Calendar of Events

From Teacher to WGU Program Mentor: 
Leveraging Teaching Skills to Guide Higher Ed Learners

with Lori Cortinas

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Thursday, June 26, 2025
7:00pm Eastern / 4:00pm Pacific

Interested in supporting adult learners on their educational journey?  


Your teaching background could be a great match for mentoring in higher education! 


Join us as we hear from Lori Cortinas a former teacher who now works as a Program Mentor at Western Governors University. Lori will share how she made the transition, describe her day-to-day responsibilities, and highlight the skills that made the shift from teaching to mentoring a natural fit. She’ll also offer advice for breaking into this rewarding career. 


Don’t miss this chance to learn how your teaching experience can help you thrive as a WGU Program Mentor! 

30 Jobs in 30 Minutes

with Lisa Harding

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Saturday, June 28, 2025
10am Eastern / 7am Pacific

If you’re ready to leave the classroom but have no idea what careers are out there—or where to even start—this webinar is for you!

This fast-paced, fun, and information-packed session will help you uncover options you didn’t even know existed.

You’ll get a rapid-fire rundown of 30 careers former teachers have transitioned into!

For each role, you’ll learn:

🔍 What the job involves

🛠️Which of your transferable skills align

🌟The interests and strengths suited for this role

💵 The average U.S. salary range

💡 But there’s more! 💡 Before jumping into the 30 jobs in 30 minutes, we’ll take some time to lay the groundwork by helping you identify your transferable skills—an essential step to understanding how your teaching experience can open doors to new opportunities.

So, despite the fun catchy title, please plan for 45 minutes of inspiration, insight, and a fast track to finding your future career.

How to Start Your Teacher Career Transition

with Lisa Harding

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Saturday, July 5, 2025
10am Eastern / 7am Pacific

Are you an educator dreaming of a career change but feeling stuck on where begin? You’re not alone! Many teachers struggle with questions like:

🌟What other careers would be a good fit for me?
🌟Will I be able to make enough money and enjoy what I do?
🌟How do I effectively position my current skill set for a new job?
🌟How do I get started with all of this?

Don’t miss this chance to see how your teaching experience can open doors to a rewarding career in instructional design!
Join certified Career Coach Lisa Harding for a transformative FREE 1-hour coaching call designed specifically for educators like you. In this interactive session, Lisa will guide you step-by-step through the early stages of your career transition, helping you break down the overwhelming process into manageable actions.

You’ll leave with a personalized blueprint tailored to your unique skills and aspirations, empowering you to explore various career paths that resonate with your interests and values.


During the session, you will:

🌟Identify your unique transferable skills and learn how to communicate them effectively to potential employers.
🌟Discover a range of career options that could be a perfect fit for you.
🌟Gain clarity and confidence about your next steps in the job search journey.
🌟Get the ball rolling on your own success story!

Say goodbye to uncertainty and hello to a world of possibilities!

Group Coaching Call:
Strategic Summer Networking—How to Build Genuine Connections and Open Doors

with Marcia Wall

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Academy Members Only

Academy Members Only

Wednesday, July 9, 2025
8:00pm Eastern / 5:00pm Pacific

Attendees will be able to share video and audio to work directly with the coach in this intimate group coaching session.

Each coaching session starts with a theme that the coach will discuss for approximately 10 minutes - and then the floor will be open to any questions you have about your career transition.

No matter where you are on your journey, bring your questions and prepare to learn from the coach and your peers.

Crafting a Winning Resume

For career transitioning teachers

with Lisa Harding

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Saturday, July 12, 2025
10am Eastern / 7am Pacific

Are you a teacher feeling stuck trying to create a corporate resume that truly stands out? Transitioning from the classroom to the corporate world can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re not sure how to translate your teaching experience into corporate value.

Join career coach Lisa Harding, with 15+ years of experience recruiting teachers for corporate roles, for a live resume workshop designed specifically for you!

