Funny Things Kids Say

"Everyone knows Girls are Custodians and Boys are Janitors."   Said by a student when the female custodian was asked what her job is. 

Custodian

So now we know the difference!  ;-)

Personality Flaw

My nearest school district has a personality test as part of their substitute vetting process.  For the last two years they have not accepted me as a sub in their district.  Apparently, I have some major personality flaw that shows up in the test.  Too bad for all of those other districts that accepted me!  ;-)

 

School Is In Session

Here in the Northwest, school starts the day after Labor Day for most schools.  Summer, I will miss you dearly.  I love to stay up late!  I hate hearing the phone ring at 5am, even if it means work.  I have tried like crazy to get a job for this school year, and it just hasn't happened.  Nearly every district in my state laid people off and the hiring they are doing is mostly bringing those laid off back on the job.  I can't even get a part time Instructional Assistant job.  I don't feel cut out for subbing.  Friends of mine enjoyed subbing so much this year that they didn't even try to get a job.

I am going to keep applying for everything, and hopefully something will come up.  A Superintendent friend of mine told me that the best time for new teachers to get a job is after the school year has started.  Many schools add teachers after the year starts because the numbers allow for another classroom.  He said not to give up hope, so I will try not to.

Federal Teacher Programs

Partial Loan Cancellation Programs  these aren't for subs.  You must work full time for 5 years at a low income school in order to qualify.

HUD Good Neighbor Next Door Program for Teachers, Police, and Fire.

Dear Math, I'm Not a Therapist. Solve Your Own Problems!

I love this graphic and saying.  I got it on this great free graphics blog.  http://meinlilapark.blogspot.com

Take a Break

I was just reading this article about schools not having outdoor play areas.  Seriously?!?!  I can't imagine the kids not having a recess break during the school day.  I can't imagine not having that break myself!

Why Every Student Needs A Playground to Succeed

It got me thinking about breaks during the day.  In a classroom with a sub, the energy and anxiety for students is increased.  One of the best ways to relieve some of that energy is to give the kids a break.  If you can't let them outside on a non-recess time, as least play a game in the room or let older kids just chat with friends between activities.  They will appreciate, and hopefully come back to the learning environment refreshed and ready to listen.

• Energizing Brain Breaks
• Pro Teacher Community Brain Breaks Ideas

Jobs, Jobs, Jobs!

It's almost time to go back to school.  Don't forget to get registered for subbing in all of your neighborhood districts.

Not enough work?

Think about alternative sources for subbing jobs.....

• Private Schools
• You may not need to follow a certain religious principle to be a sub at a teligious school.
• Charter Schools
• Many of these schools do not use district substitute sources.  Contact them personally.
• Classified
• Subbing for Instructional Assistant, Afterschool Programs, Library and more.  These jobs don't pay as much but they are good fill in.
• Preschool/Daycare
• Preschools and Daycares are always in the market for substitutes.  Again, the pay will be less than districts, but a good way to cover the bills.
• Children's Museums
• Science and Play Museums often need extra help when they have big events or particularly busy times.
• Make yourself more Marketable
• Online Free and Cheap Courses