You Can’t Coach Care: Christine Hayes on Hiring, Networking, and Finding Your “Fixer” Role November 4, 2023 | 38 min | K12 Stories< Return to All EpisodesShow Notes I’m so happy to share this conversation with my good friend and former colleague, Christine Hayes. Christine is a former middle school art teacher who has built an incredible career in edtech …
Beyond “Just a Teacher”: Stephen Guerriero on LinkedIn, Authenticity, and Life After 20 Years October 19, 2023 | 48 min | K12 Stories< Return to All EpisodesShow Notes In this episode, I talk with Stephen Guerriero, a former 6th-grade social studies teacher who, after 20 years in the classroom, built a new mini portfolio career. Stephen’s entry into teaching was …
Picking a Direction: Gerard Dawson’s Path from Teacher to EdTech October 10, 2023 | 49 min | K12 Stories< Return to All EpisodesShow Notes In this episode, I talk with Gerard Dawson, a former high school English teacher who took a unique and entrepreneurial path out of the classroom. Gerard’s journey is a powerful case study in how to leverage …
The Problem-Solver’s Path: Tia Carley on the “Perfect” EdTech Role for Teachers September 12, 2023 | 35 min | K12 Stories< Return to All EpisodesShow Notes In this episode, I talk with Tia Carley, a former preschool and Head Start teacher who found herself needing to leave the classroom. Her “why” was one that many teachers will understand: low pay …
From “Hand-Picked” Trainer to Director: Sarah McNeil’s “Moonlighting” Path to EdTech September 1, 2023 | 38 min | K12 Stories< Return to All EpisodesShow Notes In this episode, I talk with Sarah McNeil, a former teacher with the Los Angeles Unified School District who is now the Director of Consulting at Thinking Maps. Sarah’s transition story is unique and provides …
From Passionate User to Passionate Employee: Susan Norwood’s Membean Story August 26, 2023 | 40 min | K12 Stories< Return to All EpisodesShow Notes In this episode, I speak with Susan Norwood, a former 7-12th grade English teacher who, after 13 years, found herself facing burnout and anxiety. She knew she needed a change but wasn’t sure what her exit …
Proud Math Person: Reframing Teaching Skills for an EdTech Sales Career August 25, 2023 | 41 min | K12 Stories< Return to All EpisodesShow NotesJonathan Templin is a proud math person—a title he wears to encourage a positive growth mindset about the subject. A former math teacher, he believes every student can excel with the right help at the right …
The “One Foot In” Strategy: Jennifer Ellegood’s 18-Year EdTech Journey August 24, 2023 | 44 min | K12 Stories< Return to All EpisodesShow Notes In this episode, I’m thrilled to talk with Jennifer “Jenny” Ellegood. Jenny has been in the edtech space for 18 years and is currently the Partnership Engagement Director at Imagine Learning. At her core, she is …
You’re Already in Sales: How Teaching Prepares You for EdTech April 4, 2023 | 32 min | K12 Stories< Return to All EpisodesShow Notes In this episode, I speak with Rita Dawod, a former physics and science teacher who is now a Partnership Manager at NextWave STEM. Rita’s story is a powerful one for any teacher who loves the classroom …
