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The Adventures After Teaching Podcast

Sharing inspirational stories from teachers who have chosen to walk away from classroom to successfully transition to a new career. Advice, tips and ideas for exhausted teachers who know there's a difference between "giving up" and "having had enough". Join me to explore all things teacher burnout, career and business coaching and get plenty of ideas for your very own adventure after teaching.

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The Adventures After Teaching Podcast

From Early Years Teacher to Youth Wellbeing Officer

November 28, 2023 • Joanne Howard • Season 3 • Episode 6

In this fascinating chat, Jo discovers how Michelle planned her exit from teaching by following her passion for outdoor learning. Michelle shares a lot of interesting information about becoming a Forest Schools Leader and how this allowed her to transition into her role of youth wellbeing officer for Wiltshire Wildlife Trust.

In this episode, we also explore:
- Following your passion to exit the classroom.
- Transferable skills gained from teaching.
- How to gain volunteering experience.
- Michelle's day to day.
- How to find a sense of belonging in a new team.
- Forest school training, resources and job opportunities.
- Michelle's top tips.

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

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