Always A Teacher Podcast
What happens when you decide to leave teaching and pursue the next chapter in your career? The Always A Teacher podcast provides teachers with insights and advice for breaking into the EdTech space. Hosted by Matt Gambino, the nation's top trainer of EdTech industry professionals, Always a Teacher features wide-ranging interviews with former teachers and administrators who share their stories about transitioning from the classroom to EdTech, and how they apply their unique skills and passion for students to a business setting.
Episodes
25 episodes
#025 Ivey Harrison: Senior Territory Manager
In this episode, Matt speaks with Ivey Harrison, a former college administrator who successfully transitioned into the EdTech industry. Ivey shares her inspiring journey from col...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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37:16
#024 Laura Litton: Director of Success
What happens when you reach a leadership role in education, only to find that the day-to-day work has pulled you away from your true passion? How do you pivot from a role like school principal to find a new path that realigns with what drives y...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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37:49
#023 Caelan Boone: Customer Success Associate
How do you turn a passion for teaching into a thriving career in EdTech? And what are the real, tangible skills that companies are looking for when they hire former educators?In this episode, Matt talks with
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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22:09
#022 David Thomas: National Vice President of Strategic Partnerships
Do EdTech companies really value classroom experience? How does a career dedicated to serving students in K-12 and higher education translate to a leadership role in a corporate environment?In this episode, Matt talks with
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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34:15
#021 Marybeth Schultz: School Partnerships Manager
How do you translate a rich career as a teacher and administrator into a new role in EdTech, especially when you don't see yourself as a "salesperson"? Where do you find the confidence to take that leap?In this episode, Matt talks with ...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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31:20
#020 Tyler Post: Account Executive
What happens when you achieve a leadership position in education, like a school principal, only to find that the path forward isn’t sustainable for you? How do you pivot from a role at the heart of a school building to a new career in the EdTec...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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42:10
#019 Janna Tolleson: High School Sales Rep
What does it really take to make a strategic move from the classroom to a rewarding EdTech sales career?Matt Gambino sits down with Janna Tolleson, a...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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44:20
#018 Jonathan Strout: Enterprise Account Executive
What does it really take to go from the principal's office to a top-tier role in an EdTech company?Matt Gambino sits down with Jonathan Strout, a former high school prin...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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32:18
#017 Chelsea Avirett: Founder
Are you tired of endlessly scrolling through massive job boards, feeling like the right EdTech role is impossible to find? What if you could get a curated list of ideal jobs sent right to you?Matt sits down with
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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49:01
#016 Ciara Newby: Senior Director of Global University Partnerships
In this episode, Matt speaks with former high school languages teacher Ciara Newby, now a Senior Director of Global University Partnerships at Cialfo.
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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34:21
#015 Mike Cronley: Founder & CEO
In this episode, Matt speaks with former elementary school teacher Mike Cronley, now Founder and CEO of Class Composer.
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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36:38
#014 Lissa Johnson: Founder & CEO
In this episode, Matt speaks with former middle- and high-school science teacher Lissa Johnson, now Founder and CEO of Mosa Mack Science.
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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29:48
#013 Kiana Porter-Isom: Chief Improvement Officer
In this episode, Matt speaks with former middle school math teacher Kiana Porter-Isom, now Chief Improvement Officer with Reading Horizons.
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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40:09
#012 Cris Slotoroff: Manager of Client Partnerships
In this episode, Matt speaks with former high school English teacher Cris Slotoroff now Manager of Client Partnerships with The Juice Learning.
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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34:35
#011 Donna McConnell: Account Executive
In this episode, Matt speaks with former English teacher Donna McConnell, now an Account Executive with 95 Percent Group.
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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40:55
#010 Christine Hayes: Director of Customer Success
In this episode, Matt speaks with former art teacher Christine Hayes, now the Senior Director of Customer Success and Sales Enablement with Zūm.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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38:18
#009 Stephen Guerriero: Chief Learning Officer
In this episode, Matt speaks with former middle school social studies teacher Steve Guerriero, now the Chief Learning Officer with Litmus Learn.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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47:50
#008 Gerard Dawson: Product Manager
In this episode, Matt speaks with former high school English teacher Gerard Dawson, now a Product Manager with Swivl.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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49:00
#007 Emily Peddle: Director of Learning Programs and Partnerships
In this episode, Matt speaks with former high school teacher Emily Peddle, now a Director of Professional Learning Programs and Partnerships with Southern New Hampshire University.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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55:49
#006 Tia Carley: K12 Solutions Engineer
In this episode, Matt speaks with former preschool teacher Tia Carley, now a K12 Solutions Engineer with Community Brands.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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34:34
#005 Sarah McNeil: Director of Consulting
In this episode, Matt speaks with former teacher Sarah McNeil, now the Director of Consulting with Thinking Maps.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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37:58
#004 Susan Norwood: Customer Success Consultant
In this episode, Matt speaks with former teacher Susan Norwood, now a Customer Success Consultant with Membean.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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40:26
#003 Jonathan Templin: Head of Sales
In this episode, Matt speaks with former teacher Jonathan Templin, now the Head of Sales for Mathspace.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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40:55
