After 20+ years of being in the classroom, I had to make a quick exit in an attempt to regain my own humanity and live life once more.
I had a job yesterday. It was a beautiful couple. After I returned home, I unloaded and ran to Publix. In an effort to save money, I cooked my dinner. Sleep found me soon. Little Birdie did not get his night time towel. My morning began at the beach and [...]
At this point in the game, I can tell you that remaining in education is asking to cast in the role of a victim. When a student does something wrong, the parent questions you as if you are at fault for the child's actions. Constant hovering suddenly occurs along with [...]
After twenty plus years in the classroom, I turned in the keys to my room for good. I couldn't even finish the year. It had become unbearable. Double classes, disrespectful students, entitled parents, increased expectations, and poor compensation in a post pandemic era had finally taken its toll. The one [...]
Recovering from teacher burn out is a process. I have been out of the classroom for over a month now. Life is calmer. I am not always rushing or avoiding people. There is more time in my schedule to breathe and have feelings. It is a relief to be able [...]
As the school year began, I knew that the writing was on the wall. My principal was set to retire at the end of the school year. In my heart, I knew that I could not serve under another principal. This is the boss that hired me into the system [...]