life after teaching?

mbcorva

I've been teaching elem PE for the past 6 years, and I despise my job.  Partially because of the school I'm at, my admin, and some of the kids (I literally had a kid tell me to go f*** myself with no consequence from admin when they were written up and sent to the office).  Any other teachers who just couldn't do it anymore?  What did you do next?  TIA!

AppleCider11

I know the feeling...I taught one year and knew I could not do it for the rest of my life.  I experienced similar problems.  I found a job in a registrar's office at a college and did that for 3.5 years and now I work in international programs (and the registrar's office) doing study abroad and advising international students.  I love it! Best decision I ever made! Good luck

christieep

I struggle with trying to make this decision a lot.  I love what I do in my classroom, but the constant changes that the state tries to make to "improve" education drive me crazy.  They never stick around long, are minimally effective, and are a huge waste of my time when I am forced to sit through training on them.  These things make me want to look into another profession.  Anything that remotely appeals to me as another career would require me to go back to college full time.  I guess the fact that my day to day experience isn't so bad keeps me from seriously looking into anything.  I would recommend looking into what education you would need for alternative jobs so you can start that while still employed.

hklinger

I am also a teacher and I love it.  I wouldn't want to do anything else. This might be harsh, but if you are not happy then leave! I say that because there are tons of teachers out there that can't find jobs so it not fair that you are not allowing other people to come in and do what they want to do. Maybe it's just your school, but if you truly feel like teaching is not for you, then don't stay.

OUKatie

browneyed bride:

I am also a teacher and I love it.  I wouldn't want to do anything else. This might be harsh, but if you are not happy then leave! I say that because there are tons of teachers out there that can't find jobs so it not fair that you are not allowing other people to come in and do what they want to do. Maybe it's just your school, but if you truly feel like teaching is not for you, then don't stay.

Um, that's what she's trying to do. No need to jump all over someone for being burnt out. Geez. Clearly reading comprehension isn't your strong suit...

cahistoryteacher

I'm feeling this too. I'm going to go back to school to get a masters that will let me stay in teaching (should my administration change and the mood here improves) or get out if I want to and get into a different field. I like working with kids so I'm going into sport psychology so I can work with student athletes.

mbcorva

Well said, Katie!  That's exactly what I was going to say to her also...I am leaving at the end of this year, despite the fact that I have nothing lined up yet for next year.  The whole point of the post was to see what else people did when they left the profession.

kcpokergal

I would suggest trying another school before giving up entirely, but my sister taught elementary school for 4 years and now works with insurance and retirement accounts and loves it. 

 I've also seen former teachers move into corporate training fairly often. 

hklinger

Seriously, I didn't think I was being harsh.. I just know  so many teachers that can't get jobs. There is no reason to jump down my throat...and my reading comprehension is just fine.  I was just expressing my opinion like everyone else on here.

mbcorva

My original post wasn't "should I or shoudn't I stay in this profession," I wanted to know what others did after they left, as I am doing.  I don't need to hear that's it's not fair to stay when there's others who want to get in.  Just because I despise my job, doesn't make me any less of a teacher.  Despite my feelings, I am an excellent teacher who gives it my all everyday.  And FWIW, I have put in for a transfer to ANY other school in my district (over 25 schools) for the past three years.  I can't even tell you how many teachers who are also interested in a change, hear that's it's this particular school they could go to, and flat out refuse.

sept04brideinMD

If you are open to furthering your education (like in a project management/MBA field) you could probably get on with a corporate agency and do training, etc. like a pp mentioned.  I am actually a teacher (3rd grade - 5th year) and though I do still like my job - I am considering moving out of the general ed classroom and doing SpEd next year.  BUT, MH is seriously considering opportunities in another state where the education system is poorly run, and paid pennies so I am applying to other industries like I suggested for you.  I have a management background prior to my teaching experience so I am hopeful that will help.

Good luck   I wonder though if you would be happy in a different school, content area or role in education?  Have you considered moving to administration?  In MD, you have to complete the Praxis test for another area - and then you are certified to teach there - no classes required.

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