I have decided to substitute teach in Oregon and apply for a permanent position as soon as one opens. I researched and found out I can get a transitional credential and have three years to do the classes and test for an Oregon credential. I love kids and it is a six hour day, not really but at leasts the prep and homework can be home in my recliner. I wish I could afford to wait on my disability but I just can't. I need my independence. I think Brett is ready to bail and I don't want to be caught without any means to support my family. I am not angry with Brett, he did the best he could but I have realized I would be stupid to depend on him. We have already talked and his son wants to live with ME. Brett has agreed if that is what his son wants. One way or the other, life goes on. I just hope I can show confidence when I am interviewing. I have decided I have to tell them about my RA. They will find out soon enough.
ABSOLUTELY
Go for it. I was a substitute teacher for several years and LOVED it.
Depending on the rules for oregon, you may be able to sub, and maybe even have a long term gig.
Depending on the grade levels you get, you may have little to no physical activity up to a LOT of activity. I had to quit because I wasn't even able to walk a class full of kids to the lunch room, or outside incase of fire drills.
If you have a day like the one Mark took off from today, he taught 3 classes, ran a study hall, supervised the lunch room and had a prep period. Other days he doesn't stop teaching long enough to go to the bathroom.
Lower grade levels tend to require more active participation, more walking during the day, and usually only one prep period, otherwise you are with your kiddies all the time except lunch and if they have a "special" class like art music or gym. If you sub in the lower elementary grades expect to be active and in your room from about 8 am to 4 pm.
It sounds like a good plan roxy.
Hi Roxy~~~That sounds like a good plan , but like Kathy said, choose one that fits your needs if you can. You are a very intellegent woman Roxy so if this doesn't work, you can just move on.
I am so excited. I already got a reply to a resume I sent in to tutor. They said they were impressed with my resume and wanted to schedule an interview. I am going to call tomorrow. It pays an hour and I have tutored reading in the past. Only three hours a day but I could do it and sub if I want. No benefits but I can see what I am able to do, get my transitional credential and easily get my OR credential. I want to teach at-risk kids. I have worked with them a lot and I communicate with them well.
I told Brett he has to get a night job so someone will be with the kids all the time. I am not running out and getting divorced - I am just not going to be with Brett because I have to be. I think he is in for a rude awakening
So I look forward to this interview. I don't want to sound egotistical but I have never had an interview that I did not get the job. I am just not intimidated easily and I know I have the skills. Now if RA just does not get in the way. I think I will tell them I cannot lift as I really can't. I used to be so strong
PS Kathy, I have done substitute and student teaching so I have a good idea what I am in for. I would love third grade or at risk high school.
Roxy,
I think you are doing what is right and that the pieces will all come together after you get moved. I still think Brett is going to get his act together. But I also would take the same steps as you under the circumstances.
I hope this will be good for you. Once you are happy again I expect Brett will come around. Funny how when you re-gain your indepence it all changes for the good.
I have taken care of myself since I was 17. I have a partner that won't tip over if I lean on him, but I do my best to stand on my own.
I did a phone interview today. Seems like she liked me. I am getting a "board interview" in Portland on guess what day. FRIDAY THE 13TH. I am actually getting excited about going back to work. This is only 10-15 hours a week but it is a start. I am just pretty much ignoring Brett. I can't take on his bad attitude.
PS Did water exercise today. IT FELT SOOOOOOOOO GOOD
The very best to you, Honey
Trisha
Since you know what you're in for I say even stronger go for it. I student taught 16 weeks in grade 3 best time of my life. In a perfect world I would have a regular 3rd grade class. I also taught at risk kids for a year. Hey Roxy. Good luck with the new job opportunity. I'm sure you will do just fine. Anyone can do anything they set thier mind to. Too bad to hear about your relationship troubles though. And in your first post, you said that "his son" wants to live with you. So am I correct to assume that Brett's son is actually your step-son? I find that interesting that his son would chose to live with you rather than his actual father. And the reason I find that interesting is because the same thing happened with my fiance. She got divorced, and one of her step-sons decided he'd rather stay with her than his real father. Not only does that not say a lot about the father, but it really says a lot about the step-mother in question. My fiance is a wonderful woman and I can see why her ex-husbands son decided to stay behind. So if the same logic applies, then that must make you one terrific woman also.
Good luck with everything, Jesse I just lucked out Jesse. Brett's son and I are very close and we communicate better than he does with his father. I love my step son like a son. He is a great kid. I don't want to analyze it because I am just glad to have this relationship. Also, my daughter Kelsey adores Brett so who knows - lol. I have known Colton for three years and we stayed in touch the last year when he went back to his mom via computer. It kept our relationship close.
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