Be sure to try to find a subject that will be in demand. I
started elementary and now there is a surplus of elementary
candidates, Next I decided to earn library media. Now the
jobs are being cut ! I know you don't have a crystal ball
but do some research on the job outlook. Good luck

On 8/09/08, Stacy wrote:
> I am a 29 year old wife and stay at home mother of two. I
> have been doing hair for 8 years and massage therapy for 2
> My husband has finally scored the job of his dreams and I
> feel like time is slipping away from!!! I have no idea
> what I want to be when I grow up, lol. I jumped into the
> other careers to make ends meet. Now we are at the
> position to really allow me to find myself, but I don’t
> know how? I like to be independent, with some type of
> structure, make since? Am I wrong in thinking teaching
> will give me the flexibility to be creative and
> independent with some guidelines? I know I want to work
> with children who are a bit more independent, but not
> too “grown!” I’m thinking sixth grade?! The other concern
> is still being a mom. I keep hearing about these 16 hour
> days??? YIKES! Ok I understand being there early, but is
> it realistic to be out of the classroom by 4pm. That’s not
> bad. A friend of mine teaches 7th grade and she thinks
> elementary level is more demanding. She gets in at 7 and
> is out of there by 3:30. She uses her hour planning period
> and gets her work done? Is she one of the lucky few or is
> this a realistic and common scenario? Thoughts????

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