Thank you for the helpful advice! This video is a goldmine for teachers who are looking to switch careers. Your tips on avoiding these mistakes are invaluable.

Don't underestimate the power of a strong cover letter. Use it to explain your motivation for the career transition and how your teaching experience has prepared you for success in the new role. A well-crafted cover letter can make a significant difference in capturing the attention of potential employers.

Hats off to you... only a good human being can share so much❤❤

Mrs. Laura, thank you so much for the materials; I'm so grateful that I came across one of your "shorts" videos and subscribed to your channel; it is invaluable. Again thank you so much for the efforts you put into this, and god bless you 🥰

@laurarandazzo1158

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mouhammed! So glad you found my channel. :)

I let go after year two. I didn't get to experience a non-COVID year. I am struggling finding a new job outside of teaching and deal with guilt frequently for not contributing financially in my home. Thank you for this information and resources.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

I feel for you, Alex. Hoping the forms will boost your job search efforts. Whenever I feel guilt or indecision or start to mentally beat myself up about something, I try to flip that script and take action instead. Every drop of energy I spend dwelling is a moment I could be putting toward building something new. You can do this! You made it all the way through teacher college, so I know you can take on this challenge, too.

I can’t wait to be an educator! I’m going to be an education minor at Stanford next year :) can’t wait to join the field!

Fellow English teacjer here! I've always loved your TpT products, and you're still killing it! Thank you for this! You rock.

@laurarandazzo1158

Жыл бұрын

Hey, Danielle! Glad you found me here. Yeah, I've always liked making stuff. Can't imagine a time when my brain stops wanting to build.

I left teaching right before Christmas. I now work as an educational consultant for a school board and have never been happier. It can be done and I regret nothing! This is a great resource!

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Ooh...interesting! It definitely can be done. Thanks for this. ❤️

This was so great to listen to. I can tell you were a clear, authentic teacher. Thanks for putting this together!

I came the other way. I left a counseling career I was burning out in and started teaching. Coming from the business world I see lots of teacher burnout and empathize with them a lot. I wouldn't make it if this was my career, though it has been a nice transition for me personally as a third career shift. Previously in the counseling field, I see the isolation of teachers paired with the ever growing results driven expectations (and oh my the added work!!) and can understand how someone who has never done anything else would feel trapped. I have told several about this video. Much of my success came from your resources that first year and i thank you. Government run jobs are slow to change. I hope school systems develop plans not only to retain teachers but to support and care for them.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Gerald, for your kind words and thoughtfulness. I like the idea of different phases of our careers. Do the thing you enjoy until it's time for a new thing. Teachers are talented and have so many skills/gifts to share. Glad you've found your "for now" spot. Me, too.

Thank you! 15 year English teacher... applied to 4 jobs so far. Love the lingo translations! So helpful! That's been the biggest challenge, figuring out how my skills translate.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Happy to help, Hug! The translations page was my favorite one to build. Felt like creative writing with a practical application.

Glad you have found a job you love. Your tips are spot on. I had to use different lingo when I switched careers from insurance investigator to teacher. Glad to see you back creating videos.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

I'm never far away. 😉 Glad to see you here, too.

You are such a generous person. Thanks for continuing to pour into the lives of teachers. We need it. I’ve been teaching for 21 years (mostly gifted) and am thinking about my next move.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Lots of us are in the same boat. ❤️

Laura, Once again you deliver! I will definitely save this for the transition that is sure to come. On another note, just want to take this time to say a big "thank you" for your generosity and creativity of your resource/curriculum materials. I use them religiously and my scholars holistically out perform my District all the time!

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

That's so nice to hear, Janet! Love that my materials are working for you and your students. ❤️

Thank you Laura! I love your teaching materials and watch your videos when I feel the well is running dry. 25 years in with 5 to go. I’m not sure if leaving teaching for a new career path is feasible in terms of retirement, but I so appreciate your understanding and support. Few people understand the realities of what teachers face in this moment.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Happy to do it, Gretchen. I get it. The math needs to make sense before taking any next steps. Whether teachers decide to stay or go, I'm here for them all. Teachers = My people ❤️

I appreciate the resource. Thank you for being so giving!

