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Freelancer Life in EdTech: Caffeine, Deadlines, and the Occasional Panic Attack

I absolutely love my life as a freelance contractor! Working with some of the top edtech companies allows me to travel across the country, meet incredibly dedicated educators, and continue contributing to the educational system that has been a significant part of my life. However, while I thoroughly enjoy my chosen path as a self-employedContinue reading “Freelancer Life in EdTech: Caffeine, Deadlines, and the Occasional Panic Attack”

Three Lessons I Learned the Hard Way: Contracting for Multiple EdTech Companies

I absolutely love being a contractor for some of the best EdTech companies out there! I’ve had the opportunity to travel across the USA, exploring cities and towns I’d never visited before, and I’ve met educators from various school systems, both large and small. Making an impact on students’ lives has been incredibly rewarding. However,Continue reading “Three Lessons I Learned the Hard Way: Contracting for Multiple EdTech Companies”

My Biggest “Oops” Moment as a Self-Employed Educational Contractor (And What I Learned!)

When I started my journey as a self-employed educational consultant and contractor, I had no idea what I was doing! I knew I wanted the freedom to create my own schedule and avoid working full-time for any one company that would require 40 hours a week. I was aiming for the retired (or semi-retired) life!Continue reading “My Biggest “Oops” Moment as a Self-Employed Educational Contractor (And What I Learned!)”

Inspiration Comes Through Podcasts!

I love podcasts! I listen to them when I exercise and when I drive. They are a source of entertainment, education and inspiration. Making the change from a career teacher into a new field is daunting. I know that when I started the process, I felt very alone. I worried that I wasn’t qualified forContinue reading “Inspiration Comes Through Podcasts!”

Stepping Out!

During the past 30 years, I’ve really focused on my career in teaching. I honestly never really wanted to do anything else. Not only did I love the kids, but I truly enjoyed the challenge of desegregating data, creating learning plans to focus on specific learning targets, creating innovative lessons and successfully juggling several challengesContinue reading “Stepping Out!”