The Teacher Career Coach Podcast
Daphne Gomez
The Teacher Career Coach Podcast was created to motivate, empower, and inspire educators to find happiness in their careers, whether inside or outside the classroom. Whether or not they are thinking of a career change from teaching, all educators will gain something from the honest discussions. Join us as we talk teacher burnout, career transitions, side-hustles for teachers, and everything in between!
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Feb 19, 2026 • 25min
61- 5 Ways A Career Hunt Is Like Dating
It’s time to start something new and fresh, to put yourself out on the market, and to try to attract something that’s a better fit for you. It can be both exciting and terrifying. In this episode of the Teacher Career Coach Podcast, I’m going to share five ways that your job search is similar to dating.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 15min
34 - Five Tips for Interviewing Outside of Teaching
This is a short-but-sweet episode is all about helping you navigate interviews outside of the classroom and in new positions. I answer some of the biggest questions you may have about preparing for an interview in an industry you are unfamiliar with.
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Jan 1, 2026 • 21min
206- Setting New Year Goals for an Uncertain Year
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Dec 18, 2025 • 35min
205- From Teaching to Program Management with Claire Leischer
Join us today as we chat with Claire, who is now a Program Manager. We learn about her duties in her role and how she got to where she is now. Hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 20, 2025 • 32min
204-Teaching in Higher Education with Charles Fournier
Join us today as we chat with Charles Fournier who is now teaching in higher education. We learn about what it is like, how it is different from K-12 and we discuss the ways education is changing in our current world. Hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 13, 2025 • 23min
203- How AI Is Changing the Job Market
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Nov 6, 2025 • 26min
202 - Productivity Strategies for When You're Already Running on Empty
Discover practical productivity strategies tailored for exhausted educators— from naming stressors and reframing self-talk to creating a step-by-step plan for leaving the classroom. Learn how to manage time wisely, prioritize tasks like networking and resume building, and make steady progress toward a fulfilling new career, even on empty. Perfect for teachers ready to reclaim their energy and future.
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Oct 23, 2025 • 29min
201- From Teacher to Trade Desk Consultant with Lauren Fulbright
Lauren Fulbright is a former teacher who is now a trade desk consultant. Join us today for discussion around her entry into sales to where she is now! Hope you enjoy!
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Oct 16, 2025 • 24min
200 - 5 Biggest Myths About Career Clarity
In today’s episode, I’m going over five of the biggest myths about career clarity that may be holding you back from your career transition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 10, 2025 • 26min
Ep 199 - What I Learned From Our 2025 Job Market Survey
Daphne shares the key findings from the 2025 Job Market Survey for transitioning teachers, featuring insights from 717 former educators. Learn what the data reveals about application numbers, salary trends, job security, and the most common career paths teachers are taking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
