Monday, December 15, 2008

Waiting, wondering and worrying

As my husband finishes his degree and has begun to apply for jobs, I find myself in the uncomfortable position of wondering where we may be. Will I need to certify in another state? This is made more difficult by the fact that I don't have the years of teaching experience to get automatic reciprocation. I have fulfilled the requirements here in Utah so I'm hoping that the remaining Utah jobs that are on the table work out.

Also, I have my sights set on another endorsement which would allow me to teach technology classes. I can't do that with the endorsement I just completed. I figure, every little bit helps in making me more marketable but the timing could be thrown off by a move. Seriously, it's just 2 classes this summer but that term goes until August 5th. It is still a goal unless something definite makes it impossible.

I am also starting to lose my mind to think that a job which is almost an hour drive is worth applying for because it's temporary, part-time and in the afternoons. Am I nuts to even consider it just for the chance to teach? Honestly, it pays about as much as if I were to substitute everyday of the month. But an hour drive? Really?

I've lived this waiting game before. It's been a few years but I'm confident that it will all work out. I just wish I could peek 9 months into the future to see what life will be like then I could relax and work it out.

So, if anyone knows what life will bring for the 2009-2010 school year just let me know so I can stop wondering and worrying. I'd like to know where my husband's new job will be and be able to start planning the future. What district should I apply to and will I need to certify? I don't really believe that this will help me find out the answers but it can't hurt to ask, right? ;-)