Challenges I faced as a teacher this past school year

You know how they always tell us at every PD to "remember your why"? It was time I tuned it out and realize all the reasons why I needed a break from a job that made me feel like I was never good enough, when I knew I was excellent. Every day felt like survival mode & that's when I knew I needed to take a break! Hope this all understanding and I hope to be back soon when things hopefully makes sense again.
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[@sarahp444]

Spot on! I once heard the following quote that reminds me of our current state of education: the teachers are scared of the principal. The principal is scared of the school board. The school board is scared of the parents. The parents are scared of their kids. The kids are scared of no one.

[@Richard-vq7ud]

Correct, and what no one realizes is that all of this chaos is 100% intentional and by design.

[@ThisisPam]

Yep, you got it ❤

[@jeannelle_]

I def agree about there’s no consequences anymore. It bothers me when kids who don’t deserve it get “extra free time or extra recess” I hate it so much. Like what about the kids who actually are doing the right thing?? Ugh

[@JacquelineHall]

Righttt? Ugh what’s happening 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@Richard-vq7ud]

@@JacquelineHall this chaos is all by design.

[@user-rw4ou2wv4c]

Explain pls​@@Richard-vq7ud

[@heatherox96]

Thank you for sharing this!!

[@JacquelineHall]

I feel so understood here. The part where you said you felt like you couldn’t plan anything fun bc they couldn’t handle it, I completely felt the same way. Such a bummer. I hope this year is different & better for you!

[@trinameyering5969]

I had SEVERE behavior issues last year. So bad I couldn’t finish the year. I could no longer bring myself to go every day and deal with it. My admin were non supportive. I was known for having good classroom management. I had a great reward system. I had a dangerous student, too. I do not plan on returning to teaching and it devastates me.

[@JacquelineHall]

I don’t blame you at all for not finishing the year. It never got easier. Although it is devastating, I hope at the same time you’re feeling happier🤍

[@jessicaescutia334]

Thank you for sharing your story because this is exactly how my year is going. And I do believe that God puts every single of our students in our room for a reason. I’m so sorry you had to go through such a tough year. This year I realized that SO much social behavior is becoming the issue. There needs to be consequences for their actions. If not students will think it’s ok to be doing these hurtful things to others. Praying for your healing ❤. I tell myself, if I could get through this challenging year, or this challenging group of students, then I can get through anything with the grace of God. ❤

[@liz1904]

This past year was my first year of teaching. Every time I called the office for behaviors, there were no consequences and my admin usually blamed me, even when there was clearly nothing I could have done to prevent it. I am switching schools and grade levels this year and praying it’ll be enough to make my excitement for teaching come back🤞🏻Another year like last year will result in me stepping away from the profession for sure. 😔

[@JacquelineHall]

Ugh I’m sorry you went through that 🥺 I hope you have a completely different experience this year!

[@bethalexis]

You’re not alone! I sadly experienced a challenging school year in 5th grade dealing with a lot of fires each and every day which was physically and emotionally exhausting. As you mentioned, kids were not getting proper consequences for their actions and I felt horrible for my kids who also did the right thing bc I truly believe they’re the ones who suffered the most. I also wished for Friday’s PD days & any break I could take. I never experienced anxiety until this year and it caused me not to be able to eat during the school day. Next year I’m slated to be in kindergarten which is a whole new world for me but I’m trusting in God! I am so glad that you were able to make it through the school bc I bet you were like me & seriously considered quitting midway through after realizing things just weren’t going to get better.

[@JacquelineHall]

Yesss to everything you said. I was positive I was going to quit after Christmas break, but somehow managed to stick it through. And I too felt so bad for my kiddos that deserved a better year. I hope your school year is better this year in kindergarten! I’d love to hear about it. Take care 🤍

[@Richard-vq7ud]

These problems are across the country and in every school. It is not because of funding. It is 100% by design.

[@marielamarre5796]

This was my entire last year! I felt everything that you talked about, it’s so sad what we have to deal with as teachers when all we want is to be there for the students.

[@JacquelineHall]

Literally! It takes a village, teachers can’t/shouldn’t do it alone

[@Uhmayazing]

I feel this in my soul!!! I am going into my 5th year, and these last 2 years have been rough! I started this career LOVING it, and I felt like being a teacher was my identity and I was so proud of it, but like you, having endured so much disrespect, and sooo many behaviors, my joy has faded so much, and it makes me sad. So happy that you’re stepping away, and thank you for putting it into perspective that it is just a job at the end of the day, and our mental health should be important! God bless you! ❤️

[@JacquelineHall]

Thank you for understanding me so well 🤍 I wish we all didn’t feel this way!

