Get started as a teacher

Albert Einstein once said, “It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” As a teacher—whether in a school classroom, teaching music lessons, or coaching a sport—you are passionate about sharing your knowledge. But have you ever thought about going beyond in-person teaching?

It’s no secret that many teachers have side-hustles to earn extra income. Instead of working extra shifts, why not monetize your existing knowledge to create a thriving business? Teachers are some of the most successful entrepreneurs, both in terms of impact and income.

You handle the teaching, and Kajabi will help you share your knowledge beyond the classroom. In this guide, we’ll show you how to enter the creator economy and turn your expertise into a booming business. Plus, you’ll hear success stories from other teachers who’ve done just that.

Create Online Courses

Let’s talk about creating online courses. Don’t worry, we’re not talking about Zoom lessons. Online learning is now a widely accepted method for students of all ages and purposes. As a teacher, creating an online course will be easy for you. You already know what to teach, have course materials, and understand what works.

Whether you want to offer online algebra tutorials, reading courses for kids, classroom management courses for fellow teachers, or even guitar lessons—you can take your in-person teaching online. With Kajabi, you can create mini-courses or full courses using pre-built templates or start from scratch. Once your courses are published, your audience and income will begin to grow.

Success Story: From Teacher to Online Educator

Jamie Sears, founder and CEO of Not So Wimpy Teacher, empowers elementary school teachers with courses, digital downloads, and free content. Jamie started by creating one activity to sell to other teachers. It earned her $20, which she used to buy more classroom materials. Realizing she could make a bigger impact from home, Jamie expanded her resources to help teachers across the country, reaching tens of thousands of students.

Start a Membership Site

Memberships are an excellent way to generate recurring revenue. With a membership site, your audience pays a subscription fee for access to members-only content. This keeps your audience engaged while providing you with reliable, recurring income. You can offer exclusive content like extra tutoring videos, webinars, or worksheets.

Success Story: Membership Site for Teachers

Alison Ryan of Learning at the Primary Pond provides K-2 teachers with resources and professional development. Her membership site, The Literacy Club, saves teachers time by offering pre-made lesson plans and resources. Alison started by sharing her classroom materials through a blog and grew her audience by solving common challenges teachers face.

Become a Coach

Coaching on Kajabi is another form of teaching that allows for more personal interaction. With coaching, you can offer live one-on-one sessions to help students or fellow educators. Coaching allows you to build relationships and tailor your lessons to individual needs. Kajabi’s coaching features help you stay organized, so you can focus on teaching rather than paperwork.

Host a Podcast

Teachers are natural communicators, making podcasting a perfect fit. Share your knowledge, interview other experts, and create engaging content. Podcasts can also complement your membership site by offering private, members-only episodes. Kajabi users with podcasts earn 26% more than those without one, making it a great way to diversify your revenue streams.

Offer Digital Downloads

You can offer digital downloads like worksheets, study guides, or lesson plans. Whether it’s a grammar worksheet or a daily planning checklist, digital downloads are easy to add to your courses or website. You can also offer eBooks to provide more in-depth reading material. Since you control the platform, you keep 100% of the profits.

Take the Next Step: Develop and Launch Your Content

Kajabi makes it easy to launch your knowledge business. With all the tools and resources you need, you can focus on the best part—teaching. Here are some tips and resources to help you get started:

• Online Course: Read the Complete Guide to Making a Mini-Course or How to Create an Online Course.
• Membership Site: Read the How to Plan Your Membership Site guide and explore the benefits of membership models.
• Coaching Program: Check out the Coaching Program Template and decide what type of coaching works best for you.
• Podcast: Read How to Start a Successful Podcast and explore the benefits of offering paid podcast subscriptions.
• Digital Downloads: Learn how to create an eBook or price your online worksheets, and how to integrate them with Kajabi.

Launching Your Product

Kajabi provides everything you need for a successful launch. Whether you’re launching a course, membership site, or digital product, you can track key metrics, run automated marketing campaigns, and build a lasting community around your brand.