Best Jobs for Retired Teachers

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Best Jobs for Retired Teachers

There are many advantages to pursuing a career in education, public or private. It is a field that provides practitioners the opportunity to have a real impact on the world we live in, to mold minds every day and empower students to thrive in the classroom and community. Educators also typically enjoy a marked camaraderie with their colleagues and the ability to access professional development that contributes to their personal growth and earning potential.

The education field also boasts of some of the youngest retirement ages in the country. Complete 30 years in California public education, for instance, and you can retire with full benefits while just in your early 50s. Given that, it’s not surprising many retired teachers seek out second careers with the capacity to keep them occupied and bring in additional income in those years leading up to 65. If you find yourself among that demographic, here are a few education-related career paths that might be just right for you.

Teacher to Tutor: Tutoring is easily one of the best jobs for retired teachers, as it enables them to draw on their experience, teaching skills and knowledge to help students on a one-on-one basis. Moreover, it provides the opportunity to continue positively impacting students’ lives without the stress that comes from running a classroom. And these days, tutoring jobs can be in-person or virtual.
Testing, Testing: One thing that hasn’t changed in American education is the desire to score well on standardized tests, particularly for students seeking admission to the nation’s most prestigious colleges and universities. Retired teachers can be particularly helpful as test prep instructors, helping students prepare to ace the SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT and others. In many cases, you can set your own schedule, and sessions can be held in one-on-one or classroom settings, as well as virtual.

The Ol’ College Try: Getting accepted into your preferred institution of higher education can be a major milestone in a student’s life. With top universities boasting low acceptance rates, it’s critical for college applicants to make the best impression possible. As a result, more and more are working with application and essay consultants to bolster their chance of success. Clients looking to hire a consultant may not know exactly what colleges or universities are looking for, but through your help they can learn and proceed in confidence knowing they are putting their best foot forward.

The Write Stuff: Retired English teachers will be glad to hear they possess the skills and experience it takes to be a successful writing coach. Working with one author’s project at a time, this role is much different than an editor, proofreader or ghost writer because, instead of focusing on the small details, the writing coach guides the overall process and provides direction when needed. The writing coach ensures deadlines are met and provides valuable feedback to the client-author.
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