How to Transition from Teaching to Instructional Design with Sara Stevick

[@AA-gn3cx]

This was so helpful - I am a teacher looking to transition, and I watched this full video and took notes and everything, and now, a month later, I’m happy to say I was offered (and accepted) a position as an instructional designer at a university! Thank you to both of you!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Huge congratulations!! We are so glad to hear that and we’re happy to help 😃

[@deborah8607]

That is awesome! Congratulations! You are another inspiration for me!

[@bubbles.roblox123]

Hi! Your story is inspiring. What did you do to land a job so quickly and what is your teaching background?

[@Christina_Hira]

Just starting this video now! It’s exciting that you watched this video took notes, and got a job in ID a month later. Wow 😮

[@beegee9529]

I.D is definitely for me. The part I liked about teaching the most was resource creation and the part that I loved the most too was learning about learning and how to best teach something. This fits me perfectly and I really want to do it.

[@charlenefm3188]

Sara, I can identify with your story. Seeing this video three months after first viewing...well, you're validating so many educators by choosing self-care. I have been doing "tell me" exercises and the words "I am a creator" resonates the loudest. I can't wait to fill the knowledge gaps. Educators as life long-learners can make so many things happen! Thanks for sharing.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hi Charlene, thanks for watching this one and commenting 😊. “I am a creator” sounds like a great mantra to repeat, and it will serve you well in your transition into ID. You’re welcome for sharing 😊

[@victoriamoyo]

Hi Charlene, how has your journey been so far as an ID? Have you been able to build a porfolio and find work?

[@estharroja6275]

@@DevlinPeckYT hello sir I'm a teacher from India...currently doing my post graduation program in instructional design...i want to create a portfolio can you help me...?

[@growthinmygarden5221]

This was exactly the guest speaker I needed to hear. I just wish I had found this channel when it was live so I could see all the comments. It seems so many teachers are feeling the same things about figuring out how to pivot in their career after teaching. Thanks so much for introducing us to Sara and her team. Such great vibes. I am binge watching all your work and her work. Never have I been so excited for a change in career. Thanks for the positive energy you continue to exhibit.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks so much for checking out the video! I’m glad you were resonating with what Sara was saying. There are definitely a lot of teachers in the same position but many of them are making the transition successfully. You are not alone. Also, thanks for checking out the content. I hope it will help you out in your journey.... feel free to join us in the community if you are not in there already: www.devlinpeck.com/id

[@leannesuttles6832]

I watched this on Crowdcast. It’s a gold mine of applicable information for those transitioning from education to ID. Thank you, Devlin for sharing here on KZbin! 👏👏👏

[@DevlinPeckYT]

For sure! Thanks for watching on Crowdcast and supporting with a comment here 😃

[@jeremydearinger3489]

Absolutely loved the video, thank you and after 14 years in public education I am entering the world instructional design and can’t wait to learn, grow, and create.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks Jeremy! Glad that you enjoyed the content. There’s plenty more on the channel, and we’re glad that you’re transitioning into the field 😃

[@gkaur1522]

Thank you both for creating this content and for actively assisting teachers in making the leap into ID. I taught high school for 11 years and have been working on moving into ID for a little while now. Your content is incredibly helpful.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Glad to hear it! Sara is very helpful for teachers transitioning into ID 😃. And thanks for checking out the content and supporting the channel. You’ve got this!

[@DiamondFlame45]

Thank you so much for this video! I have an informal chat scheduled with an instructional designer at a tech company and this is the push I need! And Sara is right! People don’t treat teachers as professionals! But that’s okay because there are those who are advocates for us and are worth listening too!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You're welcome! And yes, people who view teachers like that are probably not people that would be great to work with. Teachers have so many great skills and they are a big value-add to the ID profession :D

[@byeteaching]

Your advice will undoubtedly help teachers navigate the job market outside of education more effectively. Well done!

[@jovial1213]

OMG!!! GOD BLESS YOU FOR POSTING THIS & ALL YOUR MATERIAL HAS INSPIRED HOPE ❤️😃🔥

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Glad to hear it!! You’ve got this!!!!

[@invictus84]

Currently interviewing for ID positions; former public high school teacher here: what she says at 42:15 is absolutely right. Love this series

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks so much and good luck with your interviews! 😃

[@adayinthelight7575]

Did you ever get the job?

[@vasundharak9536]

What a helpful, insightful and engaging interaction! Thank you so much for bringing Sara in! As a higher ed teacher, I can totally relate to how undervalued teachers are. That was a big reason for me to quit teaching and I haven't regretted it one bit. Since I am from fashion and design background, aesthetics and design orientation are already in place but there's still a lot to learn! Those were very useful tips on how to get free learning content and prepare the resume. Very relatable and great to see such a helpful community doing so much to light the path for others. Great job guys!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks so much! We're glad that you enjoyed the session and we appreciate the support.

