Start Your Dream Microschool- Homeschool Hybrid, Microschooling, Tutoring Business

Whether you're running a microschool, homeschool hybrid, tutoring business, selling teaching resources, or even coaching parents, you've landed in the right place.   Before we dive into today's juicy topic, let me ask you something: Have you ever felt like your amazing teacher business is like the best-kept secret? Like, if people could just find you, they'd be lining up to enroll their kids or wo...

Let's dive into a tool that can take your teacher business to the next level: blogging . Now, I know what you might be thinking: "Blogging? Isn't that just something people do for fun?" Let me tell you—blogging is so much more than that. It's one of the most powerful ways to connect with your ideal customers, showcase your expertise, and build trust. And here's the kicker: a good blog can turn you...

Today, I want to talk about something that trips up so many educators when they're starting their microschool or homeschooling business: making a website. Here's the deal—teachers are incredible at creating lesson plans, managing classrooms, and inspiring young minds, but when it comes to building a website? Yikes, that can feel super overwhelming. One of the biggest challenges I hear from teacher...

Let's dive into marketing your dream microschool or homeschooling business. Marketing doesn't have to feel salesy or overwhelming. It is simply about sharing your passion and showing families why your program is the perfect fit for their kids. And guess what? You're already great at connecting with people—you just need a few tools and strategies to make it happen. Today, I'm walking you through a...

Today, we're diving into something that will set the tone for your entire year—goal setting for 2025! Picture this: It's December 31, 2025. You're sitting with a cup of coffee (or maybe a glass of celebratory wine), looking back at a year where your microschool, homeschool hybrid, or tutoring business not only grew but absolutely THRIVED. Imagine hitting those financial goals, launching that new p...

If you are trying to grow your microschool or homeschooling business, you're probably juggling a lot—teaching, running a microschool or homeschooling program, maybe even managing all the behind-the-scenes stuff like marketing and admin. It's a lot. Today, we're tackling a topic that can feel like a  never-ending  part of the teacher's job:  lesson planning . Raise your hand if you've ever found yo...

If you are trying to grow your microschool or homeschooling business, you're probably juggling a lot—teaching, running a microschool or homeschooling program, maybe even managing all the behind-the-scenes stuff like marketing and admin. It's a lot. Today, we're tackling a topic that can feel like a never-ending part of the teacher's job: lesson planning . Raise your hand if you've ever found yours...

Let's continue our Time Management Series on the show. We're diving into a topic that has been a total game-changer for me and so many other teacher business owners out there: Outsourcing and Delegating Tasks . I know what you're thinking—"Desiree, I'm already stretched thin. How am I supposed to afford help?" Or maybe, "I don't even know where to start." Trust me, I get it. When I first started m...

Today, we're talking about one of my favorite topics: Creating a Weekly Business Routine.  Now, you might be thinking, "Desiree, I can barely keep up with my daily to-do list, and you're talking about routines?" hear me out. A solid weekly business routine isn't about adding more to your plate. It's about giving your time and energy a purpose so you can finally feel like you're in control of your...

Now, if you've been feeling like you're spinning plates between teaching, running your household, and trying to get your business off the ground, you're not alone. I hear you. It's tough juggling all the roles we wear as educators, entrepreneurs, parents, and everything in between. We're diving into how to leverage productivity tools and apps to save time and brainpower. This episode is going to f...

I'm so excited you're here with me today because we're diving into the second episode of our time management series for your Microschool or Homeschooling Business. Today's topic is one that's SO essential for your success: setting boundaries to create dedicated work blocks . Think of it as setting up little pockets of magic in your day where you can go from feeling scattered to completely focused,...

I'm so glad you're here today because we're going to talk about one of those tricky areas that every teacher entrepreneur knows all too well: marketing. Now, if you're running your own school or program, you probably feel like you're juggling a million things — teaching, lesson planning, communicating with parents, handling enrollments… and marketing can easily end up at the bottom of that list. B...

