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Any single parents stationed overseas? I'm looking into admin positions which may require overnight travel. Would it be difficult for me to find overnight care for my daughters, 6 & 8? I'm looking for a position in the Pacific region.
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educatormama Thanks for sharing your insight haha!
Apr 19, 2019
someday I am a single parent and overseas. My child is a little older so no care needed now. I was single when I was enlisted, also. Every military community i have encountered (even here overseas) has many moms willing to watch children. The military offers registration for the home-based care also. I don't think you would have any trouble. I would recomm...See More
Apr 19, 2019
educatormama Thanks someday, that's good to know. How has your experience been as a single mom over seas? I would appreciate any tips you may have. I've taught overseas before but it was before I had children so I'm sure it's quite different with little ones.
Apr 19, 2019
RJ Admins tend to work long hours, and often weekends. The system is turning very paperwork heavy and stressful. As a mom, I would wait until your kiddos were a little older.....
Apr 21, 2019
educatormama Thanks for sharing your insight RJ, I will definitely take this into consideration. I've been an admin for about 7 years now, so I'm used to the long hours and paperwork but being overseas alone with the girls without a support system will be undoubtedly more challenging.
Apr 21, 2019


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