Everytime I take a substitute job, I see myself as playing a part...I am a third grade teacher, an Art teacher, or maybe I'm playing the part of a Music teacher. Sometimes, I get to be Librarian (glasses and all). Maybe I see it this way because I am a writer, a creative person and it puts me where I need to be mentally for that day. I try to have fun with each of my teaching assignments, because some days it really isn't fun.
Just like in acting, not everyone is right for the part. If I play a part...let's say a Kindergarten teacher, for the day, I usually find out right away, it isn't the right part or assignment for me. So next time, I may be better at choosing my assignments. It takes a lot of patience to be a substitute teacher; and it's not the job for everyone. I have been doing it for five years now, and I have been told time and again that I'm really good at this or that...and they want me back. So, I guess, I get proverbial actor's call back... One of my favorite things about being a Substitute teacher is my schedule. I am able to choose when I work, where I work and how long I work, depending on which jobs I sign up for; I have control over my time.
Every day is like a "first day of school," experience. If that is what you are looking for, a job that is different and challenging, and you get out for the Summer, then you should give substitute teaching a try...but if you are looking for a part that is going to last for a long duration, then you should find something more stable.
The next post on teaching: I will share some of my good, bad, and unbelievable moments of teaching.
Thanks.
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