I graduated from college in May and spent the first month of post-grad life entirely consumed with uncertainty about what was coming next. I would literally feel fear then excitement then I would cry thinking about how I had no idea what I was doing with my life... I was terrified.
Thankfully I have the most supportive boyfriend, friends, and family. I struggled through a few teaching interviews and passed out a lot of resumes before deciding against moving back home. I figured staying where I had been student teaching would give me a better chance of getting a sub position/job in the area.
I was in luck! I applied to be a substitute in the county where I had done my student teaching and the BOE called me the next morning asking if I would consider a paraprofessional position.
Yes... paraprofessional. While this is not the MOST appealing idea I had considered, I did not hesitate to accept the offer. I drove to the school that afternoon and met with the principal. I had actually done some practicum work there about a year ago so it was nice to be familiar! They offered me a job on the spot and I started the next day. WHIRLWIND!
During the interview, they informed me that most of their para hires get full-time teaching positions quickly! As I begin this new phase of my life I am hopeful that it will get me where I need to be.
My foot is in the door... TEACHER OR BUST!
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