Hi guys
I've recently applied to take my PGCE and QTS.
I'm passionate about my potential future career as an educator but a lot of people in my life have been telling me to withdraw my application as teachers are underpaid, overworked etc
So I'd like to ask real teachers who aren't trying to sell me a course-
Do you enjoy your job?
Do you feel satisfaction in your career?
Is the job worth it for the pay?
Have you been able to buy your own home? (I get if you don't want to answer this one as it's very personal, but buying my own house in the future is something very important to me and I'd like to know if it's something that's realistic.)
Thanks in advance!
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whatdoiactuallydo · 19/07/2022 23:29
whatdoiactuallydo · 22/07/2022 23:58
@mij66 @KateRusby
You both bring up amazing points honestly.
Right now I’m absolutely determined to be a teacher but I will always keep in mind how resilient I need to be.
Im a recent graduate in STEM and I know I have other options if teaching really does chew me up and spit me out.
I really appreciate everyone’s honesty when talking about the career.
JimmyGrimble · 23/07/2022 00:08
You sound really committed and I salute you and wish you a long and successful career full of wow moments. 💐
whatdoiactuallydo · 22/07/2022 23:58
@mij66 @KateRusby
You both bring up amazing points honestly.
Right now I’m absolutely determined to be a teacher but I will always keep in mind how resilient I need to be.
Im a recent graduate in STEM and I know I have other options if teaching really does chew me up and spit me out.
I really appreciate everyone’s honesty when talking about the career.
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