If you are really dismayed with the job, and don’t feel you can make it, perhaps you could give them a month’s notice. That would be enough time to find someone. There are lots of elementary teachers out there.

And as for your state of mind, I totally understand what you are saying. The job (especially with elementary) is demanding and exhausting….you should be commended for doing it for 5 years. Don’t feel defeated or guilty, it’s not for everyone. Good luck with your new job, if you take it.

One thing to consider, is taking a year’s leave of absence. This would allow you to make a wise decision, work as a librarian, and rationaly evaluate you teaching decision. It would also allow you the opportunity to volunteer with schools of your choice and look for other employment options with your career.

By being a librarian, you would be allowed a greater social life. Work from school would no longer be broought home for the weekend. As my school principal says” Teaching is choosing a life style” For 9 months of the year we work our butts off.

A canadian teacher who has been there, but still loves teaching, Birdie