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What are some alternatives to traditional teaching?

I was recommended to have a backup plan to teaching, or to use teaching as a secondary option. While I’m sure we’re all aware that teaching is hard these days and is only getting harder, What are some alternative uses I can implement my soon to be bachelors degree in education too?

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A. Michelle’s Answer

There are a number of jobs where you can leverage your education degree. Some corporations have learning and development staff, and your background would be a plus here. You could also focus on education in a non-school setting, such as a nonprofit tutoring or youth development organization. If you are open to teaching adults versus young people, consider adult literacy or employment training programs.
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RACHEL’s Answer

Earning a bachelor's degree in education is a great start for a teaching career path.
However, there are plenty of other opportunities, in a wide range of industries where a bachelor's degree in education offers a competitive advantage.

You can use your transferable skills from educating, teaching, and providing literacy to others.
It is a foundation for developing, assisting, and managing other work opportunties.

All in all you have many options.

Some examples include:
Education Consultant, Literacy Coach, Principal, Preschool Director, Social Work, Human Services, Libraries, Tutoring, Guidance Counselor, Campus Recruiter, Resident Manager, Corporate Trainer, Human Resources Specialist, Career Counselor, Adult Education Instructor, Instructional Designer, and more.

RACHEL recommends the following next steps:

Utilize your transferable skills.
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Becky’s Answer

After earning my bachelor's degree, I found myself working in a field that didn't directly relate to my studies. However, my degree was the key that unlocked the entry-level position, and my hands-on experience enabled me to navigate and progress within the industry, and even branch out into others as they expanded. For anyone with a college degree, a world of opportunities awaits. A degree is more than just a certificate; it's a testament to your determination to embark on and complete substantial, long-term endeavors. It's proof that you can absorb and utilize new knowledge, and it demonstrates your eagerness to learn. Many corporations offer training schemes designed to equip college graduates with the additional skills they need to thrive within their establishments.

Since you've mentioned an education degree, I'm guessing you're on your way to becoming a K-6 education generalist, Special Education generalist, Bilingual educator, or possibly a kinesiologist, as is often the case in most Texas universities where advanced teaching degrees require specialization in a specific field, complemented by a minor in Education. That being said, if you wish to put to good use the knowledge you've gained during your education degree, there's a multitude of opportunities beyond the conventional K12 environment for an elementary generalist, including virtual teaching or teaching abroad. As a special education generalist, your skills could be invaluable in advocating for children in both public and private sectors. As a bilingual educator, your language expertise could be a major asset in any job requiring fluency in the languages you've mastered. And as a kinesiologist, you could find opportunities in community sports programs, health services, and even potentially transition into fields like physical therapy, sports management, law, and others with further education.

Here's wishing you the best of luck as you embark on your next career journey.
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Alan’s Answer

Others that weren't included were speech and language therapist, art therapist, music therapist and curriculum specialist.
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