What You'll Get:
  • Downloadable Resume Template: All attendees will receive a downloadable Plug-n-Play resume template.
  • Step-by-Step Guidance: Our coach will walk you through each section of your resume, so you know exactly what to do.
  • Insider Advice: Gain valuable insights about the job market and strategies to get noticed.

In addition, during this workshop, you'll learn:

🌟 The 4 biggest resume myths – and what actually gets you hired
🎯 How to transform your teaching experience into corporate value
🔍 Behind the scenes on how recruiters actually scan resumes
🤖 How to use AI to help (without sounding like a robot!)
🔑 The secrets of today’s job market that will give you an edge

Don’t miss this opportunity to revolutionize your resume and jumpstart your career transition.

Clear your calendar, sign up early, and join us live—your new career awaits!

*We anticipate this event filling up quickly – make sure you arrive 5 minutes early to guarantee your spot.

Career Transition PLC Meeting

with Meagan Johnson

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Academy Members Only

Academy Members Only

Tuesday, July 15, 2025
8:00pm Eastern / 5:00pm Pacific

These meetings are designed exclusively for Academy members, giving you the chance to talk to fellow peers and seasoned mentors about your career transition.


  • Connect & Converse: Chat with peers in similar career transitions, build relationships, and foster a sense of community.
  • Engage & Evolve: Discuss current achievements and challenges, set future goals, and support others in their career transition journey.
  • Maximize Academy Advantages: Understand the capabilities of the Teacher Career Transition Academy, guaranteeing a worthwhile investment of both time and resources.

4 Simple Steps to Change Careers for Teachers 

with Lisa Harding

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Saturday, July 19, 2025
10am Eastern / 7am Pacific

Making a career change can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be.

In this session, you’ll learn the exact 4-step process thousands of teachers are using to transition into new roles beyond the classroom. Whether you're just starting to explore your options or ready to take action, this session will walk you through the practical steps you need to take—and in the right order.

You'll leave with a clear playbook you can follow, designed specifically for teachers. No more guessing what to do next. No more trying to piece together advice from random sources. Just a proven framework that works.

And because leaving teaching is more than just a professional shift—we’ll also talk about what to expect emotionally, and how to move forward with clarity and confidence.

In this Coaching Session, you’ll learn:

✅ What steps to take to change careers—and when to take them

✅ How to avoid the most common mistakes teachers make when changing careers

✅ What real progress looks like at each stage of the career change process

✅ How to use your teaching skills to land a new role with confidence

Group Coaching Call:
Live Resume Reviews
Get Help on Yours—or Just Listen In

with Reba Matthews

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Academy Members Only

Academy Members Only

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
8:00pm Eastern / 5:00pm Pacific

Attendees will be able to share video and audio to work directly with the coach in this intimate group coaching session.

Each coaching session starts with a theme that the coach will discuss for approximately 10 minutes - and then the floor will be open to any questions you have about your career transition.

No matter where you are on your journey, bring your questions and prepare to learn from the coach and your peers.

LinkedIn 101: For Career Transitioning Teachers

with Lisa Harding

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Saturday, July 26, 2025
10am Eastern / 7am Pacific

If you're a teacher even thinking about leaving the classroom, chances are you’ve heard “You need to be on LinkedIn”.

 

From the first spark of curiosity to landing interviews, LinkedIn has the potential to open doors at every stage of your career journey—if you know how to harness it properly.

 

But if you’re like most teachers, you’re wondering: where do I even start?

 

Join former EdTech CEO and certified career coach, Lisa Harding, as she guides you step-by-step through building a strong LinkedIn profile—and shows you how to use this powerful tool strategically at every stage of your teacher career transition.

 

Join us to learn:

Why every transitioning teacher needs a LinkedIn profile (even if you’re not job searching yet)
How to create a compelling profile step-by-step (even if you don’t know what career is next)
What to say in your headline, About section, and experience
How to avoid raising red flags with your current employer
The #1 mistake most teachers make on LinkedIn—and how to avoid it
And what to do after you set up your profile so you’re not stuck wondering, “Now what?” 

