
The Teacher Career Coach Podcast
Hosted by Elizabeth Suto. The Teacher Career Coach Podcast was created to motivate, empower, and inspire educators to find happiness in their careers, whether inside or outside the classroom. Whether or not they are thinking of a career change from teaching, all educators will gain something from the honest discussions. Join us as we talk teacher burnout, career transitions, side-hustles for teachers, and everything in between!
Latest episodes

Jan 6, 2022 • 47min
59 - Bonnie Hanks: From Teacher to Junior Frontend Developer
In this episode, I Interview the amazing Bonnie Hanks. After listening to the Teacher Career Coach Podcast, Bonnie ended up choosing a path she didn’t think she was capable of doing. Listen in as we chat all about her journey to becoming a Junior Frontend Developer.Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 30, 2021 • 34min
58 - How Fear Holds Us Back
In this podcast episode I want to talk all about how fear can control our lives and hold us back from being who we were meant to be. How fear stops us from living our best lives or growing or becoming the better, stronger versions of ourselves.I'll share my own story and identify three types of fears that many teachers thinking of leaving the classroom often struggle with and a few strategies you can use to battle these fears.Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 23, 2021 • 50min
57 - A Career in Sales Isn't Scary with Alexis Scott
As the manager of employer partnerships for Aspireship, Alexis Scott is a well-rounded sales leader with a diverse background of industry experience, which we're going to cover in this episode. Alexis has adopted and grown throughout her career, and she's the most passionate about supporting job seekers with career pivot advice, specifically those looking to get into sales. In this episode, we talk all about why a role in sales should not be scary.Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 9, 2021 • 45min
55 - Brittni Fisher: From Teacher To UX Designer
In this interview, I talk to Brittni Fisher. Brittni was a special education teacher for 6 years and a visual arts teacher for 3 years before career changing into the UX Design world! Listen in as she shared her advice for other teachers looking to break into the UX world.Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 3, 2021 • 44min
54 - Micala Quinn: Top Freelancing Roles For Teachers
In this episode, I interview freelancing expert Micala Quinn. Freelancing is one of my favorite ways to help you gain experience in a new role while earning income which can be a great stepping stone into a full-time career or even become a full-time career itself. Micala Quinn is a Kansas City mom, wife, former teacher, and current CEO solving the modern working mom dilemma. Listen to our interview as Micala talks about the top roles in freelancing for teachers.Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 25, 2021 • 58min
53 - Heather Gavrish: Working for Museums, Zoos, and Non-Profits
In this episode, I interview Heather Gavrish, an educator and mom, currently living in Minnesota. She has worked at a nonprofit in NH, a science museum in Australia, and a zoo in Minnesota, before her most recent job as a middle school science teacher for 3 years. We talk in detail about her work at museums and nonprofits and zoos, so this is a great interview for anyone interested in learning more about those specific paths.Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18, 2021 • 32min
52 - Breaking Your Teaching Contract
In this episode, I'm going to discuss the consequences around teachers breaking contract, weighing the pros and cons of leaving your teaching contract mid-year, and how to take the next steps. I'll also share some suggestions about resigning gracefully as well. Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 11, 2021 • 1h 3min
51 - Zia Hassan: Getting Your Loved Ones on Board
In this episode, I interview Zia Hassan. Zia’s an educator, life coach, tech consultant, and systems enthusiast. In our conversation, we focus on how to handle difficult conversations about finances and career changes. Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 4, 2021 • 32min
50 - Behind the Scenes with The Teacher Career Coach: Our 50th Podcast Episode
Reaching our 50th episode is a HUGE milestone that we couldn’t have done with you, our amazing audience. I'm so grateful for everybody who's listening because truly, we wouldn’t have made it this far without your support. I start this special episode off with a personal announcement, and then do a deep dive and answer some FAQ about the podcast.Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 28, 2021 • 46min
49 - Emily Maretsky: Should You Stay for Your Pension?
In this episode, I interview Emily Maretsky. Emily is a high school teacher and financial coach for educators, based in NYC. She's worked in public charter, and international schools in the US and abroad, as well as in the tech industry. Now she runs the @teacherfinancialcoach Instagram to teach teachers about personal finance.Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and into new careers: The Teacher Career Coach Course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices