Jennifer Jeansonne
LinkedIn Magic for Educators on the Road to a New Career Adventure
All the cool kids and advice columns tell you that you need to use LinkedIn in your job search. Setting up or updating your LinkedIn...
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Terise Ryan
Dec 15, 20234 min read
From Earthquakes to Rumbles: How Mindfulness Provides Calm When Our World Shifts
From Oregon to New York, Greece to New Zealand, and pretty much anywhere across the globe, there are active fault lines which could shift...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Oct 18, 202313 min read
Former Teacher Turned Etsy Boss and CEO
From the classroom to CEO and Co-Owner of Studio Sisters. Today we’ll discuss one teacher's path to becoming a business owner, two big...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Oct 5, 202313 min read
Here's Why You Should Hire Teachers
When teachers look to leave the classroom and move into another career, it can be a challenge for them to convince an employer why they...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Sep 30, 202314 min read
Teachers Can Connect From a Different Angle
Teachers each have a passion beyond working with young people. Sometimes they may choose to focus on that passion and connect from a...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Sep 26, 202312 min read
Why Educators Bring the Best Skills and Knowledge to Social Impact Roles
During the COVID-19 pandemic the education system was pushed and tested like never before. We’ll discuss the new skills and knowledge...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Sep 24, 202311 min read
The Underappreciated, Underpaid, and Overworked Teacher Is Ready for Change
Teachers are often underappreciated in their communities. The lack of appreciation also transends into how they are valued in the...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Sep 23, 202312 min read
Prioritizing Family Over Work
It's not uncommon to know a married couple where both spouses are teachers. Dual educators know how challenging it can be to navigating...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Sep 17, 202315 min read
Art Teacher Turned Entrepreneur and CEO
Teachers are CEO's of their classroom. They wear many hats that allow them to be efficient, strategic decision makers and leaders. Learn...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Sep 15, 202318 min read
What Happens if I Leave the Salary and Benefits?
When considering a career change from teaching, one of the first worries teachers have is leaving a stable salary and benefits. Financial...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Sep 14, 202313 min read
But I Feel Guilty...If I Leave the Classroom
Experiencing the emotion of guilt when leaving the classroom is common for transitioning teachers. Guilt of abandoning one's calling and...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Sep 13, 202312 min read
Unpacking Teacher Grief Before, During, and After Teaching
Teachers spend a lot of time unpacking standards and running their classrooms. But what happens when they need to look inward to unpack...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Sep 10, 202312 min read
Support Systems and Career Grief When Leaving the Classroom
When deciding to make a career change, it is essential to have a solid support system. The individuals who support you can help you with...
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Ali Simon & JoDee Scissors
Aug 2, 202312 min read
Who Am I if I'm Not a Teacher?
Teachers are natural innovators, entertainers and problem solvers. They dream of growing old into the profession, teaching their kids...
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