As spring is coming upon us soon, I have taken to checking all of the school district websites in Northwest Indiana. You know, just to see what (if any) positions have opened up. I have even made a point of looking at the state education website because they list all open positions in the state. It was there that I saw an open social studies position for the School City of Whiting.
Whiting is what I like to think of the forgotten town of Northwest Indiana. It is a small little town in the midst of bigger cities like Hammond, and Gary. It is nestled right up against Lake Michigan and the Illinois border. Like I said, it is a town not a city. The school district consists of one elementary, one middle, and one high school. And they need a social studies teacher.
For sure it is not ideal. It is at least a 45 minute drive from where my parents live. It is in Lake County, which is a bit of an armpit.
But no matter what, you would think I would be excited by this prospect. Yet I am more terrified by it. It opens up this whole big thing of what it? What if I apply and don't get it? I'd be devastated. What if I take that job and a better one opens up? I'd be devastated.
Those scenarios freak me out. Then there is the whole I have to update my resume and actually apply for the job. Do I put that I live in Canada? Or do I put my parents address? Do I even tell them in my letter of introduction that I live in Canada and have been out of education for the past year? Will the whole Canada factor hurt my chances??
I don't know what to do. I am freaking out, and nervous, unsure of myself and my capabilities, doubting weather I am good enough. Sure could use some bucking up.
Monday, February 28, 2011
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1 comments:
that is wonderful and definitely an answer prayer. you've wanted this for a year and now here it is. i know its scary with all the "what ifs" but you'll never know till you try. what if you apply and get it? its at least worth a shot
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