Howdy Ags!

I'm a 13-year educator in DFW exploring a transition into the corporate world. I truly enjoy teaching and mentoring students, but after years of flat compensation and rising costs, I need to pursue a path that better supports my family long-term.

My background includes designing and delivering instruction, coaching and mentoring, building programs from the ground up, presenting daily to diverse audiences, and using data to drive performance improvement. I previously worked in the economic development field at the state level.

I'm likely best aligned with Learning & Development / Corporate Training roles where I can apply that experience to employee growth and organizational impact. I'm also open to other opportunities and industries.

A few logistics: Located in West Plano; Open to North Dallasarea commute (not Fort Worth); Available late May at the earliest, August at the latest; Not interested in commission-only roles

If you know of opportunities or would be open to a conversation, I'd appreciate it. Happy to share my resume - gvine07@gmail.com

Thanks and Gig 'em!

Couldn't DM you. Former teacher/coach in the DFW and I left about 18 months ago. Shoot me a text at (210) 313-4704 and let's connect.

I am in the Baytown/Houston area. I have 15 years and a PhD in education. I need a break. I've been working in administration, and I'm ready to transition into a corporate role. Any advice/assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thx and Gig 'Em!

I am in the same boat. Teacher/coach for 17 years. Located in the Temple/Belton/Killeen area. To be honest I love coaching, but the time involved and away from my family, for the compensation is starting to not make sense. Looking for any advice.

Thanks

Totally get you guys above. I left about 15 months ago and do not regret it. Happy to share what I learned during my process of leaving and help anyway I can.

why would you do that OP? Corporate America is not a good place it will suck the soul from your body.

cevans_40 said:

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HoustonAggie11 said:

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why would you do that OP? Corporate America is not a good place it will suck the soul from your body.

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LOL. So like teaching but with better hours and pay.

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you work in corp America? Want better pay better know how to brown nose and the play the game(see the soul sucking part) hours good luck with that if you get a crappy boss, and wont' get summers off.

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HoustonAggie11 said:

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cevans_40 said:

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HoustonAggie11 said:

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why would you do that OP? Corporate America is not a good place it will suck the soul from your body.

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LOL. So like teaching but with better hours and pay.

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you work in corp America? Want better pay better know how to brown nose and the play the game(see the soul sucking part) hours good luck with that if you get a crappy boss, and wont' get summers off.

LOL

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As if thats any different from education? If I read the OP correctly, he/she has experience coaching. That means no summer's off and probably averages well over 60 hours a week. Atleast thats what it is for me. Sometimes I miss my old job but I chose to work with my kids.

cevans_40 said:

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HoustonAggie11 said:

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cevans_40 said:

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HoustonAggie11 said:

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why would you do that OP? Corporate America is not a good place it will suck the soul from your body.

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LOL. So like teaching but with better hours and pay.

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you work in corp America? Want better pay better know how to brown nose and the play the game(see the soul sucking part) hours good luck with that if you get a crappy boss, and wont' get summers off.

LOL

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As if thats any different from education? If I read the OP correctly, he/she has experience coaching. That means no summer's off and probably averages well over 60 hours a week. Atleast thats what it is for me. Sometimes I miss my old job but I chose to work with my kids.

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Well generally you don't' get laid off as a teacher, in Corp America they will cut your ass with one bad earnings report, idk I just think corporate America is a good place overall.

HoustonAggie11 said:

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HoustonAggie11 said:

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cevans_40 said:

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HoustonAggie11 said:

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why would you do that OP? Corporate America is not a good place it will suck the soul from your body.

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LOL. So like teaching but with better hours and pay.

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you work in corp America? Want better pay better know how to brown nose and the play the game(see the soul sucking part) hours good luck with that if you get a crappy boss, and wont' get summers off.

LOL

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As if thats any different from education? If I read the OP correctly, he/she has experience coaching. That means no summer's off and probably averages well over 60 hours a week. Atleast thats what it is for me. Sometimes I miss my old job but I chose to work with my kids.

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Well generally you don't' get laid off as a teacher, in Corp America they will cut your ass with one bad earnings report, idk I just think corporate America is a good place overall.

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Bro, one bad season or just a season where you piss off the wrong parent because you don't play their kid who can't walk and chew gum at the same time and you looking for a new job in education/coaching. Every job has it's issues but public education has to be among the top 5 worst professions. Crappy pay, terrible public perception, and zero chance for advancement.

HoustonAggie11 said:

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why would you do that OP? Corporate America is not a good place it will suck the soul from your body.

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I used an inflation calculator and found out I make 14% less than I did in 2009.I didn't sign up to be a teacher to get rich, but I didn't realize that I would be making less and less each year. If I moved into an Assistant Principal role next year my pay would be the same as it was in 2009 (after inflation).


Today I have a wife, 2 kids, 2 dogs, and a house. My wife has a great job but costs are going up. I need something that will at least grow with inflation each year. I can't afford to make less in another 17 years.

HoustonAggie11 said:

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Well generally you don't' get laid off as a teacher, in Corp America they will cut your ass with one bad earnings report, idk I just think corporate America is a good place overall.

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Here's an observation - I know dozens of teachers that have left education in the last 5 years. Any of them can get a new teaching job basically anywhere they want today. Zero have returned to teaching.

Teaching has it's advantages, but don't discount the disadvantages.