Interview

Well, last Friday I had an interview....dusted the black suit off, heels on, and realized it was an "impromptu" interview....not official, but met the super and 2 principals. This is a charter school, and I was very impressed with what they had to offer the students! SmartBoards, small class size, involved administrators.
I sent off the thank you letter asap....and it's been 5 days and still haven't heard! I'm beginning to be a tad tense!

Tomorrow....First Day of Summer for Me!

No work, no babysitting (till next week). Making a list of things I need to get done this summer, like clean the basement, organize my teacher stuff and books. Also thinking about exercise and how to get rid of stress. Stress of not getting a real job again next fall.

SO, I make plans to visit friends out of state, getting my garden producing veggies, walking Chance, emailing resumes when necessary, and of course, blogging!!! Maybe I'll get a follower or 2 eventually.

Last Sub day

Ah...my last day of substituting for my favorite school. I left without really saying goodbye to any staff or students. I know next year each teacher will have a new combination of kids, new outlook, new expectations. This school especially is dear to my heart...its where I learned to teach, yet I've been told I'll never get a job there, I need to "spread my wings."

Maybe next year.

Subbing at the end of the School Year

Not much fun for the substitute.....UNLESS the teacher has left exciting, interesting, fun things to do that have meaning for the students. The older classes understand that most grades are in, and they can just goof-off. Maybe the younger ones don't realize it yet, but they can sense something has relaxed.
Also, they are ready for the next grade and all the excitement that brings.
This will be my last week. Next week are mostly half days anyway. AND teachers really aren't taking off unless there's a workshop, or meeting. I'm ready, too.
Subs need the break as well :)

Short Week

Memorial Day already. Besides a short week, it also ushers in June, which means craziness for the substitute! Yes, kids are hot, tired, and bored with the same old routine of school. They are SO ready for the next grade and what that brings to their lives....new teachers, new classmates, more responsibility. Yes, I believe they want to be more in control of their choices.
Back to the short week. Also short for me because I need 2 days off to attend a graduation of my niece from MIT. One positive in the sub' life...taking days when necessary. Although the gravy train is coming to an end soon...with another week or two of school, who is crazy enough to sub on half days in June?

Long Work Week

But a happy one......I was in a great first grade class, was a floater, and in a K class.....I am loving the variety! However, this school I'm in, which I love, has let go one teacher and a few aides. I will NEVER get a job there, but I feel so comfortable and welcomed. Even those students that know me give me hugs and hellos. The principal always says hello, but he has also told me in my last interview with him that I need to substitute elsewhere to get a job.....maybe next year.
Anyway, enjoying this wonderful spring day!

District's Retirees

Wow...what a difference a week makes! Heard that at least 33 teachers were retiring from my district alone...and more are jumping on the bandwagon every day! One dear friend told me today...bitter-sweet she said....she loves kids and being in the classroom. Not sure what her plans are for next year, but she took the plunge. One more small door open for me! Actually, I know the more experienced teachers will get the job, those that aren't tenured as of yet and have received their notices. But I can hope, can't I???

Tomorrow is once again the day I look forward to most....my nanny job w/ the twins. Tomorrow I may venture out with them to the library! Just gotta figure out how to get the car seats strapped in.......

Also, I've been assigned the worst 2nd gr. class in the other district I sub for....the day after my nanny job. I'll pray for an easy day!