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Named after the hundred-eyed watchman of Greek myth, Argus watches the education landscape: spotting new opportunities, pressure-testing the ventures we're building, and tracing every read back to the real-world signals behind it.

Updated Jul 06, 2026 · 4 ideas · 4367 signals
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need Jul 07, 2026
r/Teachers

If you were on the hiring committee for a new principal, what would your priorities be?

I have the opportunity to serve on the hiring committee for a last-minute replacement of our principal who took another opportuniy relatively unexpectedly. I have my own thoughts and ideas about what I'd look for and ask, but I'm actually curious to see what others in my place would prioritize--I'm pretty spoiled being in a strong union state in a very small district with strong culture. I'm not asking you to tell ME what to do--I'm pretty set on what I'm going to ask/what my priorities are. I'm just curious how my personal experience measures up to the general populace. What would you look for in a leader, and what questions would you want to ask in an interview setting? submitted by /u/Rare-Adhesiveness522 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 07, 2026
r/Teachers

New teacher must haves

I’m a new teacher getting my own classroom in August, what are some must-haves in your class (ex. Fancy stapler, hot glue gun, smart board clicker/remote etc.) ?! I’m teaching Gr. 8 hums & phys ed! TIA :) submitted by /u/Elsiryn [link] [comments]

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need Jul 07, 2026
r/Teachers

Everything Old is New Again in education

I have maintained my entire career that we just keep recycling the same ideas with shinier wrapping on them. There is a major document and research from the UK on inclusion. An overview is here: https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/send-inclusion-eef-research-experts-warn-against-ineffective-teaching-adaptations You can click on the hyperlinks in the article to go to the new Inclusion document. What I found particularly interesting is they directly say that both explicit instruction and gradually scaffolding for independence are core instructional techniques that benefit mainstrean pupils, and is *particularly helpful* to students with diverse needs. I'm certain some of my profs are horrified. If they were old enough, they'd be spinning in their graves. The number of times they told me "project based instruction" was the only option, and that the "sage on a stage" was dead, AND that the I do, we do, you do model was clearly cursed! I am happy I ignored them and use both. I do proj

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need Jul 07, 2026
r/Teachers

Support my daughters initiative to raise the teacher minimum wage

Hi there! My daughter is currently advocating for the American Teacher Act, a bill that raises the teacher minimum wage, and has created a petition for it. It would be great if you guys could support this initiative by signing the petition below! https://c.org/KLDW2nCCW5 submitted by /u/Square_Rise_5807 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 07, 2026
r/Teachers

Masters of Applied Science

Curious if anyone has done a masters of applied science? I already have my MS but found a MAS program in my content area so this would be primarily to get more education and specialization while moving over on the pay scale. submitted by /u/nebr13 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 07, 2026
r/Teachers

Hired to Teach, Failed the Praxis, Deadlines Closing in — What Now?

This may come across as a rant, and I'll keep it brief. I recently got a job as a science teacher at a middle school. Initially, I had come in to interview for social studies (US history is my thing), and they ended up asking me to move into that science position because of a transfer to the social studies one. For some context, I work as an archaeologist during the summer, and it is a form of science/humanities, so they saw that as a good experience in the field. They had told me that if I get a license in science, I would more likely get hired into teaching then I can smoothly get into a social studies position. Now, I had told them I was pursuing Transition to Teach for the Fall and was still waiting on applications to roll through in my interview, since I did not graduate with a teaching license when I graduated from college. I graduated with two bachelor's degrees, one in General Education and the other in Anthropology. I had initially pursued social studies education, but switche

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need Jul 07, 2026
r/Teachers

Am I wrong for not doing ANY work over the summer?

This is my first summer after my first year teaching. So far, I have done ZERO work related to school this summer. I have a few planning meetings for next school year in early August, but that’s all I plan on doing until school starts again. There are some members of my team who I KNOW are doing work over the summer, some of them have even been sending emails/messages related to stuff for next year. Because of this, I am really feeling guilty for not doing anything, but it was a hard year and Im really enjoying the break. Am I wrong for this?? submitted by /u/WillingAntelope0 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 07, 2026
r/Teachers

Serious question - is it that kids are actually worse today (behavior-wise) or is it just that we’re all so connected and posting online is so easy that it just FEELS like kids are worse today?