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Sally. Thanks for walking this path with me. :)

Thank you for making this (and for making it FREE to us)! 💜

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome, Jessica! I've walked this path ahead of you and hopefully cleared the trail a bit. :)

Thanks for this!

Thank you so much for this! I really needed it!

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Briana. Hope the templates are useful. 😀

Looked at my pension statement today: 12 years to go . . . This video gives me a stress-busting "escape hatch" and I thank you for this!

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah...12 years is a long time, eh? Both of my parents died young, so I think I've become one of those life-is-too-short kind of people. When something makes me unhappy too many days in a row, I know it's time to set about changing it. Hope you're well and able to take the steps to make things better! ❤️

Hey from Knoxville! 24 years teaching high school English. Was thinking about leaving for a couple of years, but was scared. Last December, I started looking at what was out there. I honed in on instructional design, downloaded a bunch of free trial apps and taught myself a bunch of stuff, applied, got loads of rejection, and then landed a fantastic gig starting next month that pays more than I ever thought I could make. I was planning on hanging on for the rest of this semester, but left a week ago when my blood pressure was 178/114. That was after I had taken my BP meds that morning. I’m now on FMLA until my new job starts. The stress of it all had me cracking. It’s not worth it. And, yep, the lingo transition was difficult, but needed.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your new role, Jennifer! I'm so glad you were able to take action and make moves that'll keep you healthy while still helping others. Love that!

Thank you for the template and the encouragement. It’s a real burden lifter.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Happy to help! I'll always be here to help carry some of the weight. ❤️

You da best. Been taking a look at other positions.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Debbie! From the # of downloads, it looks like a lot of other teachers are also looking around. 👀

Thank you so very much! ❤

Thank you so much for this.!

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Tara! Glad you're here with me. :)

Love it. I transitioned out of teaching after 30 years of teaching (last December). I just started my new job. It feels good to start something entirely new even though it's taken me a couple of years to get there. Whether it'll be my ideal job, I don't know yet. But the fact that a new door opened and I'm getting some new experience feels so good. And I noticed that employers are very happy with our skills we gained as a teacher. I live in Europe but I'm sure it'll be the same in America!

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy you've landed in a good spot, Els. My new job has three other former teachers in the building and they are all incredible people and strong employees. Teachers are a catch! Just curious, what type of work are you doing now?

@elslangeveld2139

2 жыл бұрын

@@laurarandazzo1158 right now I’m working at a pension fund (I’m not sure that’s the right English word) as a custom service employer. I’m in training now. But I’ll be answering phonecalls about pensions (and retirement; unemployment). They asked me if I’m interested in giving trainings once I get to know the company better. But that won’t be in the first year.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

@@elslangeveld2139 Love it! I'm certain that once they discover your deep well of talents that they'll tap you to take on all sorts of extra interesting tasks. I can't wait to lead some tours/classes, too! :)

@elslangeveld2139

2 жыл бұрын

@@laurarandazzo1158 love your words 🥰 Thankyou!

@elslangeveld2139

2 жыл бұрын

@@laurarandazzo1158 thank you! Love your choice of words!!

Thank you!

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Karin. ❤️

Thank You Laura. I use your TPT daily. When you get bored will you make a new brain teaser? My kids love these. Also want to thank you for the help in Vocab. We are plugging the way.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Glad the materials are a fit. As for more brain teasers? Oof...I've made SIX volumes over the years and I'm not sure I have anymore puzzles in my gray matter. Maybe a class-wide daily Wordle would be good? I also like the NY Times' Spelling Bee.

Thank you. I’m scared. I’m devastated. I don’t know how I can make it. This will help.

@laurarandazzo1158

2 жыл бұрын

You're in my heart, Lauren. I'm also hoping this gives you a good foundation to start building what's next. ❤️

Great stuff! Any thoughts on the teacher project and/or creating a tutoring business (in-person or online)? I'm an Ontario Drama/English teacher who enjoys supply teaching and I'm looking to supplement my income. I have little interest in full time teaching positions because I get bored. I also love getting outside and hope to guide students on outdoor educational experiences. Thanks!

@laurarandazzo1158

11 ай бұрын

If you have the time and interest, my thoughts are that you should go for it! We need people in all sorts of roles helping all sorts of students.