I have been retired for a year and a half now. I am
somewhat bored and have not found my place yet. We moved to
a new town. It is a small town. I also was able to retire at
a very young age for retirement. I am only 53.

I was told that the high school is looking for a special ed
teacher. The person they have in the position right now is
really not qualified and is just holding the spot until they
find someone who is.

I am certified to teach special ed birth - 21 years and have
done it for many years, but at the elementary level.
I called today just to get information. The Vice-principal
was excited, but said they weren't interviewing until the
end of November and the person would start in January.

I told him, that I was actually calling because I wanted to
interview them. I want to know what type of special ed
students, what "other duties" I would have,etc. So tomorrow
I am going in at 10 a.m. to tour the school, talk to the
person that is teaching the class, meet the students, meet
the assistants and find the answers to my questions.

I then told him that if I was satisfied and interested, I
would turn in my application. It is nice not to "need" the
job or the money. I just still have the heart and wish to
teach. Maybe I will apply, maybe just getting back into the
school will make me come to my senses. I have talked to
some people that teach in this district. They are very happy
with the principals and other administration.

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