Title. I’m teaching middle & high school for a dozen years now. I honestly see much worse behavior and much less support from parents & admin today than when I started, but there are also so many kids who are just kids and the supposed “behavior issues” they have can be chalked up to kids growing up, experiencing chemical changes in their brains, learning about the world, etc. I’ll admit I’m guilty of sometimes hopping online and venting about students, but does that necessarily mean that kids are so much worse today than 15-25 years ago? Or does it just seem that way because it’s so easy to post a horror story online? submitted by /u/hammnbubbly [link] [comments]

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need Jul 07, 2026
r/Teachers

Disappointed in scores- how to move on

I’m a 10th year high school teacher, most of my experience is in middle school. This was my 2nd year in HS and I’ve had 4 preps since I started. This year I will finally be teaching what I hoped to teach so hopefully can be more specialized. Today I got my AP scores back and I am SO bummed. No 5s, a few surprise 2s. Most kids that I thought would pass did, but not by leaps and bounds as I had hoped. We have no pre recs and are not allowed to implement any requirements so I end up with a lot of kids that just want the GPA boost. I’m feeling good about the content at this point but I can’t feeling like absolute garbage, even though I know test scores are just one metric, and so much responsibility falls on the students and their own work ethic, but still. Big ugh. Just had to vent . Tagged as power of positivity because that’s what I need desperately 😪 submitted by /u/OtherCardiologist [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

Some Reminders about AP Scores

Hey all, A little about me. I have taught AP Chemistry for a few years and have struggled teaching AP at times and getting kids to pass. I just wanted to put some reminders out about AP scores. Some people stress about them but keep in mind the following: It takes several years to become a good teacher. It takes several years of teaching an AP class to get good at teaching an AP class. You need time to try things out and change things based on your students. So if it is your first year or even second year teaching an AP class, don't worry so much. Try and improve. Student population matters a ton. There are some teachers that boast about getting so many 4's and 5's but they teach in an affluent district where kids really care about performing well and can afford 1 on 1 tutors. Variance occurs from year to year. I have had years where not a lot of students take the test and I have had years where I only have a few kids pass and I can usually identify that pretty early in the year. Don't

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

How to properly resign?

So I’ve never resigned after putting in my intent to return. I was offered a job the other day and am needing to send a resignation email. I have a few days to send it. I want to resign on decent terms. I’m unsure who to email other than the building principal. Should I text the principal first to thank them and explain my reason for leaving and then still send a formal email? I have no idea how to go about this. In the resignation email, do I mention what district I’ll be going to? Any tips are appreciated! submitted by /u/Otherwise-Set-4444 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

Teachers who have survived formal complaints - share your story?

Teachers who have been through a formal complaint—I’d really appreciate hearing your story. I'm finding the whole experience incredibly draining, and one thing I'm struggling with is the fear of what comes afterward. If you've been through a complaint, did you ever worry about retaliation from the student or parent, or that you'd always be looking over your shoulder waiting for the next complaint? Did those fears turn out to be justified, or did they ease with time? I'd also love to hear how the process unfolded, how long it took, what the outcome was, and how you managed to move forward afterward. Whether the complaint was substantiated, dismissed, or found to be unsubstantiated, I'd genuinely appreciate hearing your experience. I think there are probably a lot of teachers carrying this anxiety quietly, and hearing from people who've come out the other side would mean a lot. submitted by /u/Spirited_Moose_6472 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

May need to leave mid-year?

Hello! I'm looking for input from fellow teachers who have had to leave their classroom in the middle of the year. I'm a certified public school Integrated Pre-K teacher who is also currently 26 weeks pregnant. I am on a few childcare waiting lists for my little one to start daycare in January (due in October). However, after checking in with the care centers today, my confidence in being able to get a spot at any of them for January is shaken. Apparently most of their spots (even for their infant and toddler rooms) open in June or September, and as time goes on they seem less sure that I'll have a spot for January. We don't have family nearby that can take care of her until daycare can be lined up, so the only other option would be I stay home with her. I already told admin that I intend on returning to my classroom after maternity leave. I personally wouldn't be too upset about needing to stay home and enjoy my baby, but professionally I'm nervous about the idea and unsure of what co

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

How much does your AP pass rate change yearly?