[@patriciamcdaniel5919]

I'm going through Bob Pike Group this upcoming week (it definitely isn't free) because I feel I need to know how to use these programs, lingo, etc to feel confident to jump into this world out of teaching. This video was very helpful also. She was so right about the mindset of a teacher.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks for sharing, Patricia! And we'd love to see you in the ID Community if you're not in there already :D www.devlinpeck.com/id

[@deannamullins2315]

I resonate with this so much. I taught high school biology. I love education, science, and teaching, but I was often asked to give up parts of my life for a job where they didn't respect me. I knew I could lose my license, but I was so done with it that I didn't care. Since I've been offered multiple teaching positions.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks for sharing, Deanna! Good on you for setting boundaries and enforcing them.

[@jenlisageib6087]

This is such a valuable video - I feel almost guilty that I get to watch it for free! Thank you so much for providing all these crucial insights - I can't even express how much I appreciate both you, Devlin, and Sara. You both are doing incredibly important work (giving teachers practical paths for transitioning to Instructional Design).

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks Jenlissa! Sara is so helpful for sure. I’m glad that you’re finding the content valuable...and we appreciate you for watching & commenting! Hope to see you at the session we’re doing this Thursday with Sara.

[@guayabita27able]

What a dynamic and profesional duo! I am a teacher and honestly not sure if ID is the path I would like to pursue. However, the information you provided is so appealing I decided to see the entire video. Thank you!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks Gigi! It was all Sara though 😃. And what are your thoughts on whether or not to go with ID? This video may also give you some perspective: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnKnq52Qi5qFf7M

[@PHDwLynAli]

Ok. It's my turn to go for it! . My favorite part is designing the plan for instruction but I also LOVE delivering the content. I'm still stuck in the middle.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You've got this! Looking forward to helping you take the leap into ID if you decide that it's right for you :D

[@marjin14]

This was so helpful! Thank you for simplifying the true definition of what an ID is and what the job really is all about. I love designing stuff digitally. As an instructor I think this will be the perfect role to transition into as it combines both of my passions: instruction and digital creations.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You're welcome, Jinnavel! We're happy to help, and it definitely sounds like ID would be a good fit for you :D.

[@flowwithstevie]

Omg! This video was just awesome! Resonated so much with me! Sarah and Devlin you are amazing and inspiring!!! Thank you so much for your support, vision, and content!!!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You're welcome!! Sara is very inspiring, indeed. Make sure to check out her volunteer program...it helps many people!

[@flowwithstevie]

I did! And signed up waiting to hear back

[@DevlinPeckYT]

@@flowwithstevie sounds good 😃

[@dawnwarren8585]

This is amazing! Thank you for sharing all this valuable information! I feel even more confident now going forward from teaching into the corporate world!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You're welcome! Thanks for checking out this session, Dawn :D

[@hasonpoy]

I love this channel and this video. Both are highly encouraging for me. Thank you Devlin for providing this.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You’re welcome! Sara is wonderful 😃. And she leads a great free community with volunteers who are very helpful.

[@SergioCostantini]

Thank you for putting all of this information out there. Do you happen to have the links she mentions in these videos? Like The list of alternative careers for teachers. Thank you so much. This was helpful and I have been looking into it.

[@fisayooludipe6030]

Oh my goodness this is what I needed thank you guys for this 👏🏾👏🏾

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You're welcome! We're glad that you found your way here :D

[@rtn7932]

Sara coached color guard! I did too!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

No way! That's awesome :D. We're actually doing another live session with Sara this Thursday...hope to see you there :) live.devlinpeck.com/ref/a0Az7kdtTcEH1SHl

[@rbaxter982]

A great video 😊. Thank you guys.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching :)

[@kellibolton2053]

Thank you so much! I’m having the toughest times getting noticed for this type of role. I needed some guidance on how to tailor my resume to get interviews.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Sorry that you’re having a hard time with this! Do you have a portfolio site? That will help a lot. And we will do a session in October with Ivan Mendoza about how to tailor your resume for ID jobs 😃

[@kellibolton2053]

Thank you so much! I’m going to work on the portfolio as well.

[@kdiekmann8557]

I did all of those things too! Including teaching colorguard! It's so exhausting.

