Does anyone have a job they didn't need specific schooling or experience for?

I've been teaching the last five years and was laid off this year due to low enrollment (I worked in a Catholic school) and seniority. I feel like this is my opportunity to try something new and difference since I haven't been truly happy with teaching since I started.

My problem is I have NO idea WHAT I can do. I don't mind getting into the business world but so many people want experience or some kind of formal education.

Does anyone have a job or know of a job that you can go in basically at entry level and be trained for the position? Or if someone knows of something in the education field other than actually being in a classroom.... Also something with decent pay (still have to make a living!)

I would really prefer to stay on Long Island if possible. Thanks for your help!

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i work in a college in administration, and did not need a specific degree for my first job there (I am now working on my doctorate in a more specific area). Most of the jobs require a bachelor's/master's. i enjoy it. i taught a few college classes and generally don't like students too much, so this is a nice balance for me, in academia but not dealing too often with students.

I also worked at Morgan Stanley on the trading floor when I first graduated from college with an unrelated bachelor's degree. Hated that, but I guess some people like it well enough.

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I work in college administration as well, and love it. There are a lot of options.
You might want to consider speaking with a career counselor about your transferable skills, and possible taking a career assessment.
Often you can utilize your school's career services for free or discounted rates. FM if you have questions. I am a career counselor at a local university.

Re: Does anyone have a job they didn't need specific schooling or experience for?

Any entry level job in HR does not usually need specific training for and you usually can work your way up. They are hard to get into though.

Also, you might want to try being an executive assistant at a big company. Usually you can get promoted from within.

Also, working in Upper Education might as a secretary might let you go back to school for another field.

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I entered my field with no experience. I rec'd the training I need at work and then moved on and took classes & got licensed (Company paid for).

Starting out with no experience is pretty basic, but as you prove yourself, get licensed and learn more the money is definitely there....it all depends on how far you want to go in the industry.

I personally want out, but can't seem to find anything that I want to do or the things that I consider pays a lot less...too much less.

Good luck.

(Let me know if you want more info...we're always hiring!)

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I graduated college and went in to social work. I worked within social work for a few years and got burnt out pretty quickly. I moved from social work to finance without any experience whatsoever. I worked at a entry level job to get some background and licensing and worked from there. SInce then, I'm fully licensed, earned a master's and became a CFP.

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Have you tried educational book publishers? I've heard of people who have left teaching and gone into editing/reviewing, etc.

Best of luck!

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I am in the same situation - although I am not a teacher, but an admin asst at a non-profit in NYC. I need a career change, I'm tired of scheduling peoples meetings and answering their phones!

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How about an administrative position at a test prep or tutoring center? I was looking into this. They have good benefits and it tends to be a fulfilling job. Good Luck with whatever you decide!

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I work for a test prep center. I started out in Operations, didn't need any experience and now I work in Marketing. They trained me to do marketing, my degree is in Political Science. It's a great way to be involved in education, without being in the classroom.

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Posted by lorich

I entered my field with no experience. I rec'd the training I need at work and then moved on and took classes & got licensed (Company paid for).

Starting out with no experience is pretty basic, but as you prove yourself, get licensed and learn more the money is definitely there....it all depends on how far you want to go in the industry.

I personally want out, but can't seem to find anything that I want to do or the things that I consider pays a lot less...too much less.

Good luck.

(Let me know if you want more info...we're always hiring!)

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Re: Does anyone have a job they didn't need specific schooling or experience for?

Re: Does anyone have a job they didn't need specific schooling or experience for?

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Re: Does anyone have a job they didn't need specific schooling or experience for?

Try Princeton Review and i think SCORE! Centers are hiring.

Also, look again in September because in my experinece a lot of the reason people leave these jobs is to go to grad school, so there are usually vacancies in Aug-Sept.

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Posted by GoingNutty

Posted by lorich

I entered my field with no experience. I rec'd the training I need at work and then moved on and took classes & got licensed (Company paid for).

Starting out with no experience is pretty basic, but as you prove yourself, get licensed and learn more the money is definitely there....it all depends on how far you want to go in the industry.

I personally want out, but can't seem to find anything that I want to do or the things that I consider pays a lot less...too much less.

Good luck.

(Let me know if you want more info...we're always hiring!)

What exactly is it you do?

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What about Adult education...specifically training or instructional design. With a degree in psychology i taught for two years and then started out as a training specialist and then became an instructional designer. I most currenlty do organizational developement for a software company and really love it!

FM if you want more info.

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Message edited 7/11/2006 4:41:46 PM.

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I work as a recruiter. I had no exp. or training in this field and was hired on the spot. In 9 mths I have increased my salary by $8k per year and I have offers from other company's that want me all the time.
It's great field for advancement but there is a ceiling you can hit and it'd not for everyone.

If I ever get burnt out I'll prob. go into HR for a large corp.

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Posted by GoingNutty

Posted by JenniferEver

Try Princeton Review and i think SCORE! Centers are hiring.

Also, look again in September because in my experinece a lot of the reason people leave these jobs is to go to grad school, so there are usually vacancies in Aug-Sept.

I got a call from them today- I have a phone interview tomorrow!! Thank you for your help!!!

Re: Does anyone have a job they didn't need specific schooling or experience for?

Since you are in the Ed field already, how about Corporate Training?