Leena Marie Saleh- The Edtech Guru

Leena Marie Saleh- The Edtech Guru Leena Saleh aka The Edtech Guru is a former STEM educator who is extremely passionate about the worl

09/22/2025

🔑 Monday Mindset | The Story I Kept Telling Myself

For years, I told myself one story:
👉 “I can’t leave teaching because I’ll be starting over.”

That story kept me stuck. It made me feel like all the late nights, the professional development, the degrees, the leadership roles… none of it mattered outside the classroom.

But here’s the truth: You’re never starting over.

When I finally made the leap, I realized I wasn’t throwing anything away. I was carrying it all forward: the leadership, the creativity, the problem-solving, the resilience.

The real mindset shift?
💡 You’re not starting from zero. You’re starting from experience.

If you’re sitting in that same headspace today, replaying the story that leaving means losing everything… it’s not true.

You’re not starting over. You’re building on what you’ve already done.

đź’¬ What story are you telling yourself right now that might be holding you back?

🎒 Field Trip Friday Spotlight: Social Media ManagerTeachers are already wired for this role:You plan and schedule conten...
09/19/2025

🎒 Field Trip Friday Spotlight: Social Media Manager

Teachers are already wired for this role:

You plan and schedule content (lesson plans, newsletters, events)

You engage with communities (students, parents, staff)

You measure success (data, assessments, feedback)

You keep messaging clear and consistent

A Social Media Manager is basically the teacher of a brand’s online classroom. You plan, engage, and make sure the message sticks.

💡 If you’ve ever managed a classroom Instagram, a PTA page, or a school newsletter — you’ve already flexed these skills.

This is a career worth exploring if you want to mix creativity, strategy, and community building.

💬 Tag a teacher who’d thrive in this role.

09/17/2025

A resume should highlight skills and research. Educators want to know you'll rise to the occasion. Classroom teachers have skills that translate well to the edtech space, like communication and flexibility. Tag someone who needs this advice!

🎧 Watch on EP 47 on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

09/12/2025

I did, and leaving teaching ended up being the best decision I ever made. Stepping back allowed me to step forward into respect, growth, and opportunities.

🎧 Full episode here: https://youtu.be/KyZwyGUadp4

Educators turn data into stories.Think about it:You track student growth.You analyze test results.You use patterns to ma...
09/12/2025

Educators turn data into stories.

Think about it:

You track student growth.

You analyze test results.

You use patterns to make decisions.

That’s the exact foundation of a Data Analyst role. The difference? In business, instead of measuring student growth, you’re measuring company growth.

Your ability to interpret numbers and translate them into clear insights is a superpower.

Would you ever pivot into data analytics?

09/11/2025

Leaving the classroom for Edtech? One educator discusses feeling more respected and appreciated in the corporate space. They highlight the challenges of the education field, from feeling undervalued to navigating cliques. Negotiating pay and proving your worth is key.

✨ Monday Motivation | Stop Waiting for PerfectI get messages all the time that sound like this:👉 “I’ll apply once my res...
09/09/2025

✨ Monday Motivation | Stop Waiting for Perfect

I get messages all the time that sound like this:
👉 “I’ll apply once my resume is perfect.”
👉 “I’ll network when I feel more confident.”
👉 “I’ll start my portfolio after I take one more course.”

Here’s the truth: there’s no such thing as perfect.

If you wait for the stars to align, you’ll be in the exact same place a year from now.

What actually moves you forward is action:
✔️ Reach out to one new connection this week
✔️ Update one bullet point on your resume
✔️ Share one piece of your story online

Small steps compound. You don’t need to be ready — you just need to start.

💬 What’s one small step you can commit to this week?

🎒 Field Trip Friday | From Classroom to Learning & DevelopmentWhat if I told you there’s a whole field where your teachi...
08/29/2025

🎒 Field Trip Friday | From Classroom to Learning & Development

What if I told you there’s a whole field where your teaching skills fit perfectly? It’s called Learning & Development (L&D) — and it’s all about helping adults grow their skills and succeed in their careers.

Here are some common L&D job titles you’ll see:

Learning & Development Specialist

Training Specialist

Corporate Trainer

Instructional Designer

Talent Development Specialist

Learning Experience Designer

If you’ve ever built engaging lessons, created assessments, adapted to different learners, or inspired people to reach their goals… you already know how to do this.

💥 The only difference is that you’re applying your skills in a corporate setting instead of a classroom.

Drop a 📚 if this is new to you, or tag a teacher friend who’d be amazing in L&D!

🎒 Field Trip Friday | From Classroom to Program ManagerWhat does a Program Manager do?👉 Oversees multiple projects or in...
08/22/2025

🎒 Field Trip Friday | From Classroom to Program Manager

What does a Program Manager do?
👉 Oversees multiple projects or initiatives
👉 Aligns teams to the big-picture goals
👉 Tracks progress, budgets, and outcomes
👉 Solves problems when things go off-track

If a Project Manager is like running the classroom, a Program Manager is like running the entire school.

Teachers are already doing this every day when they:
✔️ Juggle dozens of moving parts
✔️ Collaborate across grade levels and teams
✔️ Adapt when plans change
✔️ Keep their eyes on both the details and the big picture

These roles exist in tech, healthcare, nonprofits, and beyond. And educators have so many of the core skills needed to thrive.

💬 Know a teacher who’s been program managing all along? Tag them below.

08/21/2025

Too often, the finger points to “teaching quality.” But the real question is—are students actually engaged? 🤔

Learning should be FUN—for students and teachers! Amir Nathoo, founder of , joins me in this episode to unpack why engagement matters more than ever.

👇 Catch the full conversation:
🎧 Listen here: https://bit.ly/3E3d7h5
🎥 Watch here: https://bit.ly/4lhbY65

08/13/2025

There was a time when leaving education felt like a secret shame. It was even “taboo.” But sometimes, the greatest impact comes from stepping outside the expected path. Creating a space to achieve more should be celebrated, not shunned. Have you felt this?

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