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Careers for Moms – Teaching

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This post is sponsored by Kaplan, all opinions are entirely mine.

Teaching can be one of the most rewarding careers for moms, because it blends so well with busy family life. I spent almost 10 years teaching  children in preschool and elementary schools before becoming a stay at home mom and they were years full of joy, excitement, and fulfillment. So many of the skills I used in the classroom helped me in my parenting over the last 14 years and I see many women who’d make exceptional educators using the skills they’ve acquired through mothering.

There are many great careers For moms to consider. Teaching in particular can be a perfect way to blend work and motherhood and you can get a degree online.

Teaching can be an excellent occupation, especially for mothers looking to re-enter the workforce. After taking several years “off”, although we all know there really is no “down time” when you’re a mom, I’ve had several friends choose to pursue full time jobs outside the home or head back to school themselves. Entering the field of education can be a wonderful career for moms that gives them the opportunity to impact the world and use strategies present in everyday parenting.

Teaching provides several benefits for moms

Better Schedule

One of the chief concerns for any woman working outside of the home is finding quality, competent childcare for her children. One of the big benefits of a teaching career is that large blocks of time out of school, like Summer, Christmas or Spring Break, are also times when teachers are out of school so additional, costly childcare is unnecessary. There is also the advantage, in elementary settings, of having your child attend the same school that you’re employed at and therefore alleviate the need for before/after care for young kids. It’s a definite advantage, having a vacation and daily schedule matching your children’s.

Deeper Understanding

With a background in the field of education, you’re better equipped to understand the principles behind the curriculum and how it is chosen for your child. You get the “inside track” on the best ways to help kids learn and grow and are able to help your own children master difficult subject areas. You’ll have an increased knowledge of testing practices and current educational hot topics.

Stronger Bond

Being able to spend more time with your kids, traveling to and from school, and at school wide events provides additional opportunities for interaction. A sense of community and a deep connection between home and school life is fostered when a parent works at a child’s school. As a parent, you’re able to form relationships with your family’s teachers and provide additional support for school endeavors.

Wider Impact

All mothers are concerned with the culture that their children are growing up in and the world they’ll inherit. Teaching is a tangible way to truly impact future generations and ultimately the world. The hours a teacher spends pouring into young lives are never wasted and are part of bringing new ideas and change to the world. When a mother is also a teacher, she is helping shape the world her children and grandchildren will inherit.

Wouldn’t you agree that when it comes to careers for moms, teaching offers a wide variety of benefits?  If you were thinking about pursuing teaching, are you’re wondering what your next step should be? Maybe you have a degree in another field and are ready to change careers, maybe you never had the opportunity to complete your degree or start college, now is your time!

One of the advantages of living in the the 21st Century is the ability to attend school right from the comfort of your own home. Busy women can take online courses and continue their education while their children are at school or in the evenings at home, eliminating the need to pay for additional childcare. Kaplan University has a solid educational program for women looking to expand their career choices without sacrificing all of their precious family time. Using an online format, time is saved in transportation to and from a campus, the hours are flexible, and there is more individual interaction with professors.
Kaplan University has a fantastic tool to help you identify where you may fit in the wide field of education. This Virtual Advisor  is a quick, simple way for you to see all the opportunities available and help you decide if a career as a teacher or curriculum developer is in your future. Be sure to utilize the free and easy Virtual Advisor and you just may be heading back to school alongside the kids!

About Michelle Myers

Michelle Myers is mom to four kiddos ranging from elementary thru high school, each with strong opinions and a flair for the dramatic. In other words, they're a lot like her. Former educator and lover of learning, she divides her time between carpool and Starbucks by reading voraciously and giving TED talks to herself at red lights. A Floridian for almost 40 years, Michelle loves the beach, making people laugh, and date nights with her hubby of 25 years...and yeas, they clearly married at age 7.
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Comments

  1. Stacy says

    Going back to college and getting all three certifications required in order to apply to become an FLVS or Polk Virtual teacher would be cool…..but can’t afford it.

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  3. Meagan says

    So true and such great information! Kids really do learn from their parents, especially when they have an education themselves. I love that there are so many great opportunities now for moms to get their degrees and higher degrees too. I’ve thought about getting a masters myself. It really can encourage your kids to work harder and they learn so much from your knowledge too. I think it’s a great way to help kids excel in the classroom.

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  5. Debra says

    My husband was a school teacher for three years and we actually saw him less than we did now because he had so much grading and such to do…. It is an amazing profession but I understand why people leave it!

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  11. FabEllis says

    I totally agree with you! Teaching is a fabulous career for moms. My mother, although not a teacher, worked in the school system and her schedule as well as the environment as a whole just provided a lot of benefits for her raising me, especially since she did it on her own.

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  13. Pam says

    I’ve been a teacher for 7 years and I’m looking forward to continuing even after I have kids. I feel that it’s a great career to have as a mom for a variety of reasons. 🙂

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  15. Jamie @ Coffee With Us 3 says

    Teaching definitely does seem to coincide well with mothering. Once your kids are in school, you can work the same hours they go to school, and that’s nice. For me, it’s not a profession currently, though I am homeschooling my kids 😉

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  20. Tiffani says

    My mother was a teacher & school counselor throughout our school years so we always went to school with her. She knew the ins & outs of the educational system, was able to keep an eye on us & gave us a quiet place to do our homework…in her classroom. I was a School Counselor for years before I became a SAHM & I truly miss it. Now that my kids are older I am always thinking of how I can get back into the field. Teaching is a career that truly benefits the academic & social growth of your kids….now if only the pay reflected the efforts teachers put into their profession. Great post & loved the Kaplan link….will have to check that out, too.! 🙂

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  22. Valerie@Occasionally Crafty says

    I actually let my certificate expire and will be working to renew it over the next year or so. It is the only thing I will consider doing now that my kids are in school because I think it’s just as important for me to be home when they are home now that they are older, as it was when they were little. Teaching is the only way to make that possible 🙂 Great points!

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