I was hired to work at a job as a reading teacher which was a good position. The day I started, the principal told me there would be a change of plans. Instead of being a reading teacher, I would teach first grade, which I have done for many years, but no longer want to do. the class I am supposed to teach is not that great. they bang on tables, yell, cry, and just outright rebel, when I tried to teach a couple of lessons (even though they like me). The other teacher is still there and she teaches most of the time. With her, they act like animals, but she does nothing to correct the behavior. I try to make my teaching environment more orderly and disciplined, but I feel they may not be able to follow. Part of me wants to leave and the other part of me is scared about leaving a job offer. It has only been a week. what should I do?
2007-02-12 09:43:24 · 6 answers · asked by oh really 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
Just a thought.........
Is the other teacher older, has more experience but just isn't as effective as she should be? Could it be possible that the principal put you in that position because he or she thought you might be a good influence on her and make a change for the better? Maybe you should give it a few more days and then discuss it with the principal. You sure do not want that type of behavior to continue, not only because it is a bad learning environment, but also because it won't reflect good on you when it comes time for evaluations.
Try to hang in there for the rest of the year because now would be a bad time to ask for a different position, but do make the principal aware that you would like a different assignment next year..
2007-02-12 10:11:22 · answer #1 · answered by J T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a really tough situation you are facing. On one hand the children "need you" because the other teacher did them a disservice by not controlling the class. On the other hand it's not fair to have been put into that position. I suppose there are 3 options here. Talk to the principal and demand that he honor the original job description. 2. Negotiate a time limit until they find another grade one teacher and you can go back to being a reading teacher. 3. Stay if you have the energy, ability and motivation. Now, there is a fourth option - to quit. So, my question then would be; are jobs so scarce in your area that you worry you might not find another? Finally, I don't understand why the first teacher is still there - did she have a stress issue or??
2007-02-12 13:27:09 · answer #2 · answered by Just Me 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always remember that at the beginning of the school year, the teacher was always strictest, so that the students got better behaved, and as the year went along, she eased up if they cooperated. Since the other teacher is leaving, perhaps start fresh on your first day with the class alone and set your rules . . . let this be your teaching style and see if they will have more respect. Kids want structure. This is only first grade, and this should be a great age. It sounds like the other teacher never exerted control or stayed consistent enough to avoid getting run over by her kids. Good luck to you!
2007-02-12 11:29:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
To put you in a completely different position from the one you were hired to do (on the day you started working) is pretty shady on the principal's part. It sounds like she knew what she was setting you up for. If you're unhappy in this position and don't feel like it will work out, I'd leave. You accepted the job under false pretense. Sometimes employers forget that you're interviewing them just as much as they're interviewing you. Best wishes!
2007-02-13 11:19:31 · answer #4 · answered by elizabeth_ashley44 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of position do you have? Why is the other teacher still there? I would tough it out for the rest of the year. I would continue to keep my eyes open on other openings in the district (or out of district). If the other teacher leaves, you might have a chance of controlling those kids.
2007-02-12 09:51:41 · answer #5 · answered by pam1212_2000 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Start handing out your resume. The alternative: your stress level may continue to rise and your stamina may take a dive. Mental health is more important than keeping your job. Sounds like this one's not for you. Take action to save your well being. You have my permission to take the plunge.
2007-02-12 14:07:56 · answer #6 · answered by Konswayla 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