[@Richard-vq7ud]

Do not be fooled. The condition of all schools is the same and by design.

[@ReadWriteandShine]

You are so strong! And you are totally correct YOU were meant to be with those kids even though I can not even imagine how traumatic it was, know that one day those kids will remember you and be thankful you were there. 💖 wish you a very healing year!

[@JacquelineHall]

Thank you so much 🤍

[@byeteaching]

Great video! As a former teacher myself, I can totally relate to these mistakes. It's so important for educators transitioning into new careers to be aware of these pitfalls. Thanks for sharing!

[@andreaamezcua5502]

We’re literally the same person, i never imagined that my mind would change about teaching. I felt the exact same way. You lasted longer than I did though! I was in a private preschool it was all year around and got no summer break!! and I lasted for 7 months, I took the job out of fear. And it was the worst experience… I have a few more weeks left until I’m completely out of that job. It’s also an hour to two hour commute, i would cry all the time coming home. I liked how you mentioned that you’re a joyful person and find joy. I believe in that. And I just couldn’t at this job, thank you for sharing, I felt that I was the only one!!

[@JacquelineHall]

You are not alone! It's just not worth sacrificing our mental health. & we have so many valuable skills, you'll be great at whatever you do next 🤍 Take care!

[@audravlogs]

I took an 8 month and came back as a long term sub in February. And yes its the entire education system and how its viewing kids as $$ instead of kids who need to learn that there are consequences to our actions. I love teaching but feeling drained by the other stuff. Hopefully this new grade level I will be stepping into will be better. 😊

[@tofutoph]

I have so much respect for you, been following your channel for quite some time since I am a new teacher. That line you said about “all it takes is one terrible year to make you want to change careers,” really got to me. I already get anxiety thinking about being burnt out. But I’m so sorry you went through all that. Some of my friends have changed paths because of this. Right now, my students are great. I’m just taking it a day at a time.

[@JacquelineHall]

Thank you so much for following my journey! I hope your school year is awesome this year and nothing like mine lol! Find your people and do exactly that, take it one day at a time. 🤗

[@curlykiki8]

i left the classroom this june after twenty-one years. a lot of what you experienced sounds like my story. lack of safety and support, unwillingness to focus and learn from my students after having learned at home. it was just horrible. praying you find your perfect fit!

[@decolletage109]

I'm so sorry to hear your story. Wishing you joy and healing

[@JacquelineHall]

Aw best of luck to you on your first year 💗 the first year is always so special

[@joythompson9530]

I'm incredibly happy for you! You took every word out my mouth of why I dislike the profession on top of the low pay. My first year I was "Professionally bullied". I was severely micromanaged and traumatized to the point I wasn't eating,coming out of my room, or socializing with my family. I'm going into my fourth year Teaching High school Spanish. I pray for a bright year while planning my exit strategy.

[@JacquelineHall]

That makes me so sad to hear, you don’t deserve that💔 take care of yourself this year! 🥺

[@CM-db8zj]

Oh, Jacqueline! Listening to your testimony broke my heart! You are clearly a tremendously introspective and insightful woman with extraordinary talent. You are clearly a loving and compassionate educator. This is my 30th year of teaching. This was my first year I have had behavior issues in my classroom that reached the level you're describing. I absolutely understand the powerlessness you felt and the grief and frustration over teaching in an unsafe environment due to the behavior of specific students. It is scarring for all involved and such an incredible shame violent students are allowed in classrooms. It truly disgusts me. At the same time, I still love teaching. It sounds like you do, too. Don't give up your dreams because of those students. Find a school where you can be a teacher, not a corrections officer. You will shine. Please reach out if you need a mentor or a friend. 😊

[@JacquelineHall]

Wow thank you for this 🤍 I hope your school year gets better!

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

Very nice job, Jacqueline!🥰

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

Nice to meet you too, Ari!

[@k.brunson400]

I left for a Month and I think it was definitely worth my mental health. I never thought I would leave but I did and now I'm going back. I am scared and excited. Last year was not a safe environment and I couldn't do it anymore.

[@tinaauten3185]

I don’t know whether to give this video a thumbs up or thumbs down because you totally made this video with a lot of grace and I feel you on the support issues. But I feel so bad that you had to go through this. I think you are so brave to put your mental health first, not everyone has that strength or opportunity. Good luck in your future!

