A year ago, I began this blog, then ignored it. It was meant
as a means of documenting my last year in the classroom, where I’d discuss how
I made my transition to a new career. The truth is, I spent much of the past
year floundering, trying to figure out what I wanted to do, and being
overwhelmed. Many of my students were difficult and dealing with the challenges
drained me, but it also added to my resolve to leave.
Earlier this month, I
officially resigned from a fifteen-year teaching career. And I decided to chase
my real goal: to work from home as a freelance writer. So I’m back, and I’ll be
sharing ideas and tips for my fellow teachers who need and want to do something
different. Maybe you’re a veteran who knows in your heart it’s time to go. Or
maybe you’re a recently minted teacher, frustrated by the current job market
and ready to consider alternatives. I hope this is helpful.
