Originally Posted By nevadarebel good thoughts and vibes coming from us too!!! Keep me posted on the outcome. We are here for you!!!
Originally Posted By LVBelle Thanks everyone! My first interview went very well! I was a little nervous at first and stumbled over some words but I soon loosened up and I think I impressed them. My gut says I'll be offered the job. The administrators seemed very nice and it is closer to home. The hours might be worse for us since it starts about an hour later than the school I'm at now but most schools are that way. I should know in the next couple of days!
Originally Posted By MomofPrincess You've got 'em. Please keep us posted, ok? I'll be interested to hear how it all works out...
Originally Posted By LVBelle Well, I just got a call and I got it! They told me they had a few more interviews but I guess they decided I was what they were looking for. She sounded so excited about it (even after hearing my husband say "I think it's a saleman, get rid of her" as he handed me the phone) and it just felt good there so I guess that's it. I'm a kindergarten teacher now!
Originally Posted By debtee So pleased you got the job you like. Kindy seems to me like the best teaching job around, as they are so pure and cute at the same time! Good luck!
Originally Posted By nevadarebel Congratulations LVBelle, you will be great. I know it is not exactly what you wanted but good things happen to good people so I am sure that the opportunity you are looking for will happen soon for you! Are you going into a 12 month or staying in 9 month?
Originally Posted By LVBelle It's currently a 12 month but they're going to 9 month next year. I am happy about that but, on the other hand, I had worked hard to get myself excited about going year round. I was picturing off season Disneyland trips on track break. Oh well! I'm a little hesitant about teaching kinder, I had kind of wanted to go to second grade but, from what I hear, I'll be part of a great team so it's worth a shot for one year!
Originally Posted By 4Disnee Woo Hoo Congrats! That is so very very exciting LVBell. I am so happy for you!
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Congratulations! LOL at what your husband said as he handed you the phone My DD LOVES teaching K especially because of the team. Teachers of any grade are saints in my book, but K teachers just have that special something that can guide those little babies so they are ready for 1st grade. The interview group must have seen that quality in you An added bonus for her (she has a 3 year old) is that instead of bringing home papers to grade and report cards to ready, she is bringing home construction paper to cut into shapes. Her at school time is more hectic but her at home time has been cut to almost nothing I hope you find the same happiness that she has.
Originally Posted By TiggerPooh1973 Yay! Congrats LVBelle. Kindergarten.....I think that would be both fun and exhausting, lol.
Originally Posted By wonderingalice Congratulations, sweetheart!! HUGS, HUGS, HUGS!!! <<"I think it's a saleman, get rid of her" >> ARRGGGH! Sounds just like Mr. Alice. Men! ;-)
Originally Posted By LacyBelle Congratulations, LVBelle! Quick turnaround. You must have knocked their socks off. ;-)
Originally Posted By Kala Congrats to you on your new job! It's always a nice feeling when they sound excited when hiring you. I wish you luck and a better work environment!
Originally Posted By Pixie Glitter Congratulations! You must have been spectacular in that interview. I hope you love your new job and team! (And God bless kindergarten teachers--lol! I deliberately got my teaching certification for grades 1 - 8. ;-)Kindergarten is not the job for me, but I so admire the people who choose it. It is such a critical year for kids).
Originally Posted By nevadarebel There are some lucky kindergarten children that are starting school next year to get a new teacher. I can imagine your class will be lots of fun and tons of learning. Now it is back to figuring out how to decorate your room
Originally Posted By chickapin Is your kindergarten full day or will you have 2 groups for half day each? Our school districts are mostly half day but there is lots of talk of going full day.
Originally Posted By tiggerdis_ Well, congratulations! Kindergarten is where I'd like to be at some point in my career, too! Best of luck, and enjoy your new job. Now that's the kind of salesman I don't mind listening to.
Originally Posted By LVBelle It will be full day! I went and signed a transfer paper today and the principal showed me around the school. I LOVE it! It's an indoor campus with classroom situated around pods- common areas with computers that several classes share. I saw what I think will be my new classroom and it looks nice. I think it may be slightly smaller than my old room but it has high ceilings and seemed much more airy and light. I also talked to a friend that transferred there from my current school a few months ago. He said that the week he left my school this year, there were 97 office referrals. This new school had 3 ALL of last year! That sounds good to me!