 

🎯 By the end of the session, you’ll have a professional, personalized LinkedIn profile—and know exactly how to keep building from there.

 

You don’t need the perfect plan. You just need to get started.

This session is where that begins.

 

🌟 BONUS: All attendees will get a set of editable LinkedIn banners made just for teachers like you—plus a few extra goodies to help your profile stand out as you start your journey beyond the classroom.

Group Coaching Call:
Navigating Emotional Ups & Downs of a Career Change

with Marcia Wall

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Academy Members Only

Academy Members Only

Monday, August 4, 2025
8:00pm Eastern / 5:00pm Pacific

Attendees will be able to share video and audio to work directly with the coach in this intimate group coaching session.

Each coaching session starts with a theme that the coach will discuss for approximately 10 minutes - and then the floor will be open to any questions you have about your career transition.

No matter where you are on your journey, bring your questions and prepare to learn from the coach and your peers.

Group Coaching Call:
Ways to Use AI to Support Your Career Change

with Shannon Schwaebler

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Academy Members Only

Academy Members Only

Monday, June 16, 2025
8:00pm Eastern / 5:00pm Pacific

Attendees will be able to share video and audio to work directly with the coach in this intimate group coaching session.

Each coaching session starts with a theme that the coach will discuss for approximately 10 minutes - and then the floor will be open to any questions you have about your career transition.

No matter where you are on your journey, bring your questions and prepare to learn from the coach and your peers.

Beyond the Classroom Masterclass

How to Successfully Navigate Your Career Transition

with Lisa Harding

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Saturday, May 3, 2025
10am Eastern / 7am Pacific

Learn the 4-step process that teachers, just like you, are using to streamline their career transition without hiring expensive career coaches, feelings of immense guilt, or reinventing the wheel. 

In this free webinar, you will learn:

  • The 4-Step process needed to go from the classroom to career you’ll thrive in
  • The #1 reason teachers struggle changing careers, and how to avoid it
  • The most critical skill to “upskill”- no matter which career is next for you
  • 7 free tools to help you decide your next career
  • What you didn’t know, you didn’t know about interviewing
  • How to identify your market value in your next career

Informational Interviews:
Opening Doors Beyond the Classroom

with Marcia Wall 

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Tuesday, April 15, 2025
7pm Eastern / 4pm Pacific

Thinking about a career beyond teaching but unsure where to start? Informational interviews—also known as coffee chats—are one of the most powerful tools for career changers, helping you gain insider knowledge, make valuable connections, and uncover hidden job opportunities.

This exclusive coaching call is designed for members of the Teacher Career Transition Academy, but we’re opening up free access to the live session for non-members! If you join us live, you'll not only get expert coaching but also a companion workbook and extra goodies to help you take action immediately.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

Why informational interviews are a game-changer for transitioning teachers

How to find and reach out to the right people (step-by-step LinkedIn tutorial included!)

Done-for-you message templates to confidently send outreach messages

How to prepare and what to ask—including a question framework based on different scenarios

Best practices for building relationships that can lead to job referrals

How to leverage your new connections to open doors to opportunities

If you can attend live, this session is completely free!

The recording will be made available to members of the Teacher Career Transition Academy.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain clarity, build confidence, and take your job search to the next level.

Teacher Career Transition Virtual Summit 

Saturday, June 14, 2025, 11am Eastern / 8am Pacific

Learn the 4-step process that teachers, just like you, are using to streamline their career transition without hiring expensive career coaches, feelings of immense guilt, or reinventing the wheel. 

In this free webinar, you will learn:

  • The 4-Step process needed to go from the classroom to career you’ll thrive in
  • The #1 reason teachers struggle changing careers, and how to avoid it
  • The most critical skill to “upskill”- no matter which career is next for you
  • 7 free tools to help you decide your next career
  • What you didn’t know, you didn’t know about interviewing
  • How to identify your market value in your next career