On 11/07/09, Cyn wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I am sorry to hear your are facing health issues after
> teaching for such a short time. I would use a medical leave
> to vacate my position. I am sure a doctor would confirm your
> status. Then, I would work a leave or notice and move on.
> The consequences on breaking contract vary; the system
> can "black ball" you and keep you from getting a job in
> Georgia by giving you poor verbal recommendations. Honestly,
> administrators will let you out of a contract if they can
> replace you immediately. Nobody wants somebody working for
> them who does not want to be there. I asked out of a
> contract in the summer about a month before school started
> and had no problem leaving in good standing. Be tactful and
> you will get what you want. By the way, every teaching job
> has its stressful side. How badly do you want to teach?
> Best wishes on your decisions.

Thank you for your response and advise. I feel so much better
knowing that there is a way out. I do not want to be a teacher
anymore, I am moving on to something else. Thank you and best
wishes to you too.

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