45 episodes
Leaving the Classroom: A Teacher Transition Podcast IDOL courses
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5.0 • 33 Ratings
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This podcast is for teachers ready to transition out of the classroom and into a new career. Each week, I will share stories about what I have learned moving from education to the corporate world. I will answer the most common questions and share my best tips to help you get started! If you are considering leaving the classroom, this show is for you!
Kristi Oliva is a Learning Program Manager for Worldwide Customer Service Assessment Strategy at Amazon. She drives a global program to design high-quality assessment methods that correlate with performance-based business solutions. A successfully transitioned teacher, Kristi is also a Guest Faculty Member and Mentor for IDOL courses, where she has helped hundreds of professionals enter the instructional design field by providing group mentoring and one-on-one coaching.
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Leaving the Classroom 45: Former Teacher Turned Holistic Wellness Curator with Kim Brooks
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Leaving the Classroom 44: How to be Financially Prepared to Leave the Classroom with Chris Shamblin Former Teacher Turned Financial Advisor
In this episode, Kristi Oliva interviews former teacher Chris Shamblin about transitioning out of the classroom and preparing financially. Chris shares his journey of leaving the classroom after experiencing burnout and wanting more fulfillment in his career.
Kristi Shares:
- Her experience with burnout leading her to leave the classroom after 15 years of teaching.
- The toxic culture in education that discourages self-care and leads teachers to believe they won't succeed outside of teaching.
- The importance of asking for help when transitioning careers and not being afraid to admit what you don't know.
Connect with Chris on LinkedIn
Are you looking for a no-nonsense formula for creating engaging courses and training? Check out my new book, The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learners (IDOLs) on Amazon. -
Leaving the Classroom 43: Matt Gjertsen ID Hiring Manager
In this episode, Matt Gjertsen, former Air Force pilot and owner of Better Every Day Studios, shares advice for transitioning teachers looking to become instructional designers.
Tune in to hear:
Advice for interviewing successfully and highlighting one's skills in a resume
Tips for standing out in a competitive job market and creating an effective portfolio
How to ask the right questions in an interview to determine career growth opportunities
Connect with Matt on LinkedIn
Are you looking for a no-nonsense formula for creating engaging courses and training? Check out my new book, The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learners (IDOLs) on Amazon. -
Leaving the Classroom 42: Molly Schloesser Former Teacher
In this episode of the Leaving the Classroom podcast, host Kristi Oliva interviews former teacher Molly Schloesser about making the transition from her career in education to new opportunities outside of the classroom. Molly shares her experiences teaching third grade for several years and deciding to pursue a change, as well as her ongoing job search as she works to transition into a new role in customer success or account management.
On this episode Kristi shares:
Molly's journey from teaching third grade to working as an educational consultant for an edtech startup and then being laid off after eight months.
The challenges Molly faced in her initial job search after leaving teaching, applying to over 100 jobs before landing interviews and second rounds.
Molly's goals to transition from sales roles to customer success or account management and her long-term interests in business development while acknowledging the importance of gaining experience first. -
Leaving the Classroom 41: Former Teacher Turned Instructional Designer with Sarah Bainter
In this episode of Leaving the Classroom, former teacher Sarah Bainter discusses her journey from the classroom to a career in instructional design. She shares her experience going through IDOL courses Academy and now working as an instructional designer. Sarah reflects on translating her teaching skills to her new role and the differences between developing content for children and adults.
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Leaving the Classroom 40: You Don't Need Another Degree
In this episode, Kristi Oliva shares her journey transitioning from teaching to a career in instructional design. She discusses initially pursuing a master’s degree with the goal of becoming a professor. Kristi highlights how she discovered IDOL Academy and gained far more practical skills and knowledge applicable to her new career through their program compared to her master’s degree.
Customer Reviews
Perfect for a transitioning teacher
This podcast is an easy listen. The quick tips and short format give teachers a digestible way to learn tangible ways to leave the classroom.
Must Listen For Teachers
Great listen for all teachers thinking about making the move to a new career! Great tips, real life experience and guest episodes.
The Real Real for Transitioning Teachers
This a great podcast for transitioning teachers or teachers thinking about making a career change. Kristi does a great job explaining why teachers are leaving the classroom in these short episodes and why these things we are seeing aren’t normal or healthy. I’m a new IDOL course member for many of the reasons she outlines on her show.