Life Update

So... a lot has happened in the past two years since my old computer died. I'm still teaching, however I am currently taking courses to obtain my administrative license (expected Summer 2018). I am also expecting a baby boy due late April 2018 so needless to say I am going to be very busy this year! I hope to document my journey as a future academic dean/assistant principal/other awesome leadership role that's even better than my wildest expectations in this space soon.

Computer issues

Still here... lots to say about my new place of employ but not enough time to get into it. My old computer finally died this weekend... more to come soon.

Back at it again...

I had an interview last Wednesday, got an offer at 7:30 the next morning, took a few days to think it over, and accepted it! I go to fill out HR stuff on Monday. God is good!

Hopeful

So, I didn't get the job... BUT I have two interviews scheduled this week--yippee! Both jobs have pros and cons, I just have to figure out what I can live with and what are my deal breakers. In an ideal scenario, I work close to home (less than a half-hour away) in an environment that fosters a healthy work-life balance. I enjoy my job, and am compensated handsomely. I am recognized as a valuable resource and am given opportunities to advance my skill set as an instructional coach and workshop facilitator. This or something better!

The best...

The best interview that I have ever had was this past Friday. Oh, it seems perfect, or as close to perfect as we can get on Earth. I don't want to say much else for fear of jinxing it!! *fingers crossed*

Reflections on interview 1.2

Second interview for the same organization. It went well! I did a 10 minute workshop demonstration then answered some follow up questions. I couldn't find the right time to bring up salary negotiations but... if they offer me the job I suppose I can discuss it then. Back to waiting :)

This must be...

a test! I'm so tempted to apply for teaching positions, specifically in a private school or suburban setting, under the false belief that it will be 'better'. If I'm honest with myself, it's not the setting that needs changing--it's me. I desperately need to find a position that fosters my creativity and/or allows me to connect with others, human to human. I know that, as it currently stands, all schools have to answer to 'someone'--be it parents, community members, board members, city, state, and/or national officials. Right now, I'm done with answering to people, at least about things (standardized test scores, results of poverty, etc.) that I don't have answers for.