Independent research as a teacher?
I'm a teacher, although right now I'm taking a break and private tutoring. My dream is to work in education research (I have a BA in English Lit and Ed.M in Curriculum and Instruction).
However, I can't apply to PhDs right now because it's personally not the right time. What are my options for engaging in research without a mentor while also being unable to take on a full-time job as a research assistant?