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Pregnant teacher
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I am a music teacher that was laid off last year due to budget cuts. I lost my job while on maternity leave with my first, and decided to take the year off to raise my son. Now I am looking for a job but I am due again with my 2nd in November. While I know that schools can't discriminate for pregnancy, how likely do you think it is that I would get a teaching job knowing that I will be going out for maternity leave in the beginning of the school year?
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I think it all depends on the district and the pool of applicants for the open position.
My district has hired 2 pregnant employees over the past 3 years. One was a physics teacher- it HIGH demand, and the other was a guidance counselor with TONS of experience in special needs situations.
I'd still apply to places, you never know how many other music teachers are out there looking. Also, I agree with the pp- make sure you clearly state your plans for your maternity leave (lessons, etc) and how you'll quickly re-enter the school after its over.
I graduated in December and am fully certified to teach. That being said, I was going to find a job as a first year teacher, however, turns out I am due right when school starts so I would miss the first two months, which I do not want to do because I feel like that is a really important time to establish your class and get to know your students.
As an alternative (because I don't think I could be a first year teacher and a first time mom) is to continue substitute teaching. I would actually recommend this, it is so nice! You show up right when school starts and leave right when school ends, no planning!! (Unless you are a long term sub of course). Plus, it is really flexible. You can choose what days you want to work and if you want a week off you don't have to tell/ask anyone.
Sorry, but I agree that your chances are slim.
I would focus on subbing for this year. I would start looking for long term positions that will start after you have your baby. Like pp, I would also try to sub in districts in which you would like to work. This could be a good way to get back in. On the bright side, subbing may be an easier way to transition back into work after having a baby.
I totally agree that it depends on the district. I think if you were due at the very beginning of the year it would be more of an issue. Since you are due in November you will have time to establish a classroom environment. I think if you are the most impressive person they interview your pregnancy shouldn't be an issue. I say this having been on the interview committee many times at my school. If you are what is good for them in the long term, your pregnancy shouldn't matter.