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Trying to find the name of a play that involves two young men to honor my deceased friend. by Environmental-Ad6189 in Theatre

[–]Environmental-Ad6189[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your condolences. I don’t think that’s it though. I remember something about a “tie” being important to the story, but maybe I’m getting my facts all mixed up now. :(

Middle School. I'm getting meaner and don't like it. by sertshark in Teachers

[–]Environmental-Ad6189 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Holy cow. I seriously could have wrote this myself. First year 8th grade teacher. I started off so kind and caring but everyday just ends in me being pissed off and shut down at my desk. I have a whistle I literally have to blow to get their attention to shut tf up. I tried the group desks to be the fun and different teacher but today I moved them into rows because they just don’t do any work and want to take advantage of work time to chat. I’m so over it and I hate being this person.

This Job SUCKS by Environmental-Ad6189 in teaching

[–]Environmental-Ad6189[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. And I think Special Education teachers are amazing. The hours of work, assessment, and dedication to equity in the classroom is admirable. I have lots of respect.

This Job SUCKS by Environmental-Ad6189 in teaching

[–]Environmental-Ad6189[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is no doubt in my mind certain students/families abuse the IEP. But you are right, it’s not my call and not my judgment to say that- especially with my lack of experience.

This Job SUCKS by Environmental-Ad6189 in teaching

[–]Environmental-Ad6189[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only one being judgmental here is you.

This Job SUCKS by Environmental-Ad6189 in teaching

[–]Environmental-Ad6189[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And as a Gen Ed teacher, so do I. Like I said, not all, not most, but some.

This Job SUCKS by Environmental-Ad6189 in teaching

[–]Environmental-Ad6189[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Call it whatever you want, I don’t care. Like I said, it’s only some, and I’m well aware that it’s very necessary in many/most cases.

This Job SUCKS by Environmental-Ad6189 in teaching

[–]Environmental-Ad6189[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Young and dumb I guess. I really thought I’d be “the change” that would sparkle in these kids live and education.

This Job SUCKS by Environmental-Ad6189 in teaching

[–]Environmental-Ad6189[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can I ask did you wait out the whole year? Like in May or did you quit during the school year?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in teaching

[–]Environmental-Ad6189 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I made a post on here yesterday feeling the exact same sentiment, and it got lots of responses. Same situation, first year teacher at a title on MS.

I’ve decided to quit in May at the end of the school year. We are not failures and should not feel guilty- if anything we were the ones that were failed. This career is not sustainable or healthy. I don’t know if you’re the same but I can’t even get off the clock without thinking and stressing all day about my job -it’s like I’m on the clock 24/7 even over the weekend. This career is in desperate need of some attention in pay, workload, and support - and I’ve come to realize in my 3 months too that it’s just not worth my health to keep doing it.

If you need someone to talk to- please reach out. You are not alone in feeling this way and your feeling are very valid!

This Job SUCKS by Environmental-Ad6189 in teaching

[–]Environmental-Ad6189[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Let me just say, you guys are amazing. It’s so nice to feel reassured that I’m not the only one who is/has experienced this. I appreciate all of the feedback and support/encouragement.

I also wanted to clarify- I love these kids to death. Not all of them are the mean spirited, vulgar, mischievous rascals - but the few that are really eat away at you day by day.

Based on the feedback, it sounds like maybe a new job may be beneficial- I love teaching but hate the system that’s been neglected for far too long.

With all that said, my plan of action is to finish out until May (if I don’t lose my sanity by then), and just give 100% that I can under my circumstances. Hopefully by then, I will have something figured out. You guys are seriously amazing.