[@JacquelineHall]

Thank you so much for watching and caring🤍

[@cheyennecarmer8638]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I hope that after a break you feel ready to go back if teaching is where God is leading you 💕

[@JacquelineHall]

I hope so too! Thanks for watching ☺️

[@aamugirl]

I left teaching October 2021 in my 10th year. I couldn't handle the workload and zero consequences for students anymore... among other things. I am a truck driver now and I love it! Best. Decision. Ever.

[@JacquelineHall]

I love that! I have yet to hear of any former teachers regret their decision of leaving. Good for you 🤍

[@rachaelsmith6519]

I’m in my second year and sometimes I think daily about how much longer I can continue teaching ….

[@stephroses95]

I feel you, best of luck in your next chapter!

[@JacquelineHall]

Ugh, I hope you have a better year! Take care🤍

[@jenniferlee9830]

Everything you said is so true especially the part about wasting teaching/learning time when dealing with misbehaviors. Finding another school with admin support will be a whole lot better.

[@JacquelineHall]

Yep 🙃 and then their test scores are alll on me. It was just so much pressure. I do have some teacher friends that are already loving their new schools so that gives me hope at least.

[@shar__]

You deserve the break hun and that also means not having to make teacher content. Focus on what other things bring you joy😌.I stepped down after 5 years. It’s been a year now and I don’t regret it. I needed to get grounded. You don’t know how hectic it feels until you don’t have to go anymore. Get your rest and heal your mind and heart from that hard school year. Wishing you all the best🙏🏽✨

[@JacquelineHall]

Thank you so much for this🤍

[@dianaguzman7556]

Can totally relate to this. Thank you for sharing. I wish admin was more supportive in situations like these. I wish they could work a day in our shoes.

[@JacquelineHall]

Same girl

[@faithlam4179]

Hi Jacqueline you did a great job for making this content video and I still love it!!! 🙂

[@JacquelineHall]

Thanks!

[@nadiaserrano2061]

Ahhh I’m so sorry. You are so brave!

[@JacquelineHall]

🤍

[@yodaleiheehu3280]

Every time I look into school teachers for insight about teaching shortly after I find they are no longer teaching from another video lmao

[@JacquelineHall]

🤭😆

[@SwtLvlyLucy169]

I’ve learned that Teaching is not who I am and quite literally just what I do. Do I try to do my best, sure. But, I refuse to let it engulf me. I had a horrible first three years with admin that was even worse than yours (It was a charter school so they would say things like “Do I not pay you enough”?) I left that place and found my current school where although not perfect, it is def. much better. I completely understand the trouble of wanting time to fly bc of teaching but in real life you would love to enjoy the time in your life. I will be honest, although my school is much better… I do want to have a different position in the school- not be a regular classroom teacher but be a cluster teacher instead. Teach one subject to several different classes/grades. Im basically trying to find the sweet spot in the career for myself. We shall see. I am so glad that you decided to choose yourself because again, you are more than just a teacher. Enjoy your break and keep us updated!

[@JacquelineHall]

You understand me so well, thank you for listening! Hope you find your place 🤍

[@95RangerGirl]

You are strong! I can’t believe admin told you that. I feel like us sweeter teachers are treated like we are weak! We are not

[@ashwinibharathy2431]

This is exactly what I'm going through now, this year is completely different for most of the teachers. And the school management is completely unsupportive. I started this career with so much of passion and dream. this is my 3rd year being a teacher but I'm already exhausted and depressed. I'm also in the process of changing my school hope everything gets in a right place. Thanks for sharing y*(our)* story

[@JacquelineHall]

Ugh, I wish you the best! I’m hopeful that there are good schools out there with a great support system 🙏🏼 hope that’s where you land this year🤍

[@ashwinibharathy2431]

@@JacquelineHall Thanks dear your words means a lot to me. I wish you all success as well.

[@victoriaLL345]

Good luck on our new adventures.

[@JacquelineHall]

Thank you!

[@kayleighwebb5441]

I ended up having so many behaviors and constant mental problems from the stress. I ended switching schools to a better school district who support teachers and deals with behaviors. I switched to a school after my first year of teaching and I’m so much happier.

[@kayleighwebb5441]

I 1000 percent feel you in that matter. I would feel so drained and come home and cry. I had such bad anxiety for school starting back.

[@Richard-vq7ud]

The schools have collapsed by design.

