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Barbara H. · 07-14-2009, 11:13 AM

Hi Jackie,
I unfortunately graduated to stage 4 five years ago. I have taught third grade for many years and in September I will be moving to 5th. It will be more work because I have to learn the new curriculum. However, I am looking forward to a change.

Teaching is hard work because you are never finished when you leave work. There is always something to do. Yes, I do have two months off in the summer, but starting in August I will be in my classroom setting it up, putting new fabric on the bulletin boards, and unpacking all all my boxes of materials and books. I will also be at a conference the week before school. During this month I have been learning the curriculum, and updating all the reading units.

THEREFORE, I DON'T KNOW HOW YOU DO IT AS A SINGLE MOTHER!!!!!!

Although teaching is exhausting, it takes my mind off my health, and I find it rewarding to have an impact on the lives of children. Nevertheless, I am on the T-DM1 trial to stay NED, and I don't know how long that will last. I basically make plans from year to year. Good luck with whatever choice you make. Many years ago when my children were young, I did teach half time, but I had to come in everyday. Now there are a few teachers in the system that only come in 2 1/2 days a week.

Good luck and best wishes with your decision.

Barbara H.

07-14-2009, 11:13 AM	#3
Barbara H. Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Newton, MA Posts: 951	Hi Jackie, I unfortunately graduated to stage 4 five years ago. I have taught third grade for many years and in September I will be moving to 5th. It will be more work because I have to learn the new curriculum. However, I am looking forward to a change. Teaching is hard work because you are never finished when you leave work. There is always something to do. Yes, I do have two months off in the summer, but starting in August I will be in my classroom setting it up, putting new fabric on the bulletin boards, and unpacking all all my boxes of materials and books. I will also be at a conference the week before school. During this month I have been learning the curriculum, and updating all the reading units. THEREFORE, I DON'T KNOW HOW YOU DO IT AS A SINGLE MOTHER!!!!!! Although teaching is exhausting, it takes my mind off my health, and I find it rewarding to have an impact on the lives of children. Nevertheless, I am on the T-DM1 trial to stay NED, and I don't know how long that will last. I basically make plans from year to year. Good luck with whatever choice you make. Many years ago when my children were young, I did teach half time, but I had to come in everyday. Now there are a few teachers in the system that only come in 2 1/2 days a week. Good luck and best wishes with your decision. Barbara H.