Welcome,
Teacher Friend.

How I Got Here...

Embarking on my journey as a Teach For America teacher, I was filled with enthusiasm and a sense of purpose. Little did I know, I was about to dive DIRECTLY into the deep end of challenges that educators have faced for years. Grappling with long work hours and a limiting work environment, it felt nearly impossible to find time for myself let alone explore career growth opportunities.

Despite the hurdles, I soldiered on - I spent several years teaching at my first school, created innovative technology solutions for my kiddos, worked tirelessly to "change the trajectory" of my students' academic lives and battled politics every step of the way.

Instead of leaving teaching after those formative years, I decided to try my hand at teaching in a different district to gain a more complete picture of the varying quality of education in different zip codes. After learning a tremendous amount and earning my "highly effective teacher" distinction (while getting hit with a pay cut at the same time...ohhh, education), I realized it was time for me to step out and carve my own unique career path. Here are the 10 things that happened to me when I quit teaching.

I went from teaching 85 students a year to working on teams that served over 12,000,000 students. I've worked for startups, mid-sized companies, and one of the world's heaviest hitters in educational publishing. I've started two of my own companies and am living my best life.

Why I Do This Work

Yes, this is a business. Yes, I sell things. Yes, I'm proud and deeply grateful to earn a living doing so. But you should know the vast majority of this creative work is offered to you 100% free of charge.

As a former educator myself, I understand the challenges that come with stepping out of the classroom. When I left teaching, I was nearly broke and there were no resources for transitioning teachers. No social groups or community support. In fact, I was openly shamed for finally saying "I'm ready to elevate my health, wealth, and impact." I battled all the guilt and uncertainty. I know what it feels like to make one huge decision just to jump into what feels like a million more. 

I also know how important it is to feel fulfilled and energized by your work, and how difficult it can be to navigate the job market and build the confidence to pursue your goals.

After years of post-classroom success, my colleagues and I have witnessed an unsettling trend. Thousands of incredible educators with diverse skill-sets have decided to leave the classroom but are facing the jump alone in an increasingly crowded market. We're not okay with that. Teachers dedicate their lives to giving, giving, giving. Well, I'm here to say it is YOUR TURN to get unwavering support on the decisions that are best for you and your family.

Enter Elevated Careers! With the help of advisors who were once teachers now crushing it in the corporate world, I've built tools crafted specifically for teachers to overcome career change challenges and find success on their own terms. You have a unique set of skills, passions, and experiences that can be harnessed to create a fulfilling and rewarding career, and I'm committed to helping you discover and leverage those strengths.

Let me be clear: I might have left the classroom but I never stopped teaching. I've learned how to honor my roots while living a balanced life. I'm here to help you do the same.