
The UX Teacher Prep Podcast
Zee Arnold, founder of UX Teacher Prep, spills the tea on her incredible journey from a 15-year teaching career to becoming a remote UX Researcher in just 5 months. Join Zee as she shares strategies, tips, and tricks to help you land your first tech role outside of the classroom. Discover how to showcase your transferable skills and escape burnout while finding the balance to unleash your creativity. Since her transition in 2022, Zee has been supporting other teachers in their career pivots by sharing her story, roadblocks, and valuable lessons learned along the way. You’ll also hear inspiring stories from other teachers who have successfully transitioned to creative tech careers such as UX Researcher, UX Writer, UX Designer, and Product Manager. Gain insights into the job search process and learn what to expect beyond the first 90 days in your new role. If you're ready to break into the tech industry and regain time for your health, family, travel, and all the things you deserve in life, hit subscribe and prepare to transform your future. Don't forget to share this podcast with a teacher friend who's ready to make their next move!
Episodes
S2 Ep 10. Navigating Tech as a Black Woman: Sharae Gibbs on Her Path to Design Leadership at Google and She Designs

S2 Ep 9. From Classroom to UX: Making Tech Accessible for All with Shaine Frazier

Best of The UX Teacher Prep Podcast: Nail Your “Why” In Job Interviews

S2 Ep 8. Beyond UX: Teacher Skills That Translate to Other Careers

S2 Ep 7. Embracing Rejection on the UX Career Path

S2 Ep 6. Navigating Post-Election Stress: A Word of Encouragement

S2 Ep 5. My First Case Study: Crafting A UX Portfolio from Classroom Experience

S2 Ep 4. Lessons in UX Success with Joe Natoli

S2 Ep 3. Is Remote Work Over? Tips for Teachers Transitioning to UX in a Hybrid World

S2 Ep 2. From Special Ed Teacher to Customer Experience Manager with Shaine Frazier

S2 Ep 1. From Big Tech to Startup with Sr. UX Researcher Hilda Nalwanga

Ep 21. Season Finale: Bridging the Gap Between Teaching and UX Research

Ep 20. AI Tools to Boost Your UX Job Hunt

Ep 19. Pros and Cons of Remote Work From a Former Teacher

Ep 18. UX Research Job Interviews: Top Questions and Answers for Aspiring UX Researchers

Ep 17. The Teacher Shortage and Why Teachers are Not Ok

Ep 16. From Classroom to UX: Five Things I Wish I Knew Before My Career Transition

Ep 15. How Transitioning Teachers Can Build a UX Portfolio

Ep 14. Toxic Teaching Environments: Confronting the Challenge

Ep 13. Job Search Tips with Recruiter Sarah Janosz

Ep 12. Getting Your Family to Support Your Career Change

Ep 11. Committing to Better Health and Seeking Joy with Jite Lark

Ep 10. Communicating Your Why in Job Interviews

Ep 9. Leveraging Teacher Skills for a Career in Ed Tech: The Educator's Edge

Ep 8. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a Transitioning Teacher
