Since my last post (a long time ago), I have completed student teaching, graduated college, and have been jobless... The search is on, but I haven't had much luck in the hunt for a teaching job. My applications are out, but no calls for interviews. It is becoming very disappointing and heartbreaking. I worked extremely hard for the past few years and feel as though I did all that work for nothing. My motivation and confidence are slowing disappearing.
I know I can be a substitute teacher which will be great - I'll be making some money and getting my face out there. I just feel as though I would be settling for 2nd best. My heart is set on a full-time teaching position where I can work with students and help them succeed. That is what I want. I may be a little ahead of myself by complaining though. Many sources I've spoken with have told me to be patient and that jobs would be opening up at the end of July and early August due to enrollment figures. I do hope they're right.
On a better note - - I have spent the summer so far enjoying the comfort of my home and my two wonderful dogs. I have started a laundry list of tasks and am running low on motivation and energy to complete it! I have repainted the livingroom, hallway, front door, bathroom, and bathroom cabinets, we put in a small grill patio, I organized the office to make it super functional and to store all the great things my mentor teacher gave me for my future classroom, and rearranged the furniture in the bedroom. That list may not sound like much, but it has all taken time. We are eager to complete our small house renovation by replacing the siding and windows this fall and adding a large deck with another patio for entertaining in the back. We also hope to replace the carpets with new wood floors in the main house and carpet in the bedrooms! It will be quite a transformation!! The kitchen is also going to be updated with a coat of paint on the cabinets and a new countertop and eventually new stainless steel appliances. The bathroom is going to be completed with a tile floor, new counter and new tub/shower!!! There are so many things left to do..but little money. I was told that was the way it all works once you own your own home ;)
Anyway. Tyler and I are doing pretty good. He is very supportive and understanding with my job search and looks forward to the day I start bringing home a paycheck!! Many may be wondering about when we will expand our family of 4 to 5 with a human child, not furry child. That all depends on when I start my career as a full-time classroom teacher. Everyone - - Keep your fingers crossed!!!
I will try to post again sooner. Hopefully there will be many great things to share with everyone!
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