Re: How do you know when it’s time to go?

by M

Jan 30, 2018

How do you know when it's time to throw in the towel? I'm at a new school this year and have never been so stressed in my life. There is zero behavior support and the behaviors are awful.

Our team tries to come up with solutions to no avail or support. We are constantly belittled by admin and spoken to like we are idiots. They constantly tell us what we are doing wrong instead of trying to help with solutions. On top of this, there is absolutely no respect for women.

It is literally making me sick to think about going to work each day. My migraines that were gone for two years are back, I'm constantly sick to my stomach, and my anxiety is through the roof. I have also cried more in half a year than 6 years at my other position.

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Theo M, congratulations on coming to a decision. I imagine you will feel greatly relieved once you're out of that terrible environment! All my best, ~Theo

Feb 5, 2018

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Rukshana Musa Hi, I am sorry to hear about the issues you are facing at your new school. I would suggest not to give up as it is always difficult when you start at a new school and the students don't know you well yet. Some of these techniques might be beneficial for minor behaviour and major behaviour issues should be dealt with based on the schools behaviour m...See More

Feb 11, 2018

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Feb 11, 2018

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Linda M, so sorry you are having such a rough go of this. While you decide what to do long term, I join Rukshana in offering some coping techniques. Otis Kriegel has been teaching for the past 15 years throughout the country, all grades, lots of experience that he's passed on at conferences and workshops to hundreds of new and veteran teachers alike--as ...See More

Feb 22, 2018

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Linda M, just noticed a prior post a couple of weeks ago that you've decided to leave the school after all, and give your notice to leave. If you haven't left quite yet, or something changed, I hope the articles I mentioned will help in the meantime. All the best to you!

Feb 22, 2018

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