This is my second year teaching AP Bio. Last year, my pass rate was 90%. It was super successful. This year, we enrolled double the students than last year, so I anticipated scores to drop, but it dropped all the way to 60% this year, way more than I expected. My percentage of 4s and 5s went up, but I had a huge number of 2s. I expect fluctuations yearly as every year students are different but this was such a dramatic change. Anyone else have similar experiences so I can stop beating myself up over this? submitted by /u/Jaded_Interview5882 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

I have never seen the job market this dry.

Zero interviews and scarce listings. I wasn't teaching in 2008, but I can't see how it is any better than it was then. I keep hearing: Just wait until May. Just wait until June. Just wait until July. Well just sub. Just move 500 miles away. Get a different endorsement. Then the narrative changes from "There's a huge teacher shortage nationwide" to "There's a shortage in SPED math middle school teachers in rural areas." Fucc this. Take your Chromebooks and shove them straight up your ass. submitted by /u/JimCap5 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

AP Score results (AP Lang)

Ok, so I checked my scores today. This day always gets my heart rate up... I am so, so nervous checking! I taught 126 juniors AP English Language and Composition. 109 of them took the test in May. And after all the nerves to log in and check my scores, I ended up with a 92% pass rate, with 62 of those being a score of 4 or 5. I had one score of 1, and that kiddo had a D- in the class when it ended. My admin doesn't really note any successes with AP scores, which always bums me out a bit, but I thought I'd share, and this seems like a crowd that might care! submitted by /u/eBenson_TJB [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

Why do people choose to work in private and charter schools?

I am asking this as a genuine question out of my own curiosity. Because where I live, the pay and benefits at most private schools are much lower than public schools, and it can cause interruptions in your pension. You also have way less protections. Teachers in our charter schools get to participate in the state pension system, but their pay, benefits, protections, and hours are much worse. I know public schools have their issues, but to me it’s clear that working in a public school where I live is the way to go. I’ve also only ever worked in public schools so that is my only experience. However, I’m aware that schools across the U.S. and the world operate differently. I also know that in some secular private schools you can sometimes get more freedom in what you teach (I knew someone who liked this aspect, but her husband made enough money to support them so she could take the lesser pay.) I can see how that might be appealing if you have other income. I also know people who work in

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

Knoxville, Tennessee Education budget crisis is a sign of an U.S education system in collapse

Knoxville, Tennessee (Knox County Schools), is facing a severe structural budget crisis resulting in an operational $7.8 million shortfall for the upcoming academic year. Read here And with this budget crisis a lot of staff have been RIFD. There are also hiring freezes taking places. I saw a post on Reddit where a mother said her daughter applied to 30 places and got 4 interviews and was lucky to have a job at a school. I used to live in Tennessee. I live in Illinois and experience the same thing happened at the school I worked. People got RIFD from providers, to our school clerk, etc. I know birthrates are declining. People are having less and less kids. More people are homeschooling. Are we headed for collapse? Is there a monetary crisis? War prioritized for self care? How will things look like on the ground when the collapse happens? submitted by /u/StatisticianKooky390 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

Anyone else annoyed by their students' AP exam results?

I teach an AP class that is mostly seniors. This past year, I had 10 kids. All are bright, capable kids and the highest grade in the class was a 101. The lowest was an 82. We studied a lot and the kids were all proficient in the material. I knew they were done & over school by exam time, but still, I told them all I believed they could all do well (and I did & do believe that). So imagine my surprise checking the college board website today and 6/10 kids got a 2. My most serious and dedicated kid got a 5. One student who isn't as serious but generally tries under pressure got 4. And my 2 weakest students got a 3. I'm proud of them! Those were kids I did think could be on the cusp of a 2, but they worked hard and made it happen to get a 3. But the 6 that got a 2 were all capable of better. One or two of them were maybe just having a bad day. But all 6? They clearly were phoning it in. I get it, they're seniors, it was an early morning exam, and that's how seniors are, but it still annoy

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

No offers, barely any interviews

First year teacher here, with a SPED certification in Texas. Only had 1 interview, though I've put in for dozens of jobs, and no offers still. What is going on??? submitted by /u/SuperSmartyPants600 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

First-year teacher burnout/anxiety: How do you actually turn your brain off during summer break?

