As this particular alt-ac pipeline grows more crowded, Tony Lilly offers advice for how Ph.D. holders can succeed—and insights into why some fail.
Ph.D.s are increasingly turning to independent schools as an alt-ac career path, but the transition isn’t always easy. In Inside Higher Ed, educator and former professor Tony Lilly outlines key questions to ask yourself—like whether you truly want to teach teens—and offers practical advice on applying and interviewing. Tailor your résumé, drop the jargon, and lead with your love of teaching.
