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🎙️ EP 102 | How Ali Parrish Turned Her Teaching Skills into a Career Helping Educators Transition

🎙️ EP 102 | How Ali Parrish Turned Her Teaching Skills into a Career Helping Educators Transition

Update: 2025-08-07
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Episode 102

In this episode of the Teacher Transition Expert Series, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA The Edtech Guru) sits down with Ali Parrish, a former educator and founder of Teacher Transition, to talk about the journey from classroom teacher to thriving entrepreneur and coach.

Ali shares her powerful transition story—how she went from burnout and confusion to finding purpose and passion in helping other teachers find their next best step. She breaks down practical tips, mindset shifts, and real strategies that can help any educator take charge of their career and step into a new chapter with clarity and confidence.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why Ali knew she had to leave the classroom
  • How to approach your transition with intention, not panic
  • The most transferable skills teachers bring to new careers
  • Why clarity and alignment are the keys to a successful transition
  • How she built Teacher Transition to support thousands of educators
  • Advice for navigating doubt, imposter syndrome, and overwhelm
  • What industries are best suited for teacher skill sets
  • Why it's never “too late” to pivot into something meaningful

If you’re an educator wondering, “What else could I do?” This conversation will leave you feeling seen, empowered, and ready to take the next step.

🔥 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real-talk episodes from teachers who’ve made the leap—and want to help you do the same!


Who's Ali Parrish?Ali Parrish is a former classroom teacher turned entrepreneur and founder of TeacherTransition.com. Through coaching, courses, and a thriving community, she’s helped thousands of educators move into careers that align with their talents, values, and lifestyle goals.

Ali believes every teacher deserves to feel empowered in their work, and that starts with realizing how deeply valuable their skills are outside the classroom.

Connect with Ali:


Who is 'The Edtech Guru'?

Leena Marie Saleh, aka The EdTech Guru, is dedicated to helping educators navigate career transitions and embrace innovation. With over a decade of experience, she brings real-world insights into education, EdTech, and the future of learning.

📲 Follow Leena Marie Saleh:

  • Twitter: @leenamariesaleh
  • Instagram: @leenamariesaleh
  • LinkedIn: Leena Marie Saleh
  • TikTok: @leenamariesaleh

💌 Want to sponsor an episode?

Contact: ⁠leena@leenamariesaleh.com

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🎙️ EP 102 | How Ali Parrish Turned Her Teaching Skills into a Career Helping Educators Transition

🎙️ EP 102 | How Ali Parrish Turned Her Teaching Skills into a Career Helping Educators Transition

Leena Mare Saleh "The EDTECH GURU"