but totally aware of the education system not working (here in Victoria, Australia)...

[@dietitianshelly]

I have to show this to several of my relatives who are retiring for Teaching!!

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello Shelly... How are you doing today... And I hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Shelly how are you doing today?

[@angelarasmussen1800]

I've taught resource English for 24 years. This covid BS has me ready to be done, not to mention common core ridiculousness. They are saying they want us to wear shield helmets in the fall and tell our students not to share and keep 6 feet apart- absolute nonsense.

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello Angela... How are you doing today.... And I hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@mystical_cupcake]

Imagining teachers walking around wearing shield helmets makes me laugh 😂😂😂

[@mickeybanks9799]

I’m not ready to leave but I was thinking, what next.

[@jueytags4976]

Same feeling

[@kamica_kitchen8764]

I have been teaching for just 7 MONTHS and I TRULY CANTTTTTTTTT do this anymore. I am going back to school to be a nurse 👩‍⚕️.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

I hear ya! And nursing is a great profession.

[@virginiaflores3713]

Teaching for 21 years. Thinking about leaving for 10 years.

[@jojob5170]

Congratulations Ina! I’m so proud of you! Still too scared to jump ship myself after 15yrs if secondary music teaching. One day...

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello Virginia... How are you doing today..... And hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@willow6049]

If I do some of these things, how am I going to get affordable health insurance as the only income earner in my family?

[@EnglishwithTMack]

Girl, you just opened my eyes to a lot of opportunities! Thank you so much!

[@megg.6651]

One thing not addressed. Pensions.

[@Teach75]

I have been wanting to get for about 4 years now. I am really good at what I do (Reading Interventionist) but I don’t make any money (private school) and I love cross stitch and quilting. I have run a longarm business for almost 20 years on the side and have spent years teaching my customers how to quilt better. I have a YT channel for the cross stitch as well.

[@RussiaIsARiddle778]

Amen to publications needing editors. That would be a great fit for me. I rarely read anything, especially Online, where there are no errors. Anyone who needs an editor, I will edit a few articles FREE and will show you your errors in exchange for a job. I’ve been thinking of leaving the classroom since the pandemic. I’m sure if anyone wants to know why teachers are leaving the profession, you can easily find out by typing your query into the KZbin search bar. You will find a multitude of teachers explaining their reasons and they are usually very similar to one another.

[@stare.296]

I feel that I have a natural ability to teach, but dreaded the ins and outs of being a teacher. This is perfect.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

There are lots of ways you can use your teaching ability without actually going into the traditional classroom! Im' glad this video gave you some ideas.

[@solitarysurreal3652]

Obviously without going into too much detail here - I have been a teacher for nearly 6 years now and my plan is to move out of teaching after the end of next year. I have a Cert 3 in aged care, I've recently entered into an Honours course...and looking at the way it's all going, I can only say THANK **** I got other qualifications. To anybody out there who's feeling the burnout, who wakes up in the morning and just does not want to be there any more...it just has to be said; trust yourself. Play it smart, don't make unnecessary enemies, save your money...but you can do it. You can walk away from teaching :)

[@Godzchild1959]

I'm a first year Special Education teacher and my current Principal has given me bad evaluations across the board. So now it's on my permanent record at the state therefore, no principal will hire me. I must leave teaching and find another career.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

I'm sorry to hear this. But maybe there's a silver lining here. It could be that you can now find a career that is more suited for you?

[@jenniehuttosmith9872]

20 years as a School Counselor...Looking for possible retirement career options in 10 years.

[@amberrose1108]

I wish I had become a school Counselor! I only became a teacher because I thought it would be easier to get hired.

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello Jennie... How are you doing today.... And I hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@JosephDonavon]

I just started thinking about leaving the teaching field last week after finishing my first year but going to wait it out I also have a 403b but I am going to wait it out until I make it to year 6 when I am fully vested. In the mean time I am going to work towards becoming a psychologist where I can still work with kids but in a different capacity l than being in the classroom

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

This sounds like a great plan for you!

[@danaegarcia7000]

I've been considering quitting teaching English for like 5 months or so... I feel terible, because even though some days I love my kiddos, some others I hate the idea of lesson planning, the idea of teaching and I dread that I and my classes are not good enough. I don't know what I would like to do instead, or if I should just give it more time. Or change now before wasting any more time. Even when I was at Uni, I didn't like planning, I always got stuck for hours thinking on what to do. The shift is great, and my co workers are awesome, but taking work home everyday and always thinking about what's next without any breakes, it is draining me out. And I just started my career like one and a half years ago! :C

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Thanks for your comment Danae! From your description, it sounds like teaching may not be a great fit for you. If I were you, I'd spend a bit of time really evaluating what types of things you do like (clearly not planning things... lol!) and then see what types of opportunities fit those skills. But probably wait to quit until you are on the path to something else. Thanks again for watching and for the comment!

