My husband just retired from over 30 years of teaching. He wants a career change. What can he do?

[JoeK]

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teachers are only good at one thing... being authority figures! They refine that quality throughout their teaching experience. If they get good at it, their students like them... (if their students don't like 'em, then the teacher may not be as good as they thought... kids are smart!)if he made it 30 years, he's probably great at advising and guiding & all that stuff... So..... We'll have to go with the "S" word, and he should be a salesman!!!The trick is to redefine his conotation for 'salesman' and change it from 'pushy little weasel' and let it become 'I know something you don't know... and you'll be better off if I help you understand!' Let's face it, he's been doing that 2nd definition for 30 years, so he's got a ton of experience.So, then what to sell? probably not computers, from what you wrote, and probably not real estate. If he gets into sales with any product or service that relates to the subjects he taught, then he'll probably get right into the flow.Taught math? sell insurance! Biology? work at the nursery... History? ...hmm... he'd know better than me...Don't underestimate the power of an experienced teacher when they turn to sales... it comes naturally to 'em.

[sportyone]

uh do what makes him happy.

[RachelS]

If he's been teaching for 30 years I would imagine he has good people skills and likes to be around people. Is he a talker? As a teacher, he was probably a good communicator. I would tell him not to dismiss the idea of sales. He may be thinking of sales as a person who knocks on doors with sweeper brushes. NOT SO! I've been in sales and retail for years and a good salesman spends almost all his or her time educating their customers. As a manager, I've had several retired teachers and substitute teachers work for me and they are absolutely the best at customer service and sales. They know how to present information without talking over people's heads - something they have developed as a teacher! They are not easily ruffled when customers are upset or something goes wrong - again, experience in the trenches of the classroom! I, myself, have a degree in secondary education. Since I chose to specialize in social studies - and didn't know how to coach football - I was unable to find work. I have been in retail sales and management for 20 years and find it suits me quite well. Teachers know how to manage time, respond calmly in emotional situations, present ideas, be enthusiastic about new programs, and are also fine merchandisers. (again, a skill not that unlike themed displays a teacher makes for the classroom!)I hope you're husband will reconsider going into sales. He can start by going to his favorite store and putting in an application. Does he like Home Improvement, Sports, Movies, Books, or Cars? Whatever his passion is, there is a store that caters to it. And he'll be able to talk to people all day about something he loves. I hope this helps. He certainly is lucky to have a second crack at a great career! Best Wishes!!

[heyteach]

What area did he teach in? Might want to work in it.He is simply going to have to develop a level of comfort with computers if he wants a good paying job. He could probably easily transition into an HR setting--be it with a company, a temp employment agency, or possibly a government position. He should be able to size folks up, get good answers, do research, etc.He might consider training. It's quite different from teaching--I know I've done both.He should consider a career aptitude test--would probably open his eyes to lots of possibilities. He could also enroll for one semester at a community college and take a career exploration course--they should do the testing but also be able to put him IN internships so he can see if he likes something.

[berichnwise]

Some ideas to earn extra money:1.Tutoring students2.Using skills you have3.MLM businessesThe best job one can have fulfilled these criteria:-Using the talents, skills-Having passion for it-Creating the difference in other people’s lives-Making unlimited moneyHave you heard of an internet business?Personally, I find that an internet business is an easy way to create a passive income because:1. Requires small to zero capital2. Gets started right away and easily3. Allows you to work from home or anywhere in the world as long as there is an internet connection4. Has unlimited potential to earn money5. No age or education requirements6. Doesn't need you to have to have a company7. You can help him too so it becomes a family businessWhat you need to do is to learn about the internet business as much as possible to discover whether it is for you and what your strategy is. There is free information around. Good luck.