​Hi everyone, ​I just finished my first full year teaching in a school, and I’m finally on summer break, which lasts about two and a half months. It’s been about two weeks since the break started, but I am having a really hard time winding down. ​Instead of relaxing, I feel like I'm still stuck in "survival mode." I spend a huge chunk of my day stressing over September. My mind is constantly racing with thoughts about next year: What will my schedule look like? How will I coordinate everything with my colleagues? How do I plan for the first week? It’s a million tiny details running through my head 24/7. ​To make matters worse, I've started having "school nightmares" for the past few nights, waking up anxious about the first day back. ​I know I desperately need this break to recharge, but I physically and mentally cannot stop obsessing over the upcoming school year. To the veteran teachers out there: how do you actually disconnect? Is this normal after the first year, and what are your

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

FMLA and staying busy during the school year

I just had my baby at the end of May and luckily I get to take the max amount FMLA to stay home with her. While I’m super excited, I’m also really having a hard time coping with the idea of not going back to work. I’m so particular about my classroom and teaching that I’m going to drive myself insane once the year starts. Anyone have any advice for staying busy while I’m out but also maybe bringing in some small income?? I definitely want it to be teaching related just not sure what’s out there for a temporary SAHM!! submitted by /u/Sarcastic_Otter_27 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

Pencil boxes or table caddies

As the supplies start rolling out at target and Walmart I am ready to start prepping for my first full kindergarten class. I’ve previously taught three years of first grade and one of those was a K/1 combo but I’ve never taught a full kindergarten only class. I know first and kinder are a bit similar but I’m not sure if kindergarteners are prepared to handle and care for their own supplies in a pencil box. In first grade I have a heavy emphasis on responsibility and organization and I am not sure how ready kindergarteners are for that. The kindergarteners I had in my combo were very responsible and independent (which is why they were placed in my combo class) but I don’t know how ready a whole class of kindergarteners will be. I would love some advice from some experienced kinder teachers on what they prefer or what works better for them supply wise! submitted by /u/NoStudy3728 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

I need some advice regarding my 1st back to school drive

Hello, everyone. I’ve decided to do a back to school drive this year as it’s something I’ve always wanted to be apart of, so happy it’s finally happening. I’m sponsoring school supplies and back packs for some kids in the neighborhood next to me as it’s a rough/low-income area, but I also want to help the teachers as well at the local middle school located there What are some things/supplies that I can get for the classrooms ? I know the basics like Kleenux, dry erase markers/erasers etc, but what are some other useful things a teacher can use. It probably seems like a dumb question, but thought I should ask anyways submitted by /u/iLuvFear [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

I think I figured out that teaching is my calling in life far too late.

I'm 35 years old and I am a driving instructor. I teach people how to drive. 70% teenagers, 20% young adults (20-25) and the other 10% people my age or older. I realized that I am very good at teaching. I should have gotten my degree and gone to teacher's college. I have the highest pass rate out of all the people in my company I take to the road test. I get a lot of fulfillment from seeing the growth in someone's learning from what I teach them. I like interacting with younger people they seem to respond really well to me. The parents rave about me and my professionalism and they say their kids enjoy being in my presence. I don't love driving itself. I don't really love the job or the company. I love the main components of my job. I wish I was able to maximize that part to my career as a whole. It's a very independent job. I build pretty cool relationships with my students for about 2 months then once they're done the road test and pass their lessons they're gone. Goodbyes are somethi

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

I wish instead of remember your why or do it for the outcome speeches they’d just pay us more and have reasonable expectations.

title explains it submitted by /u/Cheap_Parsnip_461 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

Introvert as a high school teacher, how to manage and do well.

Anything helps! submitted by /u/JacksonG12_09 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 06, 2026
r/Teachers

How to ask when to get my things?

