Job Junk

Feb 03, 2010

Well, my job situation finally came to a head.  As an elementary music teacher, part of my job is to give programs with the kids at PTA meetings.  We prepare for these all year.  They include dancing, instruments, singing, and costumes.  A lot of hard work by a lot of people goes into these performances, and the kids are always so excited.

Yesterday was supposed to be the PTA program for my second and third graders.  They were so excited... speaking parts and solos were handed out, and the program was ALL the kids could talk about.  Then, the principal came into my classroom and told me a parent had complained that their kid didn't know all the words to the songs by memory.  Mind you, we have been working on these songs ALL YEAR.  Sooooo... the principal decided to CANCEL my program without talking to me first.  I found out when an email circulated about it. 

I am fuming.  I went to school to teach... I am a professional.  I think I know how to put together a PTA program.  And yet, my expertise means nothing because the administration will cower in the face of any parental complaint.  So I'm in MORE trouble than I was before, and for something that I don't feel I did wrong.

I turned in my letter of resignation today for next year.  It's obvious that I wouldn't be getting a renewal on my contract anyway, so I figured I might as well save face and just do myself in.  I don't know that I want to teach again for a looooong time... if ever. 

I have profound money trouble.  So... I got a second job as a waitress at Cracker Barrel!  I only work there a few hours a week, but it will provide a much-needed supplemental income.  And sadly, I would MUCH rather be there than at school.

On the upside... I am now down 53 pounds from my highest weight, 43 of which has been lost since surgery!  Yay!

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