Some background info first....(I'll keep it short)
As many of you know I just graduated with my Master's degree in August. I have been teaching for 6 years and have not been happy with it for about 4 of those years. I thought that maybe it was the class or the lack of experience and that eventually I would regain the love of teaching that I once had. Well, the love hasn't returned and now I'm thinking of getting out. There are several reasons for my choice. One, I want to try something different. Two, I'm not making enough money even with the Master's degree ($2000 a year raise doesn't go far to pay back the student loans). Three, I always said that if I don't like teaching I would get out because I'm not only affecting my happiness, but the future of others. I have my undergrad in Elementary Education and my Master's in Curriculum and Instruction.
Now, for my questions of you fine and intelligent TFPers. Does anyone know someone who has left teaching? If so, what field did they go enter? Has anyone has experience with a job hunter agency?
I hate the job hunting scene and since I'm not sure what I qualify for, I'm thinking that an agency would be the best bet. However, I have had no experience with that and the internet search confused me even more. I am hoping to get into publishing or training development for companies. I think I qualify for those, but my job offer at McGraw-Hill this summer was a smack in the face. A $10,000 a year pay cut and no benefits.
Any advice or past experiences would help immensely. Thank you!