I currently work as a substitute teacher for a popular Childcare facility with 1 year olds to 5 year olds. It has been in operation for 20 years. I am not full-time, and there is no benefits. I have requested full-time and they have told me to be patient since no openings are available.
I recently had a job offer, it is for a Daycare teaching 15 children all are 3 years old. The pay is a $1.00 more and benefits start in 2 months of work. I will be full-time. This place is 2 years new and they want me to work immediately.
My question is, the proper thing is to give 2 weeks notice, but they want me to start this Monday. I explained that I have prior appointments as a substitute for other teachers I need to cover.
What would you do?
2007-01-06 06:20:55 · 11 answers · asked by DrPepper 6 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
As you said, the "proper thing to do is to give 2 weeks notice" to your current employer ... this is not mandatory, it is simply courtesy. A new employer should recognize and appreciate the fact that you wish to give notice (as it's likely you won't turn around and leave without notice ...).
I would contact your new employer, thank them for the offer, restate your interest and, once again, explain that you have these prior committments. If they still do not understand, perhaps suggest a compromise ... as a substitute teacher, you will not be required full-time and, therefore, could begin training at the daycare on your off days.
2007-01-06 06:30:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I would talk to who u r working 4 now, seems they just might find that full time position and match that pay for a good employee, if they do offer u this and say they say it will be a month or so, u want it all in writing as a contract. The other option is give the notice u can they can always get a temp and take this new job. Just 1 thing new place in business only 2 yrs. where as ur place 20 yrs. do u feel confident in the new place, example will they be around do they have other child care centers etc. if so and ur place of work still wont give u full time, I say go for it u have to earn a living for yourself, and have the right to better ur self! Hope this helped.
2007-01-06 06:30:30 · answer #2 · answered by bodacious baby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you've answered the store back in a civilized polite manner, you should not feel guilty about leaving for what you would consider a better business opportunity. However, make sure the company knows this as if this new venture doesn't work out, you want to be able to have something to fall back on. Good luck with your pursuit.
2016-05-22 23:24:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your current job does not seem to appreciate you. I would definately put in some kind of notice...and would most certainly go to the other job. As a substitute are you really expected to be there so often. Your other job should understand the need to put in notice...and if you talk to them I am sure they can postpone you starting for at least a week. But it is always best NOT to burn the bridges you might need to cross again someday....so give some kind of notice.
2007-01-06 06:24:55 · answer #4 · answered by happymom1981 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well your in a tough position. But I would say that you should do what the employer would do....look out for your best interest and take the other job. Jobs are hard to find with benifits anymore. It may be a while before another position may open up to you where you are currently at.
Do you not think that the old employer would let you burn if it was them or you? They would and not think twice about it.
2007-01-06 06:27:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask the new employer for the two weeks as this is customary and professional. Let them know that you'd extend them the same courtesy.
If they won't, then you'll have to either ask for one week to start, or you'll just have to quit the current job...
Do what's best for you in the long run, but try and give the current employer notice if possible. Some situations won't allow you to, but at least try.
2007-01-06 06:24:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know that its not right to just leave but what you need to know is if the job wont be available then i would go to the new one right now because a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
you gave the older place a chance if they dont want to hold on to you then you need to decide whats best for you. You cant always be the good person if it will hurt you sometimes you need to do things for yourself.
2007-01-06 06:24:54 · answer #7 · answered by disturrbed 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell your present employees about the new offer, maybe they 'll make u another offer. After that go ahead and join the new job. After all u are only a substitute at this place.
2007-01-06 06:26:24 · answer #8 · answered by coolcat 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell the new place you cannot start until the appointments are covered. it might not be two whole weeks that you have appointments. but tell them you can't leave your former employer in a problem situation. they will respect it.
2007-01-06 06:29:03 · answer #9 · answered by Sufi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go for it without giving a notice.....this might be too good of an opportunity to pass up.
2007-01-06 06:23:01 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