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A World of Difference: The Journey to a Community Education Role

May 20, 2025 • Joanne Howard • Season 5 • Episode 14

This week, we hear from the wonderful Selini, a former primary school teacher who has made an inspiring transition to become a Community Education Coordinator for a large international charity. Selini shares her journey out of the classroom and into a role that allows her to continue making a real difference in the world on a much wider scale.

As an Academy member, Selini embraced the support and resources available to explore new possibilities after feeling the need for a change from teaching. Now, she thrives in a dynamic, community-focused position where no two days are the same. She highlights the transferable skills from teaching that have been invaluable in her new career and expresses her joy in a role that truly aligns with her values.

In this episode, we also chat about:

Identifying your transferable skills
Exploring different career possibilities
Community facing roles
Aligning work to your personal values
The value of LinkedIn for career change
Embracing new adventures
Building confidence in a new career

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LinkedIn for Teacher Career Change

If you're looking for step-by-step support to find and secure a new job or start your own business, check out the Adventures After Teaching Academy which will help successfully you leave the classroom!