[@melaniem828]

I’m starting my first year of teaching in August and I’m super excited. Your video doesn’t scare me, but it does help to open my eyes and be prepared. But at the same time, I’ve been really miserable at my current job for a couple years now. I currently feel how you felt.. like waking up dreading go to work. Also, my current job is so laborious. I’m on my feet for 8 hours, dealing with rude customers in retail. My back hurts, I get migraines. The pay isn’t there. It’s really awful. Most days I hate my job and my health is declining because of it. I graduated college and now I’m hoping teaching will give me a fresh perspective and I’ve also heard amazing things about the school I got hired at. I wish you the best of luck and thanks for being real with us. I didn’t expect this video from you, after watching some of your older videos, but I do understand your reality. There’s nothing worse than staying stagnant in a place where you can’t thrive

[@JacquelineHall]

Best of luck to you!🤍 I will say, my first 2 years of teaching were a dream come true. I loved going to work & teaching. My last year was just very very different & I do think if I would’ve given it another shot at another school, maybe I would’ve loved it all over again. Who knows! But I hope you get to experience all the good parts of it 🤍

[@FourGirls9]

Your background map is absolutely beautiful! Could I ask where you got it?

[@JacquelineHall]

Hobby lobby! :)

[@k.brunson400]

Learning my identity outside of teaching has been super hard!

[@AccountabilityCorner]

Jacqueline you remind me of myself six years ago. Teaching was such a huge part of my identity. Like you I had administrator who were not supportive and would belittle me. I started to loose my passion for teaching also. I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to become a director a a private program. I took on the job with one promise that I would never forget how terrible those past principles made me feel. I always want to be a support to our educators. I am now a mother and i myself would be very disappointed if i had to send my children to the local school. The amount of violence children are exposed to in school is so sad. Children should feel safe at school and excited to develop thier love for learning but thag is just not the case. My daughter turned 5 today and i will be homeschooling her for as long as we can. Thankfully my current position understands that I am at my best capacity when i know ive taken care of my own children first! I can tell you that God works in a beautiful way. Everything i experianced as an educator was my broken path leading me to open my eyes on how to best educate my children. As teachers we call the students our children but reality is there not our kids! We are only in thier life for a tiny snapshot of thier lives. But as you maybe blessed to become a mother one day your passion for teaching maybe sparked once again as mine has with my babies. I hope this gives you hope because i can see your spark has been dimmed a little. Your a beautiful person and your light still shines through! Enjoy your time to rest and recover!

[@JacquelineHall]

Thank you so much for sharing this with me. I definitely see myself taking that same path (homeschooling) when I have kids of my own some day. Your encouragement did help me see things in a different light 🤍 Thank you!

[@sarahkellogg1892]

A DAY?!?! That's ridiculous! Good for you leaving a TOXIC teaching environment & taking the time for healing. 👏 Praying for you during this sabbatical.

[@JacquelineHall]

Thank you so much 🤍

[@lilshortcake185]

Omg no consequences you hit it on the nail!

[@JacquelineHall]

Sadly 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@ClaudiaSanchez-1991]

I get what you mean about not receiving the support from your admin team. I teach 6th grade and I had a lot of behavior issues in one of my 6 classes. I would send the kid to the office and they would come back behaving the same or worst!!

[@JacquelineHall]

Yep. In my case, they would purposely make poor choices so that they can go to the office to get a reward 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@beluraven1244]

Insightful video and very eye opening. I think parents/guardians forget that education and learing continue outside of school as well. Crazy how much the school support system has done a complete 360 with proving support to its teachers. Such a shame since our kids are losing out on great role models. Hopefully things are turned around when you consider to go back into the classroom. Would you consider going back to graduate school and maybe work in a different area/field in education?

[@JacquelineHall]

It definitely takes a village. Working in a different field in education isn't really a thought right now, but we'll see!

[@toyshiajohnson8604]

24 year veteran here and yes after the pandemic it has been insane the behaviors I am sticking it out only because I’m close to retirement..I tell young teachers like yourself …RUN do what makes you happy …this is not it…you can’t fix a broken system & classroom management can’t fix it 👎🏽 thank goodness you left

[@daynishav5340]

I witnessed a similar situation where I was in a classroom where a girl told a student “ I’m going to kill you”. And I’m only a Substitute TA ! Later on, I heard that the parents of the girl literally spoils her and she’s been evaluated as well but still no consequences. I believe everything you said !

[@Amarislovely]

That is so sad, were you able to do anything about it as a substitute?

[@daynishav5340]

@@Amarislovely I told one of their real teachers

[@s.sflower]

Hey girl ❤ miss you posting videos. Hope all is well!

[@meadowsmichelle]

I respect your choice sorry that you had a classroom from hell. My last years third grade math class was like that. I switch mid-year to kindergarten. The best thing I ever did. Stay strong good luck. Your right your self care is more important.

