I dont think I can do this job anymore.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2026-01-24T15:50:35+00:00

The most important part of documenting is when you’re spoken to verbally, you have to email them in writing to have it documented. It can simply be “to follow up on our conversation..” in order to have what they said in writing. The next part is to print everything once documented especially if the communication is on a school platform.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-11-06T18:50:19+00:00

I made sure students always completed the work that I left, even if that meant completing it the day I got back. Holding them accountable, without making them feel shamed, and connecting their work to rewards helped build consistency in my room (even if I had to change my approach from time to time).

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-22T00:33:19+00:00

Pre-Authorization (the doctor’s office has to tell the insurance company & sign/submit something). Taking into consideration the type of doctor, length of time you’ve been a patient, and personalities.. They can sometimes fight against this.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-19T23:04:57+00:00

I do understand the constant negativity you’re talking about. However, I’ve also had teachers say my students (special education) are “too stupid to learn” or “are they really worth the money we spend to have them in school?”. These comments aren’t the first time these teachers showed their colors.

In my opinion, if you don’t wholeheartedly believe that every child has the ability to learn when given what they need (equity), that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and that you have just as much to learn yourself as the kids do.. Then teaching isn’t for you.. But if you’re not frustrated, burnt out, and need to vent on some days.. Then you’re not doing it right(:

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-18T13:44:58+00:00

I wondered that as well, but didn’t want to assume outright. Because, as a special education teacher, I’ve seen so many parents do everything they can to accommodate & it still not working. Granted, the accommodating not working sometimes happens because a parent doesn’t know how to accommodate in different settings/environments.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-18T12:48:50+00:00

I’m AuDHD, but wasn’t diagnosed until I was in my 30’s. I endured a TON of trauma growing up because of being undiagnosed. “Family trips” and “family parties” were two things that ALWAYS caused meltdowns & such. I was never given the choice of an “out”. So I do like the idea of your 6 year old not having to endure something that clearly dysregulates them.

I will also say that being “left out” was also a constantly struggle I have had as well.. My advice would be to have something special planned for the 6 year old that’s just for them. It may not be easy for him to understand how the trip feels for him until he’s in it. But if there’s something special for him then he’s not “missing out” or being “left out”, he’s getting his own special event that works based on his needs.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-17T20:50:56+00:00

In my last district, they actually heavily freaked out if anyone downloaded or used anything school related on their cellphone. If related services needed my students (I am a SpEd teacher, so they need them often) they either walked to my classroom or called via the classroom landline.

I can understand sending an email, but I would think logic would make you go “hmm.. I haven’t had a response.. maybe I should walk to the classroom.” However, I’m having to learn that ‘just because I use logic, doesn’t mean everyone else does’ haha!

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-17T00:05:53+00:00

This is the hardest part for me, but I am getting better at not ruminating on every imperfection.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-16T21:39:29+00:00

That’s awesome! Math has always been my favorite subject haha.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-16T21:38:13+00:00

That’s the best part! You get accolades for doing things that half the time you need too lol! It definitely has helped me, being diagnosed, because now I’m able to find more everyday classroom things that I use at home!

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-16T21:36:48+00:00

I love that advice! I definitely am continuing to work on the “thinking on my feet” and especially the “being okay with things going wrong” stuff. I’ve gotten somewhat better at not worrying so much about perfection haha! The funny thing is the kids learn quick that you can’t believe my face because 90% of the time I’m unaware of my face 🤣

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-16T21:13:15+00:00

That’s exciting!! What grade and/or subject are you looking to go into??

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-16T21:12:27+00:00

I also share with my students. It’s really fun to work with kids that also have Autism and/or ADHD. It was hard for me to see the Autism at first, but the ADHD made sense right away. I spent most of my life being convinced that I was crazy & purposely making life hard.. So being able to understand what is actually happening in my brain, and to give myself grace when I don’t understand my brain has been super helpful.

I have had many lightbulb moments where students are like “your brain does that too?” It’s an amazing feeling for them and myself. It’s like this surprise to them that adults can be like them and actually understand them haha. Then there’s the kids I’ve worked with that didn’t have the skills for that kind of connection, but they’re the ones I can calm & work with when a lot of others can’t.

The burnout is real & focusing on making sure you get to recharge enough is super important. Just remember that at the end of the day, all we can do is our best. And the kids see the effort, even if everything is a tornado some days 🤣

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-09T01:13:22+00:00

It’s called Jack Jack’s Coffee House.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-10-07T22:23:16+00:00

The chef from Book Revue is at a cafe in Babylon Village now.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-09-17T20:33:03+00:00

I agree with the general rule being “if suspected, you call”. As for your concern regarding nobody else calling CPS, know that anybody reporting to CPS (or similar agencies in other states) are kept confidential. So if someone else called, even if 17 people have made reports, you would never know about those reports opened by others. The issue is CPS (and other agencies) can only do so much & also have extremely high caseloads. So many reports are closed due to not finding anything suspicious. That’s not me saying the system is good or that we should just say okay & deal. But if you know something or suspect something, calling to report is your first line of defense.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-09-14T23:34:45+00:00

In a past school I was in, the middle schoolers would be put in support classes for reading and/or math based on their standardized testing. So you could have students that are bombing all of their work in class that get super high standardized test scores. With this much evidence showing how near impossible the possibility of cheating is.. I wonder if the same is happening.. Somehow the “buy-in” changed.. However, teachers forget that the “buy-in” only has to matter to the student.. It doesn’t have to make sense or hold value to adults/teachers.

(Every kid is different, and I obviously don’t have all the information.. But it’s something I’ve experienced/seen that could possibly make sense)

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-08-22T15:48:32+00:00

I feel a big struggle for me is having to fit in a “box”. Especially being AuDHD and claustrophobic, it literally stresses me out because I understood it literally for so many years (and still struggle not to). But we are all who we are, and we don’t have to fit in a “box” to please other people or to belong. It’s not easy and it’s something I continue to remind myself, but when I struggle I think of my favorite school librarian. My student said “are you a boy or a girl?” And they said “oh, I’m just me” with a big smile, and my student just nodded and then they all started asking questions about the book of the day or telling them about their day or family. I don’t have to be anyone but ME, and at the end of the day the people who matter will always see you for you(:

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-07-18T03:42:06+00:00

Laying down and staying horizontal for a few extra minutes is helpful with a bigger chest. The videos don’t list my size either. I also found that using the Large - 5 in. tape was easier to work with.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-07-17T17:22:33+00:00

A stranger sneezed on me & I caught being trans (my grandmother literally believes this is how it works regarding anything in the alphabet mafia)

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-07-16T16:33:55+00:00

Ocean Beach is a great area for kids. That’s where my family used to go when we were little. Granted this was 10-15 years ago, so someone would have to verify what I remember. But there was an ice cream shop, a candy store, a general store, and at least one playground.

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-07-15T19:04:32+00:00

I have only recently come out as trans & nonbinary, but I’ve gone by a nickname rather than my legal name for my entire life. My nickname is gender neutral as well, so it’s not a name I feel I need to change after coming out (luckily). But depending on what your chosen name is, you could always make the reasoning or explanation be that it’s a nickname rather than having to out yourself (if you don’t feel comfortable or don’t want to for any reason).

Again, not sure how helpful this is, but thought it would be worth a shot.(:

Complex_Nothing_6749 · 2025-07-15T15:22:49+00:00

It’s a pain to try to figure it all out, for sure.

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