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SprainyJones t1_izzq6t1 wrote

I’m a high school math teacher looking to leave education. I look at my resume and it is all very specific to education, and math education in particular. I worry that I don’t have the skills on paper that employers are looking for, but I know I could do well in most jobs if given the chance. I have a masters in math, but I specialized in theory so I do not have the background to go into something like data science. What is my best hope for breaking out of education and into a field where there is potential for salary growth? I’m almost 42 and would prefer not to go back to school. I’m already over educated and have student debt. Thank you!

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hrmagnet OP t1_izzv9mn wrote

There are many jobs in most industries that only require a bach degree as the baseline education, with no preference for specialization.

You could still qualify for data science/data analytics jobs with just excel, and a bit of updating yourself online (eg Lynda) on R or python. It just depends on the learning curve you would be willing to put the effort in.

The main question is to find some areas you think you would be good in and try a few of those. Tailor your resume to a few different types, then adjust as you find out what you like/don't like. I have met some folks who were high school teachers that have turned into HR Training and Development Specialists, Meditators, and some who have worked as managers in government. In regards to jobs that work less with people, there is payroll and bookkeeping, although in some regions, you may need some certification/licensing (check your local postings to see), but generally those are considered easier to get into.

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