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JustJack
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J

Career change...

I've been thinking about a career change for a while now, I just can't seem to find something that is right for me. I have my degrees in teaching (masters), and I just don't think I am cut out for it. I've thought about being a nurse, but don't know if I could pass the math and science courses. Thought about being a counselor(mental health), but I would want my own practice and I know that can take years.
My wants are something that is flexible, being your own boss sort of thing.
To give you an idea of what I like...I like to cook, clean, decorate, read, help people.

I don't think I would work good in a business type situation like working with computers all day or anything like that.

Does anyone have any advice for me? Can anyone offer any suggestions on how to find what I am looking for?
Thank you so much, I know this is an odd request, I am just so confused!

Posted 6/3/08 6:06 PM
 
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Beth
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Member since 2/06

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Beth

Re: Career change...

nanny?

cleaning lady (you like to clean and want to be your own boss- and I bet my cleaning lady makes more money then most people- I pay her $100 in cash for half a days work)

Posted 6/3/08 7:25 PM
 

JustJack
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Member since 2/06

2041 total posts

Name:
J

Re: Career change...

I've been a nanny. It was ok. I can't justify being a cleaning lady when I have so much schooling. lol.

Posted 6/3/08 8:28 PM
 

smdl
I love Gary too..on a plate!

Member since 5/06

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Name:
me

Re: Career change...

Healthcare?

I am a massage therapist. I love it!

You could in nursing also.

Posted 6/4/08 12:08 AM
 

Beth
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Beth

Re: Career change...

Posted by JackieandJustin

I've been a nanny. It was ok. I can't justify being a cleaning lady when I have so much schooling. lol.



I hope you weren't insulted with my suggestion- it just seemed to fit

and I always tell my DH how good my cleaning lady has it- she comes in when we are at work, I don't even leave her a list, she plays with my cats, cleans and takes her $100 and off to the next job

Posted 6/4/08 9:28 AM
 

kaadf5
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Member since 4/08

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Name:
anna

Re: Career change...

what about OT/Pt or speech therapist or a recreational therapist

Posted 6/4/08 2:19 PM
 

JustJack
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Member since 2/06

2041 total posts

Name:
J

Re: Career change...

Posted by Beth1210

Posted by JackieandJustin

I've been a nanny. It was ok. I can't justify being a cleaning lady when I have so much schooling. lol.



I hope you weren't insulted with my suggestion- it just seemed to fit

and I always tell my DH how good my cleaning lady has it- she comes in when we are at work, I don't even leave her a list, she plays with my cats, cleans and takes her $100 and off to the next job



Oh no! Not at all! It just wouldn't be intellectually stimulating enough for me. I would be bored.

Posted 6/4/08 3:44 PM
 

Beth
The Key to your new home....

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Beth

Re: Career change...

what about early intervention?

you might have to go back to school- but it's a growing field

and it can be very rewarding

Posted 6/4/08 7:25 PM
 

igottabeme
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Member since 1/08

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Wouldnt you like to know! ;)

Re: Career change...

how about a physical therapist? or said you like to cook...how about going to culinary school?

Posted 6/4/08 8:27 PM
 

Songwriter76
LIF Adult

Member since 4/08

902 total posts

Name:
David

Re: Career change...

If you like to read, how about being an editor for a book publisher or a magazine?

Posted 6/5/08 9:31 AM
 

CaseyGirl
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Jen - counting my blessings...

Re: Career change...

What about something like Occupational Therapy or Speech Therapy ?

Posted 6/6/08 6:41 PM
 

Porrruss
Nya nya nya

Member since 5/05

11618 total posts

Name:
Amy

Re: Career change...

I was going to recommend speech therapy. Its a VERY broad field with opportunities for private practice.

I work in a public elementary school and love it. But you can work with all age groups and different areas (hospitals, nursing homes, public/private schools, rehab facilities, early intervention).

You do have to get a Masters degree and the program is grueling- although very rewarding.

Posted 6/7/08 1:51 PM
 
 

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