If I’m offered a job at another district, when do I get all of my materials that are still stored in my classroom at my current district? How do I contact my current principal about getting my stuff out of the room? I’m sure they’re going to call her as a reference check since she is my current supervisor, but I haven’t let her know I was looking at other positions. It could be very awkward and I’m unsure how to approach the conversation. submitted by /u/Otherwise-Set-4444 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

Know of teachers quitting due to physical contact from students?

Just wondering if anyone has heard of teachers quitting due to students making unnecessary physical contact with teachers (hitting/bumping etc). How did it happen and what was the aftermath for the teacher? submitted by /u/BestAround4100 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

First Year Teacher

Hi, I Accepted a position for a first year third grade teacher! I’m super excited….what are some essentials I need for my classroom or any advice? TIA submitted by /u/madss2801 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

What apps do you use to stay organized?

Notion? Trello? Obsidian? I'm going to be a lead teacher meaning I have to balance my classes along with mentorship / observations / curriculum development planning. I'm wondering what's the best way to manage all of this. I have ADHD so it's a struggle !!! submitted by /u/Procrastinaught [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

Advice for a new teacher (besides RUN)🏃‍♀️

Hello! I’m currently in the middle of getting my masters in elementary education. I am almost 50 and I was a stay-at-home mom until two years ago when I got a job as a one-on-one para for a little kiddo with CP. I have experience with kids, I have five of my own, but they never got into trouble at school. I had teachers constantly thanking me for how my kids behaved at school and I just brushed it aside with a thanks. Now I see why they thanked me! I’ve worked in kindergarten and now first grade, so my eyes are open to how children behave these days and still decided I wanted to teach - so I guess as long-winded as this was (sorry), I do have an idea of what I’m getting myself into.😬 I’m looking for advice on how to talk to parents about their child’s behavior or having difficult conversations about grades, etc. Any phrases you stick with or???? Honestly, this is my biggest worry, dealing with parents that take no responsibility or ones that helicopter everything. Also, any tried and t

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

“I’m Lazy”

I really don’t know why I’m letting this brat get to me, especially since it’s summer and I know this kid isn’t going to be in my class next year. I had a student last year who refused to participate because they were not willing to search for a material they needed to do my class. I didn’t really have the time to search for material for them (and it’s not supposed to be my job anyway), so the kid just sat there. By the end of the class, I was telling the kid they were lazy since they also decided to disrupt my class a smidge, only for that kid after class was done to try and tell it to their homeroom teacher, in an effort to get me in trouble…. The next class I had with them a week later, they were trying to use it against me to be disruptive and display their attitude. It was one of the last classes of the year and I just had to drown it out to teach... The kids these days are anything other than alright…l submitted by /u/InevitableNo3097 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

Middle to High School

Hello, I have taught 8th grade social studies for the last 3 years and will be starting a high school position teaching 9th/11th social studies. What advice do you have that would help make that transition, especially when it comes to the older students. submitted by /u/Downtown_Cress9658 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

My former pupils wanted to send a letter to the principal to make sure I was their teacher next year

I was assigned as a substitute history teacher to a middle-school class that was deemed "troublesome". Yes, there are pupils that struggle to be in class. Yes, some struggle to fit in. And yes, some need more help than others. But they had been deemed a lost cause by some, and one teacher even refused to teach them. They felt this of course, and brought it up regularly. Yet, frankly, I loved having them. In (my country) 9th grade, we focus on democracy, and the big world wars, topics I'm deeply interested in. And they seemed to agree, and were active, questioning, and engaged in EVERY class I had. Yes, there was some noise, some who did not care, and some topics that did not resonate, but I simply COULD NOT SEE the troubled class the rest of my colleagues saw. We had fun, I got to be creative with my teaching, and they did SO great. But, I was a substitute because their teacher was sick and they recovered, and I returned to my normal duties (arts and crafts and Shop class). Yet, I met

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need Jul 05, 2026
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First year teacher: Should I go for this job or wait for a k-5 classroom?

