Dear Career Coach:
I've been a programmer for 15 years, but I no longer feel fulfilled by my work. I'm thinking of going into teaching--specifically, middle school math.
I know I'd take a pay cut, but the shorter hours would be a worthwhile trade-off. What are the first steps I should take?
The Thrill is Gone
Dear Thrill:
While I hate to see the industry lose a talented programmer,
I applaud you for considering this move. Tomorrow's IT professionals need a strong base in math and science, and math teachers are in short supply nationwide, according to Johnny Lott, president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (www.nctm.org).
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