[@JacquelineHall]

I’m so glad that worked out for you! I mighttt give a younger grade a chance

[@JessicaTayB]

Admin: “Consequences are for chumps” Also admin: “Your classroom management is not up to par”

[@JacquelineHall]

Ugh🙄😕

[@thezzach]

BIG HUG TO YOU!!! I totally support your decision. You definitely deserve a break. I’m shocked that ASSAULT is taken so lightly. That is dangerously irresponsible. Your principal should have been fired. I’m surprised you didn’t try a different school, like private or Montessori?

[@JacquelineHall]

Thank you! I totally agree. I was offered a position at a private school and almost took it until I realized how much lower private school teachers get paid. $25k salary for example 😳

[@naty1012]

I just came from your interview tips video.

[@JacquelineHall]

Ahh, the irony

[@jessicaalyne7263]

I would definitely recommend trying high school if you are willing! I always hear great things from teachers who moved from elementary to high school.

[@jessicaalyne7263]

Nowadays elementary has no discipline and it’s terrible! It makes me sad because I really wanted to teach elementary my whole life, but after subbing for elementary, I have seen what I needed to see.

[@JacquelineHall]

Wow! That's so interesting. But personally, I don't think I would be taken seriously in a high school setting lol.

[@noemi915]

Poor you. I would have quit too.

[@chrisoulalakkas7401]

“When anger arises, think of the consequences.” - Confucius

[@JacquelineHall]

🔥

[@J0kercodm]

Hey mrs hall it’s me Ashton from 3rd grade I just wanted to say hi I’m 11 now in 6th grade

[@JacquelineHall]

Ashton!! 😀 hey buddy! I hope you’re doing well 😊😊

[@J0kercodm]

@@JacquelineHall I am

[@mightyzane5400]

Sad to say we live in a world of emotions rather than living in a world 🌎 of rationality

[@hillevirydberg2631]

I work as a teachers assistent and in my school there was a child, 9 years, that brought a sharp kitchen knife to school and threatended to kill a teacher when he was not allowed to be on his ipad.

[@tiggs5591]

Yikes!

[@aperez3638]

"there are no consequences" "no support"... yes, oh my goodness, exactly!! I teach high school and I caught students vaping in the bathroom, reported it, nothing happened. Student walked out of my class, reported it, came back the next day with zero consequences. This is only the tip of the iceberg. I'm doing one more year just to see what happens. I still passion for it. I just know I'm not going to be a teacher forever so maybe a year to see if I can handle it. But I agree, I don't want to wish my life away, live for the weekends, sadly, not worth it for a career.

[@JacquelineHall]

I hope this school year is different for you! I'm hearing a lot of teachers say the same thing, that they're giving it one last shot this year. I'm hoping something changes. Best of luck to you this year and take care of yourself. 🤍

[@aperez3638]

@@JacquelineHall Thank you! God Bless!

[@Nelsonzhengs]

When will you post on this channel again

[@noemi915]

Where are your videos??

[@bustingyewls154]

Been almost a year since your last video 😮

[@JacquelineHall]

Crazy! I was thinking about that this morning lol

[@bustingyewls154]

@@JacquelineHall haha ! Right on time. I was thinking you might have retired from KZbin 😯

[@user-dj2rk1vv6b]

They should had hired an AID for support in that class or for any teacher that has students with some sort of behavior!!!

[@Ukaran]

You look like Gal Gadot.

[@boblewis9411]

hi kiss bob

[@pearlajai]

I haven’t finished watching but I want to say thank you for sharing your journey! You have been such a motivation for me in finishing school and honestly I am still such a fan of you. You’re one of the most authentic and genuine KZbinrs. 🤍 I have been working a plan B just in case! I will be student teaching finally this fall!! When I started watching you I was a community college student working on transferring to a university, so I want to thank you again for having so much impact in my motivation🫶🏽

[@JacquelineHall]

🥹 This means so much to me! Thank you for your kind words 🤍 I wish you all the best with student teaching this year, I LOVED that season so much.

[@pearlajai]

@@JacquelineHall You’ve had such a huge impact on me! I remember sending you how one of my professor’s used your video for our class and a lot of my classmates said your videos were helpful. I’m very grateful for your teacher content and future teacher content. I also enjoy watching your Etsy shop flourish🤎 Thank you SO much!!! I’m super excited and hoping all goes well!☺️

[@JacquelineHall]

@@pearlajai 😭so sweet! & oh my gosh, thanks for sending me that! I thought that was so cool.

[@alexawatts]

I’m so sorry this has happened to you💔teaching is so exhausting and hard these days!! I decided to become a health coach to help teachers with stress and burnout 🤍🤍