Financially Independent Teachers
Welcome to the Financially Independent Teachers Podcast- where educators come together to discuss their journey on the road to financial independence. Each week, Dave and Brandon interview teachers who are winning with money and welcome financial industry experts like JL Collins, Andy Hill, Andrew Hallam (Millionaire Teacher) and Rachel Cruze (daughter of Dave Ramsey). There are plenty of voices in the teachers' lounge telling you that you can't build wealth on an educator income, let FIT provide hope that you CAN!
Financially Independent Teachers
EP 233- Retired NC Teacher Turned College Prep/Scholarship Coach
When should I retire? When I retire, what am I going to do to keep me busy? You don't want to miss this episode with Coach Leary, a recently retired NC high school history teacher and coach who started his own college prep coaching business. Having guided his own two children through the the college process (UNC and Wake), Eric and his wife learned a lot along the way. Now, they are applying it to help others.
With over 30 years of dedicated service in education, Eric Leary brings exceptional depth and versatility to his role as both educator and mentor. As a high school teacher, he has expertly guided students through college preparatory and future-ready curricula, while also serving as an academic advisor across various grade levels, supporting students in navigating course registration and academic planning. Eric's commitment to developing well-rounded individuals extends beyond the classroom, where his leadership as head coach for both baseball and football programs has produced remarkable results, with multiple former players advancing to collegiate athletic careers. His holistic approach to education—combining academic excellence with athletic discipline—has established him as a respected figure whose influence continues to shape the success of generations of students.