I've got a number of years before I'll be able to retire - turning 54 this month.
I had thought about teaching, either as a part time after retirement, or as a glide path into retirement. In order to try it out while still employed at my full time gig, I put my name in the adjunct faculty hat at the local community college. I started teaching last fall.
There were some extra challenges, like the current situation, plus really short notice when they needed me. It also turned out to be way more time consuming than I intended for a part time job while still employed. The extra money was nice and some of the feedback was rewarding.
I'm still figuring out whether I want to do this - meanwhile spring semester starts next week, and yes I'm teaching.
The demand is there for skilled trades and technology teaching, whether CC or trade schools. The money is OK, passing on your knowledge is rewarding. I'd recommend looking into it.
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