Leaving Teaching - What Next?

Exploring the process and possibilities in leaving teaching

What you'll learn

Establish whether you really want to leave teaching

Consider next steps in leaving teaching

What the different options and opportunities available

A deeper understanding of your own goals and ambitions

New ideas on what to do next (case studies)

Requirements

No specific requirements

Description

Welcome to 'Leaving Teaching - What Next?' – a transformative online course tailored specifically for passionate teachers who are contemplating a career transition. As a dedicated teacher, I understand the deep sense of purpose that comes with the job. However, there can come a time when we yearn for a change, seek new challenges, feel burnt out or just decide 'enough is enough'.Through this course, I will share valuable insights from my own path - from leaving teaching (twice) before transitioning into flexible working. The course will empower you to identify your strengths, explore various career pathways, and understand some of the diverse opportunities available in the professional world. A big part of the course is showing you what you already have and tapping into that.Together, we will delve into alternative careers such as instructional design, education consulting, edtech, curriculum development, and entrepreneurship within the education sector. As well as an exploration of all out transition away from teaching, we will also explore other options such as flexible working, side hustles and much more.By the end of this course, you will not only gain practical knowledge but also a confidence to embrace the next chapter of your professional life. Life doesn't end at teaching! Let's navigate this transition together and uncover the exciting possibilities that lie ahead, beyond the traditional confines of the classroom.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Why do teachers leave teaching?

Section 2: Should I leave teaching and what could I do next?

Lecture 3 My story - side hustles and flexible working

Lecture 4 Do you work in a toxic school?

Lecture 5 The Toxicity Radar - helping you evaluate where you currently work

Lecture 6 Transferable skills and confidence

Lecture 7 What do you enjoy? What are you good at? Creating an income stream

Section 3: Case Studies

Lecture 8 Manisha - setting up a tutoring business

Lecture 9 Max - Edtech Consultant

Lecture 10 Jack - Educational Resources provider

Lecture 11 Kiran - RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors)

Lecture 12 Dan - Amazon warehouse operative

Any teacher at any phase or level or context who is considering leaving the profession,Anyone in the process of leaving the teaching profession,Anyone who wants to explore leaving teaching