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Talk me out of teaching

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Avaricii · 05/01/2025 10:38

I don't enjoy my job. I've drifted into something that doesn't fulfil my need to feel like I'm making a difference. It pays ok.
I'd like to teach secondary maths. I think I'd be great at up to GCSE and have a relevant degree. But all I hear is that teaching is so stressful. What I don't get is why it's more stressful than any other stressful job? I'm stressed every day at work now so at least I would get a less stressful summer with my still primary kids who I feel are growing up fast at camp or at after school clubs.

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branstonpickle28 · 05/01/2025 10:48

It is stressful and full on, but equally is v rewarding. I am a secondary school teacher and I love what I do, but I appreciate there are far easier and less stressful careers out there! For me..
I love how every day is different
I laugh every day (but cry lots too!)
I work ALOT at home, but have learnt to balance this over the years
I enjoy watching my students start as children in Y7 and leave as young adults in Y11, with a goal and an idea of where they are going next. It's super rewarding!
I would only recommend it if you enjoy dealing with sassy, grumpy and hormonal teens on a daily basis though! It stretches you daily, but if you love your subject and have a passion to share it with others then you will do well :)

Sorry - not sure I'm putting you off. Realistically it is tough, the pay is crap considering what the job entails, and if you find yourself working for a tough school and a bad Head it can be awful! But there are so many schools, you will find the one that fits with you hopefully.

Avaricii · 05/01/2025 10:45

Promise this isn't a goady post! I think teachers work very hard. But I can't see any reason (apart from a bit of a pay cut) to not make the shift...

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