There is a private school, low pay, about a 2 minute drive from my house. I’m a newly single mama to a kindergartener & a 15 month old. I sure wish I would’ve gone to the kindergarten job interview at this school as I’m almost sure I would’ve gotten it. The principal keeps reaching out, we’re friends on facebook, and she keeps telling me about the jobs she has at her school. She now only has a 5-8 grade for Social Studies and ELA or a Full time Prek aide. I have only subbed for half the school year for 2nd grade in the district I student taught. They don’t have any openings this school year, I applied too late. The competition for my first year teaching job is unreal. I don’t want middle school, I am licensed K-6. I want an elementary k-5 classroom (which I’ve never had). However, I’m wondering if, even just for a year I should go for this middle school 5-8 grade teaching job? I know it’s still just July. More jobs around can come available. Or should I sub again at my preferred distri

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

Have you noticed a decline in caring for kids medical health?

When I went to school, I got lice and they basically told me to gtfo until I either shaved my head or got rid of them (which I completely understand!). The school nurse used to check us religiously and we also had eye/hearing exams. Now I’ve had students come to school with lice or ring worm or chicken pox?!?! They’re allowed to stay because “there’s nothing we can do for it.” parents are literally sending their kids to water park field trips with chicken pox and school nurses are putting bandaids over ring worm. is this just my area?? submitted by /u/presplate [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
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F*** a no- contact order. Either transfer one of them out of my class, or I’m doing jackshit about making sure these two kids don’t talk to each other

I’d put no-contact orders right next to flash passes: the dumbest thing in education. submitted by /u/Emergency-Pepper3537 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
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Are we training our replacement by using AI?

My state is encouraging teachers to use AI. I had the eerie thought that I would be feeding my own replacement by using it. Am I just being paranoid? submitted by /u/helpme7500 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
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My work friend and I went for the same job, I got it…advice

Hello! My work friend and I applied for the same position which is a step up from our current role (working with ALN) I wished her luck if she was applying and she was adamant she wasn’t interested and couldn’t meet the expectations for the role. It got to interview stage and we were both there. We are really good work friends and have been for over a year, we are the only two in our position and work really well together. I got the job, which means I’m her “boss” and I’m feeling really anxious of how our relationship will be. She’s told me not to change ANYTHING which unfortunately will happen and I have reassured her I’m working with her. Things seem strange between us but I think that’s just my anxiety of the situation. Any advice for how to go about relationships with staff after a “promotion”. Also, any tips for feeling like an imposter in my new position lol? submitted by /u/ExtremeOk8683 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

Is this profession slowly becoming less protective of teachers?

A few days ago I posted about an incident that happened on the second-to-last day of my final student teaching placement, and I honestly thought my teaching career was over before it had even begun. For anyone who didn’t see the original post, I accidentally collided with a child’s ankle while playing soccer with the kids during recess. From my perspective, I barely touched him, which is why I was so shocked when he said his ankle hurt. Afterwards, I also saw him hopping around on the same ankle, so I initially thought it was only a minor injury. The child’s parents came into the school, yelled at the principal and staff. They were mad - very mad . After hearing that, I genuinely thought, “Well, I’m completely fucked.” To make things harder, I’d also had a really difficult placement. Throughout the placement I was verbally abused by some of the kids, including racist comments directed towards me. When I brought those incidents up, I was basically told I just needed to move on. Then, on

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need Jul 05, 2026
r/Teachers

Sharing a win!

First things first, I work with students who have special educational needs. I have a student who is selectively mute. Let's call her Sarah.. It took Sarah over 6 months to talk to her female classmates. She doesn't talk to any of the boys and none of the adults at school. It was really hard to navigate how to deal with this. So each time I had questions for her, I just wrote them down. She alsno nodded yes or no. That's her main way of communicating. Yesterday however, another girl and Sarah walked up to me, and the other girl mentioned that Sarah really wanted to talk to me. So she tried, like 5 times and her lips were sealed, glued shut. I told Sarah there's no pressure and she could try any other time. Then all of a sudden, when there was no one else around she talked and said: "you're my favourite teacher". And after that she talked some more. Only started work 2 months ago, came back from maternity leave and was sick prior to that, so I've only known the students for two months.

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need Jul 05, 2026
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Sending a condolence card to former HS teacher - okay to include personal updates, or not?

