I quit my dream teaching job to become a virtual assistant. My income dropped 25%, but my flexible schedule is worth it.

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 05:23

On the left: Brittany Davila wears festive holiday-themed clothing in front of a classroom decorated with candy canes. On the right: Davila wears a suit and smiles. — Brittany Davila quit her job as a teacher and became a virtual assistant.
Brittany Davila

Brittany Davila is a virtual assistant who previously worked as a teacher for seven years.
She quit teaching to spend more time with her son and pursue other goals.
She currently has two clients and appreciates the flexibility she has as a virtual assistant.

This as-told-to essay is based on a transcribed conversation with Brittany Davila, a 34-year-old executive assistant who was a teacher for seven years before quitting. The following has been edited for length and clarity.