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I keep reading about how awful it is to be a teacher from some. I am currently in school now and have been going back and forth between whether to pursue a teaching degree or go into social work. I think I would enjoy teaching, but then I hear others say how low the pay is and that they spend a lot of time working even when they get home. And, then...See MoreI keep reading about how awful it is to be a teacher from some. I am currently in school now and have been going back and forth between whether to pursue a teaching degree or go into social work. I think I would enjoy teaching, but then I hear others say how low the pay is and that they spend a lot of time working even when they get home. And, then I have heard some things about Social Security that I am not even certain if I understand.
I have to be honest about my situation. My husband is not in the best of health and I have a child that takes up a lot of time and energy (special needs) and I am not sure what his needs will be as he gets closer to adulthood. He will eventually be able to live independently, but he will need help.
Both occupations are demanding careers, but I truely can't see myself doing anything else. I want to do something that will help others. I do have a heart for children with disabilities and their families because as a parent of one, I have probably felt every emotion they have felt at one time or the other. And, I have seen my child struggle in every area of his life, especially school. I have had to figure out how to help him with assignments in rather unconventional ways, but it worked and he eventually learned the material.
I do have to add that I am not a genius. I earn every A I get. Math is my hardest subject, while English/Writing comes natural for me and I do enjoy History (although, that may be in part to my wonderful History professor).
Should I even give teaching a second thought? I am really at a point where I need to make a decision before I drive myself crazy over this.
by Bfly Donna
May 31, 2010
I am clearing out old teaching resources. From commercially available teaching guides in math, science, and communication arts, to VHS tapes, cassette tapes of children's music, to magazines from the Mailbox Center, I have much to share for the teacher willing to to do a little digging to fill out some files and subjects.
I have a marble m...See MoreI am clearing out old teaching resources. From commercially available teaching guides in math, science, and communication arts, to VHS tapes, cassette tapes of children's music, to magazines from the Mailbox Center, I have much to share for the teacher willing to to do a little digging to fill out some files and subjects.
I have a marble maze for play or physics lessons, Box It and Bag It math for first/second grade or kindergarten centers, Success in Reading for communication arts supplementing, and I'm sure a pile of stuff I have not even excavated yet.
Please contact before June 21, 2010 through the above email. Must be able to pick up in person, NO shipping will be done.
I am looking for a teacher in Missouri to join my postcard exchange for the 10-11 school year. This is a highly organized exchange and has been going strong for 6+ years. Please email me if you are interested or have questions! Thanks in advance!
Jennifer [email removed]
I was asked at an interview if you were doing one of your hobbies, and the principal came in and asked you to get the students ready for testing, what would you do?
Looking for a second grade class from your state to do a Post Card Exchange. If interested email me your name, School/address and school email. I will send more info later. tu
Has anyone received their (probably last!) Career ladder check yet? When does your school normally issue them? We've received ours as late as August before. None here yet.
I've used up all of my faves. Does anyone have a good one to suggest? Looking for something with a character ed kind of theme...teamwork, respect, etc.
by HistoryTunes
Aug 11, 2010
Hello Fellow Teachers! We are NYC public school teachers who have developed a new and exciting product for seconday US History. [link removed]!
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NOT because of the career itself - but because of the mess that education has become in this country within the last five years.
On 5/12/10, Darci wrote:...See More