Teacher bailing 8 weeks into the school year

[jodifla]

We got a letter from my son's caseload teacher that she's leaving next week for a new job in a new district. She's been in our district a bit over a year. This will be incredibly disruptive to this class of special needs kids.

When I was in school, no teacher left midyear other than for pregnancy.

Frankly, I'm disgusted. But then I'm not one to quit in the middle of things.

 

[luvmy3]

We got a letter from my son's caseload teacher that she's leaving next week for a new job in a new district. She's been in our district a bit over a year. This will be incredibly disruptive to this class of special needs kids.

When I was in school, no teacher left midyear other than for pregnancy.

Frankly, I'm disgusted. But then I'm not one to quit in the middle of things.

As sad as it is for those kids, I have no problem with anyone leaving ther job for a better opportunity for themself.

 

[Tinkermommy]

We got a letter from my son's caseload teacher that she's leaving next week for a new job in a new district. She's been in our district a bit over a year. This will be incredibly disruptive to this class of special needs kids.

When I was in school, no teacher left midyear other than for pregnancy.

Frankly, I'm disgusted. But then I'm not one to quit in the middle of things.

Wow, disgusted?

I agree it's inconvenient and disruptive for the students but people change jobs. This isn't indentured servitude.

You don't know what the back story is for her.

 

[Gumbo4x4]

Look at it this way: She's obviously not happy where she is. Do you REALLY want her to continue teaching your child?

 

[Southernmiss]

As sad as it is for those kids, I have no problem with anyone leaving ther job for a better opportunity for themself.

This and the other posts. I was talking to a couple of teachers Friday night who said teachers in their schools have walked this year because of conmon core and other changes that have demanded much more of them than the classroom instruction that they love.

 

[FireDancer]

We got a letter from my son's caseload teacher that she's leaving next week for a new job in a new district. She's been in our district a bit over a year. This will be incredibly disruptive to this class of special needs kids.

When I was in school, no teacher left midyear other than for pregnancy.

Frankly, I'm disgusted. But then I'm not one to quit in the middle of things.

While it is unfortunate for the kids it really isn't any different then a project manager leaving for a new job in the middle of a project and that happens all the time. I've had staff leave for new opportunities at inconvenient times for me and my department but wish them well and good luck. No reason to be all bitter about a normal transition. If circumstances were right I'd leave for a new job even while in the middle of something so I'd be a hypocrite if I thought other professionals shouldn't do the same.

 

[skatalite]

Good for her. She found greener pastures. Your disgust is just a sign of your selfishness, even if it's coming from the right place (your son's educational well-being).

 

[MidwayState]

Wow, disgusted?

I agree it's inconvenient and disruptive for the students but people change jobs. This isn't indentured servitude.

You don't know what the back story is for her.

hear hear! To suggest that she's a quitter because she's leaving YOUR childs class? wow. Maybe she's lost a parent and is moving closer to home to be near family? Maybe her husband got a better job somewhere else? We truly do live in a "me me me" society. Sorry for the disruption of the class but gee whiz! People do have lives too. It will be one of many trials and lessons that the children in that class will have to face. It's how life works. If you chose to only see it as a negative then that will surely rub off on your child and he will feel that same stress.

 

[jodifla]

The time to quit a teaching job is between the school years.

 

[Mkrop]

We got a letter from my son's caseload teacher that she's leaving next week for a new job in a new district. She's been in our district a bit over a year. This will be incredibly disruptive to this class of special needs kids.

When I was in school, no teacher left midyear other than for pregnancy.

Frankly, I'm disgusted. But then I'm not one to quit in the middle of things.

People do this all the time, why should she be held to a different standard.

I get that special needs kids need consistency but they also need to know that change happens.

I hope the school will work with all those involved to make the transition smooth for the kiddos!

 

[MidwayState]

The time to quit a teaching job is between the school years.

Seriously? Things happen in peoples lives that are out of their hands. You really are being selfish and only thinking of your own inconvenience here. I hope nothing ever happens to you where you have to up and leave your job or your home. Good luck to you.

 

[marlynnp]

I can understand her jumping at the chance for a better opportunity

 

[goofyintoronto]

I agree. OP, youre being very selfish. Why wouldnt she move on to better opportunities? I dont understand your feelings of disgust. This happens quite often in other fields, not just teachers.

Good for her. She found greener pastures. Your disgust is just a sign of your selfishness, even if it's coming from the right place (your son's educational well-being).

totally agree.

Seriously? Things happen in peoples lives that are out of their hands. You really are being selfish and only thinking of your own inconvenience here. I hope nothing ever happens to you where you have to up and leave your job or your home. Good luck to you.

 

[Southernmiss]

Op weren't you struggling with common core and your child on another thread? Maybe the teacher was too.

Here's hoping the next teacher is a good fit for your child.

Apologies if the other thread wasn't you.

 

[zoemurr]

The time to quit a teaching job is between the school years.

If her ailing mother needs her she shouldn't move closer because it inconveniences you?

If her DH got a new job they should keep two houses and be separated because it inconveniences you?

If she is very sick and needs to be closer to the hospital she should stay put because it inconveniences you?

She should give up her dream job and stay where she is unhappy because it inconveniences you?

Sorry but I don't get it.

I would be frustrated too but why would you want an unhappy teacher? I bet the new one will be even better. Good luck!

 

[kimmar067]

We got a letter from my son's caseload teacher that she's leaving next week for a new job in a new district. She's been in our district a bit over a year. This will be incredibly disruptive to this class of special needs kids.

When I was in school, no teacher left midyear other than for pregnancy.

Frankly, I'm disgusted. But then I'm not one to quit in the middle of things.

....when the Lord closes a door, he opens a window....mebbe your child will get a BETTER teacher...

 

[MidwayState]

I can understand her jumping at the chance for a better opportunity

lol!

 

[Minniesgal]

The time to quit a teaching job is between the school years.

That us harsh, life just isn't that neat and tidy there are many reasons why teachers change jobs and sometimes they need to move. You are being very judgmental.

 

[Hrhpd]

As sad as it is for those kids, I have no problem with anyone leaving ther job for a better opportunity for themself.

Absolutely!

She has the right to better her life just like anybody else in any other job. Maybe it is closer, maybe it is better pay, better hours, etc. Since she has only been there a year, she is probably low man on the totem pole and knows of cuts next year. She has the right to seek more stability in her job. There are so many reasons she might have made the move, none of which is any of the parent's business.

I don't know of any job where it is frowned upon if move on to bigger and better things before a year is up.

Op - how would you feel if people were "disgusted" if you found a better opportunity in your field of work and took it?

Kudos to the teacher to seek better opportunities. The kids will adjust just fine, even kids with special needs.

 

[kirstenb1]

Our school system is very small and rural. I can't remember the last time a teacher left during the school year, so for some of us, it would be unusual (and yes, I realize we're very fortunate). And I do get that special needs kids do much better with consistency. I'd be disappointed too.

I hope her replacement is a great teacher.