Since September I have worked as a Kindergarten teacher at a day care with a private kindergarten. I have my bachelors degree in Elementary Education and I want to be in a public school. Because where I work now is a day care, it is a full time position and I am currently doing summer camp. The work enviornment has become awful and boarders harassment (the directors son is in summer camp and is not very well behaved, I went to speak with her about it almost a month ago and she has treated me like crap ever since because I am "picking on her son"). I have two interviews this Wednesday for public school positions and I know that I will be fired if I call in sick or ask off. I have decided to quit for numorous reasons but I'm not sure how giving the cercumstances. Should I give them a two weeks notice tomorrow then call in sick on Wednesday, or should I just quit tomorrow? I will not be using them as a reference.
2007-07-09 12:10:46 · 11 answers · asked by babyntow 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
I have been in your position before. If you can stand it, give two weeks notice. As far as the reference is concerned, in my state businesses cannot give bad references. For example, if they have not written you up for anything, they can't just bad mouth you. I would also look for other people who can give you references. For example, if you have worked in a church nursery or babysitting, they can give you references. So, even if the day care has bad things to say, others might have good things to say.
2007-07-09 12:24:19 · answer #1 · answered by nubiangeek 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The norm for a resignation is one pay period. However, since you are working in a camp and I suspect that you get paid only twice (half-way through and at the end), two weeks notice is quite acceptable. Call in sick for the interview day and go to that interview. If you are fired for calling in sick, you will have had enough time in to qualify for unemployment insurance. File for it and enjoy the rest of the summer on a reduced pay. Nobody should go through the garbage associated with being stuck with a misbehaving relative.
2007-07-09 12:38:05 · answer #2 · answered by MICHAEL R 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you do not need the money or the reference, quit tomorrow. The impolite and inappropriate manner in which the director has treated you will get even worse when you announce your resignation. Yes, I had a twinge of guilt for the kids you will be leaving - but it is a summer camp, not your kindergarten crew. So right now, it is about you. For your sanity, safety, and health - treat yourself to quitting. Your justified - so be ok with it!
Good luck!
2007-07-09 12:18:15 · answer #3 · answered by djgardne 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can afford to quit, give them two weeks notice and tell them you are taking time to interview. It's a lousy job when you don't get the help or support from your superiors! Be ready, though, they may try to make it rough for you but stand up for what you believe in.
(Personally, when I'm confronted in that type of environment, I stick around and make it difficult for the boss! But that's just me, and I'm sorta sick that way! LMAO)
2007-07-09 12:20:16 · answer #4 · answered by the_pharaoh109 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What a horrible situation! Good luck with the public schools. You have experience and you have a degree in the field, I don't think you'll have any trouble getting a decent job with the public school system. The pay and benefits should be much better, too. good luck!
2007-07-09 14:17:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give them two weeks. If they decide to fire you because you call in sick, then it's on them...not you. If you are not going to be using them as a reference and working conditions are seriously that bad, then tell them tomorrow is your last day.
Good luck.
2007-07-09 12:17:13 · answer #6 · answered by tchrnmommy 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
because of the fact finding for a job once you're employed isn't cheating and you interest would not have thoughts. yet another element, you want a job to assist your self. you do no longer want a relationship. somewhat each now and then it truly is superb to be on my own between relationships.
2016-10-20 11:34:31 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like busy mom's answer! The only thing I would add is do not lie and call off sick. Simply say, in advance, that you have an appointment that cannot be rescheduled. You do not need to offer anymore info. than that.
2007-07-09 16:10:20 · answer #8 · answered by K H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give them the two weeks notice. Even if you don't list them as a previous employer, the people at the jobs you apply for can find out. Try not to leave them too angry at you.
2007-07-09 12:23:22 · answer #9 · answered by Kahless 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Respectfully, and with the proper notice.
Your personal feelings do not absolve you from your obligations, or responsibilities.
Put in a request for the time you need to attend to these interviews.
Using them as a reference, or not, is entirely your choice.
2007-07-09 14:12:43 · answer #10 · answered by busymom 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