I'm so excited you're here today because we're diving into a topic that a lot of new microschool and homeschooling business owners overlook—and that's creating a free offer .  Now, I know what you're thinking: "Wait, I'm just starting my business, and you're telling me to give something away for free?!" Yes, yes I am! Stay with me here because by the end of this episode, you'll see exactly why off...

I know you are ready to make a real difference in education, and whether you're just thinking about starting or you're already on your way, I've got something really exciting for you today. In this episode, I'm going to share with you the 5 key steps to build a successful microschool or homeschooling business. These are the steps that will take you from thinking about it to actually doing it —from...

Today's episode is all about something absolutely essential if you want to see your microschool grow and get those seats filled, but here's the thing… so many educators overlook it when they're just starting out. What am I talking about?  Your Marketing & Enrollment Plan. If you're a teacher, then you probably got a degree in teaching, not marketing. But stick with me, because by the end of this e...

Welcome to PART 5 of our Microschool & Homeschooling Business Startup Plan series. Over the next several weeks, we'll be diving into the exact steps you need to take to start your very own dream teacher business.  Let's get into one of the most important steps to launching your dream microschool: creating an Offer Plan. Now, I know 'Offer Plan' might sound a little business-y, and maybe even a bit...

Welcome to PART 4 of our Microschool & Homeschooling Business Startup Plan series. Over the next several weeks, we'll be diving into the exact steps you need to take to start your very own dream teacher business.  I'm so excited to have you here today because we're diving into one of my absolute favorite topics—branding and design! Now, I know what you're thinking. "Why is design such a big deal f...

Welcome to PART 3 of our Microschool & Homeschooling Business Startup Plan series. Over the next several weeks, we'll be diving into the exact steps you need to take to start your very own dream teacher business.  But in today's episode, we're going to hit on one of those topics that might not sound super fun—but trust me, it's absolutely essential to your success: your legal plan . Now, I know th...

Welcome to PART 2 of our Microschool & Homeschooling Business Startup Plan series. Over the next several weeks, we'll be diving into the exact steps you need to take to start your very own dream teacher business.  Today's episode is all about finding the perfect location for your school. If you've been stressed or overwhelmed trying to figure out where to set up your microschool or homeschool busi...

Welcome to PART 1 of our Microschool & Homeschooling Business Startup Plan series. Over the next several weeks, we'll be diving into the exact steps you need to take to start your very own dream teacher business.  I'm so excited that you're here, and I know you are, too, because you're ready to make a real impact.  You have a big heart, big dreams and you're ready to make your mark on the educatio...

Today, we're diving into one of the biggest decisions you'll make on your journey: finding the perfect location for your microschool. Now, this can be a bit of a puzzle, but don't worry—I'm here to help you piece it all together. We'll explore a variety of different options for where you might want to set up your school, from cozy home-based setups to community spaces, and everything in between. Y...

I know you're a rockstar teacher or parent who's ready to take the leap into starting your very own microschool or homeschooling business. First off, let me just say—you're in the right place! You've got the vision, you've got the passion, and now, we're going to make sure you've got the tools to spread the word about your incredible journey. Today, we're diving into something that's going to comp...

Struggling to Balance Social Media Marketing and Teaching? You Are Not Alone! Are you an educator trying to juggle teaching, running a microschool or homeschooling business, and marketing on social media? It can feel like an impossible task! Between lesson planning, managing students, and keeping parents informed, who has time to think about Facebook or Instagram posts? I hear you! Do any of these...

I'm back to school at our microschool, embarking on Year 2. It has been so much fun meeting our new families and learners and we're off and running. In this teacher podcast episode, I can't wait to share with you how I start lesson planning for a new school year. I'm going to take you behind the scenes of what we did on our 1st day of learning and give you a little sneak peek into the entire first...

As we enter our 2nd year of learning at our microschool, we are excited to pilot a brand new parent involvement program in the Fall of 2024. If you've been trying to figure out how to get more families involved in your microschool or homeschooling business, then you'll definitely want to listen to this episode.  I can't wait to give you a behind the scenes look into our big reason for starting thi...