I’m still asking myself the same question!

I suggest start working as a substitute teacher. You will get a taste of what teaching is like. You will get to make an impact on students. You will earn some money and not spend a load of money for more education. Then you can access whether to proceed toward any other education track.

I’ve been involved in a project working with the school board to get something new done, and have had it shelved because there is no funding. Implementing anything new will be a huge challenge. You really don’t have that much autonomy.

Ironically, what you described wanting to do you are already doing right here on PC! While you are not getting paid, you also are not spending money to do it, and you are making a difference to others. You are an inspiration in your support here!