[@danaegarcia7000]

@@TheFreedomStrategy thank you for taking the time to respond, and for the advice. ☺️

[@chixwithstix2]

I am interested in learning more about being at at home school teacher. I don't think I want to be in a traditional classroom anymore but I want to still work with kids. I am looking at this and nannying as well.

[@RspbyLmn]

This will be my 25th year as an elementary teacher. I am eligible to retire but cannot afford to live on just my retirement. Either I get a job or stay in.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Wow! That's a long time and I thank you for giving teaching such an effort. It's tough out there!

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Shawn how are you doing today?

[@jillianhicks3405]

I have been thinking about transitioning out of the classroom for a couple of years now. I have always been very interested in supporting children/youth with mental health challenges. I would enjoy using my teaching experience and educational background to be a counsellor in a school or health care facility.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

This is a great idea!

[@patriciaojigbo2976]

I will consider all this options. Trust me all ur efforts in trying to rehabilitate me with no be in vain. Close the program and thanks

[@level0planet768]

I just think the devils is really, really in the details as we explore all this hypothetical scenarios.

[@tysonlarson1]

I don’t want to work for anyone else. I need more ideas for independent work.Been thinking about it since 2020. I could use your help with more ideas.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

The best advice I can give is for you to make a list of what you love doing, what you're good at, and what other people want/need. Wherever those lists overlap is a good place to start!

[@alidelatierra]

I teach health education for my community with no teaching experience it’s amazing and we learn from our community just as much as we help spread education. All our clients are adults expect for select child development classes they during their kids 0-3yo

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

This is great!!

[@gingerredshoes]

So what about job? These are hustles. What if you want an actual steady paycheck?

[@anthonydanielgittins1864]

18.5 years....UK..Brunei....Indonesia...China over it now

[@ShirleeAlicia]

Love your channel, Heather!! You really make awesome content. My family is loaded with teachers too. We could start a school with all of them. I'm a homeschool mom and these are great tips for homeschool families too.

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Shirlee how are you doing today?

[@16carpio16j]

I work at childcare center as an assistant but takes a lot of work am still working towards my AA but still don’t know if this is the direction I want it is very tiring

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Yes, working with kids can be very tiring. I suggest you talk to others in the same field to see if they recommend it.

[@Arvabelle]

I'm not a teacher, but these are such cool ideas! Especially being a private teacher!

[@creative_expressionproductions]

I don't think tutor should be on this list...I'm mean...this list is about alternative career to teaching right?

[@sukisammo3146]

total teaching years 25, but only 21 years with public school...hold license for 7-12 social studies, 7-12 English, 7-12 general sciences, Health, and Principal 7-12....have been thinking of leaving since before the covid pandemic, but I work in Pennsylvania and am paid well, with good benefits and a super pension if I put in 30 years... which the pension will triple my payout in these last 9 years... so its financial suicide to leave... I'M TRAPPED!🤮 I love my kids to no end, love my main subject social studies, but like most teachers who want out, it's admin, school board, public policies and some parents that just ruin it all! Maybe I'll offer my editing services on the side for the next 9 years and see how that goes; it might be a great supplemental retirement income! thanks for the tip!👍😊

[@EliMagidsLuxuryHomes]

Always Great Advice to Help with our lives ! Most Helpful Channel on KZbin !

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Thanks Eli!! :)

[@meredith1615]

This is my 4th year and I’ve been considering every year 😅

[@santhoshkumarp2361]

#Mee too 😁

[@carolcross_ArtFusionStudio]

I’m an artist and former teacher and I would like to know how having a blog will generate income? What are some ideas?

[@superherolifestyle1252]

Being organized can open up so many job opportunities! Good job!

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Yes for sure! Is organization one of your strengths?

[@Kokopilau77]

I’m in my second year, took this up as a midlife career change. I’m 42 now. I fear I may be falling into the statistic of leaving within the first 3 years. The sad part is that it’s one student that is driving me to look at leaving.

[@soniarodriguez7411]

Hi., me too., I am in my second year of early childod education. I am 42., i have hear alot if comment about teachers leaving the job for the first years. Quite disappointed.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Hey! I wanted to reach out to see if your teaching hear has gotten any better (not like with this whole COVID19 mess) and see if you've given any more thought to starting something else. I'd be happy to jump on a quick call wth you to see if there's anything I can do to help. Just email me at heather [at] thefreedomtrategy [dot] com.

[@Kokopilau77]

The Freedom Strategy TBH, I’ve been focusing on trying to get content for my kiddos and keep up with the grading. Think I’ve logged more hours in the last month than I have in the past two years. I seem to have had more success with the remote learning and implementing the flipped learning. Then again, I can mute the disruptions. I’ve recorded your email address, so may send something out at the end of the year.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

@@Kokopilau77 SOunds good! I'm not surprised you're so busy. Just reach out when you're ready!

