The decision to be a teacher was born from my experience working in a residential facility teaching special education. Â There was something about connecting with the kids and helping them. Â There was something awesome about the camaraderie of the staff--all of us working together. Â All of us dedicated to the same end goal. Â I didn't … Continue reading The Dream
Author: Dawn Kasal-Finley
In Absentia
I have missed this place and every time I think about popping in, a stack of poorly written papers keep me at bay. Â I can honestly say that teaching is kicking my ass. Â I can also say that I couldn't possibly love my job more (well maybe if it paid a living wage--but don't get … Continue reading In Absentia
Pure Exhaustion
I just finished my first week (okay 2 days) of teaching. Â And let me say, I totally forgot how exhausting teaching is. Â I teach 3--85 minute classes a day with one 85 minute "plan" period. Â I also forgot how much work it is to be on your feet most of the day as opposed to … Continue reading Pure Exhaustion
Engaging
I have been working hard to ensure that I am more engaged with my family. Â Now that I have left my old job and have had a few weeks of "downtime," I have tried to be as present as possible. Â I have all but absent on Twitter (barely reading my timelines once a day) and … Continue reading Engaging
A New Season
Today is almost 1 week of unemployment. Â While technically I am not unemployed--I start my new job on August 14th, it has been a nice week of transition and planning for the new season. Â And a scary reminder that I don't get paid until the end of August. I have been working toward this … Continue reading A New Season