[@toyshiajohnson8604]

Great job 👏🏼

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks for watching! We appreciate the support 😃

[@yisui582]

Hi! Great and really helpful Interview! But I was wondering where I can find all the links that Sara mentioned in this video?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks so much! And Sara may have those links on-hand for you :D

[@Marchelaparis]

Hi! Thank you so much for such an informational video! Is there anyway to see the information that Sara shared on the chat that day? Thank you!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You’re welcome! We do not have those chat logs but feel free to join the TPLD LinkedIn group and ask any questions there 😃

[@andreavicchio7055]

Great information….i Do you feel there is a need for part time work in instructional design? What about remote work?

[@pauljohnson3317]

7:15 so powerful!

[@reba_techteacher]

Great video. Thanks, Devlin and Sara! Where can I find the list of 41 different instructional design courses ranging from FREE to Masters?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You're so welcome! I believe this is what you're looking for :D www.eduflow.com/blog/the-ultimate-list-of-41-instructional-design-courses

[@reba_techteacher]

@@DevlinPeckYT , THANK YOU SOOOOOO MUCH!!!!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

@@reba_techteacher you’re welcome!

[@boopdeedoop98]

Do we have a link for the free nova or is it novo 5 week course?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

I don’t have the link but they may have it in TPLD!

[@ReneeIsReborn]

I tried signing up for the NovaEd course, but I only have Gmail. How do I email the gentlemen to manually add me to list, please? THANK YOU! (Sara talks about this at 17:48)

[@CanadianCitizenshipTestKit]

This may be the dumbest question of all time, but the chat is mentioned a few times, (including links being pasted into it) but the I can't find the chat. Is there something I need to do to see it? Thanks for all the content!

[@Pinl5349]

Hi, I didn't see the live version. How can I get the list of 41 Instructional Design courses that was mentioned?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hi Kelly! You can reach out to Sara and she may have it on hand for you :D

[@rebeccaforce971]

I am currently enrolled and working towards a Bachelor of Arts in Education, chose this route because I have a passion for learning but as I proceed forward I honesty don't know that I want to be working in classroom. I'm very interested in instructional design. Is it ideal to have my Bachelor degree completed as well as fill in my knowledge with these resources and tools before applying?

[@shduii]

On her LinkedIn learning comment. Most libraries offer the complete catalogue free with a library card!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Yes, great point, Sean! Thanks for reminding us :D

[@victoriamoyo]

Thank you much for this video, now l know for sure that l want to go into instructional design as a career. To give you a bit of context, l have a Computer Science degree and l went into teaching, but l don't enjoy it and as we all know the pay sucks! So l'm quitting my job at the end of the academic year and taking the plunge! I'm a creative and what l enjoy most about teaching is creating learning resources for my learners so know l will enjoy ID. I can't wait to get started. I know this video was a live video a few months ago but would l by any chance be able to get the lists of free ID courses?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You’re welcome, Victoria! We’re glad to hear that you’d like to become an ID 😃. It’s a great career and the community is very supportive. It sounds like you’d be a great fit for the field, too. I don’t have the course list, but you may be able to ask this in the TPLD LinkedIn group 😃. Talk to you soon!

[@victoriamoyo]

@Devlin Peck I got in touch with Sara and she sent me the links thank you.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

@@victoriamoyo Ok, perfect. Thanks for the update :D

[@MauraMcG]

Same. It took a pancreatic tumor to force me to take care of myself and that's when I realized that I couldn't take care of any parts of me while being a teacher.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Wow, we're sorry to hear that you had to / have to deal with that. But good to hear that your perspective shifted and that you're putting your health / well-being first.

[@robono]

Have been consuming all things ID for the past week, mainly on your channel. This amazing talk on crowdcast was one of them. You are doing amazing work, Devlin, it has given me a lot of hope. I was wondering if you could post something Sara mentioned during the talk. The Novo Ed free course she recommended requires a business email address to sign up and she suggested there might be a person who can be contacted to arrange a workaround. Is this still possible?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hi Robert, thanks so much for supporting the channel and commenting here. I appreciate the positive feedback 😃. And Sara did mention that she would send something our way, but I did not get any updates on that. Maybe message Sara on LinkedIn and report back here if you get the info? 😃

[@robono]

@@DevlinPeckYT Yes! Will try. Keep up the fabulous work, I will be watching.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

@@robono thanks again! 😃

[@Syrenia63]

who is the contact for NovoEd for the free course. I cannot see the responses.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

I am not sure, Kristina, but if you reach out to Sara Stevick or post about it on the TPLD LinkedIn page, I am sure someone there will be able to help :D

[@youtubeblockedme5864]

I watched so many teachers young and older have their bodies break down... All to tell them to get the hell out. They wouldn't do it until their health was at risk. Ultimately no one really cared after a few weeks of their absence.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

That is very sad...it is rough seeing what teachers have to deal with. Which is why it's so rewarding for us to help them land ID roles!