[@paulinerussell8942]

Looking for alternative careers to teaching, very helpful

[@exodusprime1935]

Thank you for sharing. Amazing video. I am feeling the burn out part of being a teacher and I will be looking into all of these suggestions from your video 😊

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

I hope you find something that works for you and makes you happy! Teacher burnout is huge problem for sure.

[@lovelydae7455]

I am going to train for a Montessori license So i can work at a good school and get tuition discount for my twins

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

I love Montessori! (Probably because I went there when I was a little kid!)

[@freyashipley6556]

I'm an AMI-certified Montessori guide. My first and only year in the classroom was one of the worst experiences of my life. I was idealistic about Montessori theory, but had no skills at all for classroom management, or for protecting myself against getting scapegoated by the administration. Never again.

[@wuyili193]

You can teach remotely to the students around the globe.

[@trudysenglishnexus6719]

I like the content creator one. Do you talk about that on your blog?

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello Trudy's... How are you doing today.... And I hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Trudy how are you doing today?

[@MF-ty2zn]

Run for office to get problems fixed in the schools. Teachers need former teachers to represent them whether it be city, county, state, or federal.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Ha! My dad was in politics when I was a kid. Not interested! lol!! Thanks for your comment, though! :)

[@tiffenyfields588]

Special ed teacher for five years. Thinking about leaving teaching for three years. #buckit

[@Yeomen1986]

I love teaching and don't plan to leave it but always look to suggestions of other opportunities so IF that day comes I already have some idea what I'm doing.

[@freyashipley6556]

Thanks for this great video! I'd love to become a content creator, but I'm not sure how to find clients. May I ask how your daughter does it?

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

She posts on facebook groups and also goes to trade meetings in various cities to connect with people. She's quite social and makes friends well and it's amazing how many people need content created.

[@rustymorris5611]

high end nanny? insurance? i need something realistic that pays 70,000+ Love that you're trying to help.

[@DembysTeachingTips]

Thanks for sharing this!

[@AlecGrinage]

I've been teaching for only a year and a half. It took me 8.5 years to get a degree in instrumental music education. I cannot even get interviewed for a job teaching instrumental music and will never be able to afford a masters degree.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

What about giving private lessons? There's probably more money in that anyway. Plus you could create an online course teaching music and sell it to thousands of people? (I just bought a program to teach me guitar, so I know people are willing to pay for that kind of thing)!

[@aemiller12]

I have gone back to teaching 2 times after quitting other jobs and taking a break from the field. About 4 years after getting my degree right now and I'm getting back into school for something else now. Not sure when exactly I'll leave my job depends on school and finances

[@bassafratz]

I'm not even a teacher or an education major I'm just having an identity college crisis

[@footlooseunlimited8040]

Good suggestions, but considering my length of service in the teaching profession, would any of these careers pay as much as someone who had been teaching for many years and has an advanced degree (which also gets extra pay), and the fact that the retirement benefits are also great? Speaking of blogging, I wonder how much travel vloggers earn? Traveling is my passion and if I can do that I might consider leaving the classroom. Thank you for the helpful info.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Hey James! There's no doubt that the longer you're in teaching, the better the pay and the better the benefits. It all comes down to lifestyle choices and day to day fulfillment. There are MANY travel vloggers that earn 6 figures and more. Those who earn that kind of money definitely put in a lot of time, work, and energy, but it allows them to travel full time and make a living on it. Check out the blog It's a Lovely Life for a great example of how this family turned travel into a full time blog and business. Very inspirational!

[@staceyj3667]

This is my similar dilemma. But I don’t wanna be the teacher living for summer and retirement

[@footlooseunlimited8040]

@@TheFreedomStrategy I guess now you can't say the same thing with Covid now among us. This is why I will never leave my current profession. At least it is stable and not dependent on current health, political, and economic situations.

[@azchanna]

I wouldn’t leave if I were you ! I would probably just get a part time gig to supplement my income

[@footlooseunlimited8040]

@@azchanna Don;t tell me that. Tell that to the lady that posted the vlog. She was the one who decided to leave the profession, not me.

[@persephoneblack888]

I don't think things like being a blogger are a feasible career. I say, get another degree and go into medical or science or private jobs (private tutoring, private nannying, and so on). I have a science degree and I'm a special education Para. I wanted to be a teacher but seeing all the negativity around it has shown me that that is a mistake. Instead, I'm going to go into medical (epidemiology).

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

Going the medical route is also a good option for sure.

[@libby305]

To earn the same or more, evenually you`ll return to school or training Not many have funds to return to school.

[@TheFreedomStrategy]

I know a lot of people who earn way more and never had to return for further education. In general, they did this by starting their own businesses or contracting in the private sector.

[@TeacherTherapy]

Cool video! Thanks for posting!! :)

[@maxwellmark2846]

Hello teacher... How are you doing today... And I hope you do stay safe due to the pandemic over there.?

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful 😍 comment! Hello Dear how are you doing today?