Former student looking for input here: I graduated high school in 2014. My senior year I had a teacher who I was very close to and who made a big impact on me. For the first few years after I graduated we stayed in touch pretty regularly through email and meeting up a few times a year. For the past several years though we've drifted out of contact, largely just due to things like the pandemic, my family moving away from that area, etc. I found out a couple weeks ago via Facebook that her husband recently passed away after a 3 year battle with cancer. (We're not connected on FB but I saw the obituary shared publicly). I am planning to send her a card because I want to say how sorry I am and to let her know I'm thinking of her during this hard time. (I reached out to a family friend who knows her slightly to ask for her address - I have one from a letter she sent me but that was a long time ago so I don't know if it's still current). What I'm conflicted on though is how much (if any) upd

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need Jul 05, 2026
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Officially reached my halfway point before the start of the school year

First day back at work is a month from today. Feels like once the 4th hits, it’s always a quick slide from there. submitted by /u/Gold_Repair_3557 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 05, 2026
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Offer Rescinded

Context: I’m taking over a coaching role from last semesters coach that was fired for hazing students and is currently under investigation by TEA/CPS. Scheduled a contract signing 2 weeks ago, something came up and I couldn’t make it and had to reschedule; no problem. Rescheduled it for next week. Got a call from HR at the end of the work day a few days ago saying that they have to rescind the offer they made for me because they said I’m currently under investigation by CPS. I have a feeling that if I really was under investigation, I would have been legally informed by my school, TEA, or CPS right? I wouldn’t find out first from my new schools HR department and them tell me “we don’t know anything you’ll have to contact CPS.” I contacted CPS and they told me there was no case open for me. There’s no investigation notification on my teaching certificate. (There is on the old coaches certificate) I’m curious if anyone has ever run into a major technological mistake hurdle like this befo

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need Jul 05, 2026
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What do you wish you’d done BEFORE students walked in?

First year as teacher of record (Middle School SDC) This fall will be my first year as the teacher of record in a middle school Special Day Class (grades 6-8), although I spent last year working in this same classroom as a long-term substitute. So I know the students, the school, and the routines fairly well, but this year the responsibility is officially mine. I’m spending the summer finishing prerequisite classes, reorganizing the SDC room, reading IEPs, planning schedules, creating classroom procedures, and trying to build systems that will make the year run smoothly. My question is: Looking back, what is something you wish you had set up before Day 1 that made a huge difference later in the year? It could be: * classroom organization * routines * behavior systems * paperwork * parent communication * working with paraprofessionals * technology * things that saved you hours later * or mistakes you wish you’d avoided. I’m less interested in “have a seating chart” and more interested i

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need Jul 04, 2026
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Does anyone have a "decent" first year?

I am a new teacher this fall in 2nd grade. I am looking forward to it, but all I see on reddit (and yes, I know reddit is not the real world) is how everyone seems to have a terrible first year. Are there any teachers that had a decent, or even great, first year? If so, was it how you prepared or something else? submitted by /u/hockeysyr1 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 04, 2026
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Why do so many experienced teachers think they failed?

I have subbed and taught on contract, I know how hard teaching is and I know is not anyone who can do this job. If I hear someone has been in the field for more than 10 years, I get the image of someone who excelled in managing tons of student or parents behaviours, into rendering coursework engaging and interesting for most students despite the numerous youths with special needs in a classroom, in bringing original and exciting activities each year despite all the extra work hours they have to do at home or on weekends. And add kids to these teachers, achieving all these while having kids is just an extraordinary feat. Therefore, if experienced teachers have achieved all of these during their illustrious career, why do I see so many posts of teachers claiming they failed? Not being recognized doesn't mean you have not achieved success. I bet 80% of those making six figures with lots of recognitions in corporate would "fail" even worse as a teacher, despite working hard, while most tea

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need Jul 04, 2026
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Floater Sub

There is a job posting open in a nearby district for a floater sub. Basically full time with benefits, higher pay than a regular sub, but the district assigns you your job every day. Paid sick time/personal time. Has anyone done this or heard of this? submitted by /u/akc818 [link] [comments]

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need Jul 04, 2026
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What’s your most comfortable pair of shoes? Bonus points for being funky!

I’m on the hunt for some really comfortable and a bit out there shoes! submitted by /u/wanderingwhistler [link] [comments]

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