[@sabrinabruton7462]

I’m very interested in cooperate ID. Can you tell me what the worklife is like? As in is it Monday -Friday, 8-5? 8 hours a day? Take home work?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

It depends on the company and the scope of the position. The majority of roles tend to be remote, but there are hybrid and in-person roles out there too if that's your preference! Scott goes into more detail of what his day-to-day looks like in this video if you want to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a32wYmubnquAhdk

[@mariazr4321]

Could you help me understand the difference between a Learning Specialist and an Instructional Designer?

[@rocio2917]

Does anyone have information on Laura Hoyer to know where the list is? TIA

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You might try looking her up on LinkedIn to see if you can find it there? I also created a list that might be helpful if you want to start there: www.devlinpeck.com/content/best-job-former-teachers

[@itsnunyabidness1225]

Who's the person at NovoEd that we should contact to be manually enrolled for the free LXD program?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

I'm not sure! You can reach out to Sara about this but I also do not think that the program is free..I believe it is like $1k-1.5k but I may be mistaken.

[@TeachingAPathtoLD]

I'm not sure if the individual has remained the same, but you can always reach out here for assistance: www.novoed.com/company/contact-us/ The 5 week NovoEd course in Learning Experience Design is free (WOOT WOOT!), you can learn more about it here: www.novoed.com/resources/learning-experience-design-course/ They do offer other paid courses, and as always TPLD neither encourages nor discourages the purchase of any program, we just advocate for doing thorough research! :)

[@poojapotdar9484]

Hello Devlin! I am Pooja from India. I have done my master's in organic chemistry and for the past 2 years, I have been working as SME and academic content writer. Currently, I have decided to go for MS in the USA and struggling to choose the right course for me based on my experience and interest. I want a course that is related to education and technology. Is MS in instructional design good for me? Also, can you please give details about the scope and types of jobs I would get after getting his degree in the USA. Thanks

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hi Pooja! We're glad to hear that you're going to become an ID, and we look forward to supporting you. I did my MS at Florida State University (Instructional Systems and Learning Technologies). Feel free to join us in the community space to get a wider range of responses and insights: www.devlinpeck.com/id

[@SOS-ct9mv]

Teachers are traumatized. I know I am one and switching to ID. lol. And I have to agree all teachers say I'm just a teacher. Very helpful learning how to change the language.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Nice takeaways, Susan. I feel for all of the teachers out there, but we're here to help you make it over to instructional design :). The grass is much greener over here!

[@SOS-ct9mv]

@@DevlinPeckYT lol I hope so.

[@jenlisageib6087]

I also agree that the segment on reframing language was incredibly helpful!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

@@jenlisageib6087 glad that it helped!

[@rbaxter982]

Minute 41:11. She said @@@@@ for levels. What was the word plz?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Good question! Kirkpatrick's 4 levels. Here's a video to learn more about them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYXLd5mdpMikqMU

[@cherylhickey3956]

Kirkpatrick's 4 levels

[@konfidential1911]

As a freelance graphic designer and teacher will Captivate be easy for me to learn? 🤔

[@ohsweets2039]

What's the difference between Curriculum Developer and Instructional Designer?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Good question! They are very similar if not the same in some companies, but the general difference I've seen is that curriculum developers may have more project management tasks (although this can vary by company of course)

[@ohsweets2039]

@@DevlinPeckYT thank you, they sound quite similar ❤

[@Sumitsumit-eo8np]

Good evening sir. I want to know how I can creat level 2 WBT storyboard. Would you plz help me. I am a junior Instructional Designer. I have been working as an instructional Designer for three months.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Good evening! There’s a bit of storyboarding content on the channel already, but I have more on the way 😃

[@Sumitsumit-eo8np]

@@DevlinPeckYT pls sir. Could you please send me a sample of Level 2 WBT storyboard -witch will be developed with 2D, animation.voice over, interactives and graphics and also use attach template.

[@Sumitsumit-eo8np]

I am a junior Instructional Designer. So I don't know much about WBT LEVEL 2. In my role as an instructional Designer included: build the courses, review the courses and import content from templete and old courses.

[@Pritha879]

There are not many courses in ID actually.. but there should be..

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hey Pritha! We’re working on helping change that 😃

[@Pritha879]

@@DevlinPeckYT In India, there are two degrees that have been recently introduced. However, there are tonnes of jobs in the market. The field is unstructured.

[@juanalang1930]

I am leaving K-12 after 26 years. I cannot do it anymore

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You're not alone! We work with SO many educators in the bootcamp who are facing burnout. There are options out there, and if ID feels like the right fit for you, it can be a night/day difference :)

[@Dom-pi1gj]

WGU. $3,000 masters. You’re welcome