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Career Alternatives to Teaching

Career Services

230 Nebraska Union
Lincoln, NE 68588-0451
(402) 472-3145

  • 20-min Walk-ins M-F, 10-4
    (Summer 10-12, 1-3)
  • Appointments M-F, 8-5
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Exploring Career Options Outside of Teaching

If your interest in teaching has changed or your circumstances require a job search outside of teaching, several resources are available to help. Meet with a Career Counselor in Career Services to discuss your interests and skills or visit our Career Exploration section for helpful assessments and resources.

Related Fields and Sample Employers

Child Care

  • Private or Commercial Child Care
  • Parochial Schools

Youth/Family Organizations

  • Youth Clubs - Girl Scouts, 4-H, Boy/Cub Scouts
  • Family Recreation, Sports, Fitness - YMCA, Neighborhood Community Centers, Parks & Recreation
  • After School Programs - Family Services, Community Learning Centers

Social/Human Services Organizations

  • Cedars Youth Services
  • League of Human Dignity
  • United Way
  • People's City Mission
  • Developmental Services of NE
  • Child Protective Services
  • Friendship Home

Federal, State and Local Government

  • Nebraska Education Association
  • Corrections
  • Health & Human Services
  • Immigrant & Refugee Services
  • Military Family Support and Service

Health Related Programs

  • Hospitals
  • Community Colleges
  • Parks and Recreation Departments

Senior Centers

  • Retirement Communities
  • Assisted Living
  • Long-Term Care Centers

Paraprofessional Education

  • Public Schools
  • Private and Commercial Tutoring