1 1/2 - 2 weeks recovery?

I have my surgery on 9/20 (5 days from now), but just got recommended for a first grade teaching position. I told the principal that I would be having surgery, and she said that it should not affect the hiring process because it will take a couple of weeks to get references, background checks, and school board approval. I am have lap RNY and need to know how probable it is to begin a job teaching 1st graders that soon after surgery. I am also enrolled full time in graduate school. Feeling a little overwhelmed, but if I can get through the next couple of weeks, things should settle down.

Hey Carliss, I had my surgery a few days after we got out for the summer, so I really didn't have to worry about work. I do have children and had my 2 year old on my own within 4 or 5 days after surgery. You will probably get run down and tired easily. But, I think where there's a will there's a way. Go for it!! Christie 245/150/? who knows

I had lap-rny on Monday, 8/22, the first day of school. I was back in my classroom two weeks later. I could have taken off more time, but I felt ready to be back. My energy level was low so I needed to take a nap when I got home. I sat a little more in the afternoon just for the break off my feet. I teach 5th grade. Good luck! Jackie

I am really grateful to read your posts on this topic. I'm having my Lap RNY the first day of T-giving break because I want to have that week to lie around, then maybe work 1/2 days until Winter Break. I hope that you're doing ok Carliss.