I Left Teaching A Year Ago...Here's What It Would Take For Me To Go Back.

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0:00 Intro
1:27 Helix Sleep!
3:22 Why I'm Glad I left
12:30 What Do I Miss?
14:12 The One Thing That Would Make Me Go Back
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My original "I Quit" Video: • Why I Quit Teaching (A...

[@hellostephco84]

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[@paymyrent7516]

I’m a registered nurse. My best friend is a middle school teacher. Any time we meet up, it’s nothing but tears-getting drunk and telling stories about our growing anxiety and the life getting sucked out of us. This cannot be the life lol

[@cosmicbeauty5682]

Used to look forward to being an adult. Nowadays I wouldn't mind being a kid again, even if its just for a day 😂

[@kd11sk]

I’m an RN too. I just left the bedside after 12 years for a remote case manager job and it was the best move I could have ever made!!

[@alextroy9202]

@@cosmicbeauty5682 right

[@alextroy9202]

Life as an adult seems to be just a career and that’s it. I don’t like it

[@alexdalton4535]

You guys should try to get into tech or consulting

[@aiyannavaurice5518]

I am a teacher and you are absolutely right. Last year was my first year and it was extremely overwhelming. The teacher shortage is absolutely real. You would think they would just pay us more instead of just hiring anyone out of desperation. Teaching is NOT for the weak.

[@whoome1638]

These administrators are going to get a even rude awakening. The people they are going to hire with certificates aren’t going to last long. Their going to realize how tough it is and leave within 3 months. It’s going to be a revolving door

[@apricotsapricotsapricots]

So they're lowering the bar rather than paying teachers far more money and protecting children. Ok. Fools.

[@Mariely1]

As an introvert, being a teacher sounds so consuming. Having to put out so much energy and enthusiasm seems overwhelming. Teachers truly deserve so much more.

[@circe...]

Lol. I'm an introvert AND a teacher. It is exhausting. By mid morning I'm already burned out, needing a quiet place to be alone ☺🧘‍♀️

[@catwhisperer1253]

I am an introvert and a teacher, but I am also not married nor do I have kids, so I can recharge after school. Kids need all types of teachers because there are all types of kids. Kids need introverted and extroverted teachers.

[@Gabster1990]

So many good teachers are leaving and it's sad. We really need to value teachers.

[@NaiveOldhead]

Going on my fourth year teaching high school English. I love the kids. I teach at a predominantly Hispanic school in Houston, and the kids are very sweet but: 1) kids don’t take school seriously 2) there’s no real consequences for them not taking school seriously This leads to a lot of conflict with administrators who complain about STAAR scores (standardized test), failure rates, and attendance issues. We can’t make kids care about school, so stop setting these unrealistic expectations and treating us like we’re not motivating the kids or making engaging lessons for them. At this point, as long as they show up, try, and don’t give me any behavioral problems I’m not stressing.

[@hellostephco84]

I worked at McReynolds!!!!!!! Loved my kids and my time there!! But yes to everything you said also. Heavy on the no real consequences.

[@MsScott-xr4ry]

Yes that's a good attitude. You do your best, love the kids and don't blame yourself for any issues. Not everyone is going to be great at school and not everyone has involved parents. Many of them are getting themselves up in the morning and showing up. It's all about personal progress.

[@A.Shawnee]

i applaud teachers so much, choosing to deal with these demons...I mean children today. To go to a place where you're know you're overworked and underpaid...I'm praying for all my brothers and sisters in education.

[@hellostephco84]

Lol @ these demons 😭😭

[@iamsuprmn1]

Something just came to me.... this is why your videos are so engaging. You speak as if you are teaching a life lesson. Your audience is quickly made comfortable and confident in your ability to convey a message we want to hear. Love watching you explain your journey. Much Love Much Light Steph

[@Angie-vc9oe]

Yesss i could listen to her all dayyyy

[@tashajourneys]

Well said! She really does speak as if she is speaking a life lesson!

[@Mariely1]

She would of been my fav teacher

[@soblessed4844]

I’ve been teaching for 32 years and I’m literally exhausted! If it wasn’t for the fact that I have financial responsibilities, I would have taken an early retirement package. Public school districts really need to lower the classroom size, pay teachers more money, find someway to streamline all the paperwork, and make sure there are consequences for students or parents that threaten the safety of any teacher.

[@bullitt0713]

I have been a teacher for awhile. I would never recommend teaching to anyone. You basically have to work 24 hours, plus weekends. The pay puts me in the poverty level in California. I work on weekends. I work after work. Administration is constantly in our classrooms nitpicking everything we do as teachers. Meeting after meeting. I could be here forever talking about why teaching is such an unappreciated and unvalued job.

[@APTTMHYforever]

But you said that you’ve been teaching for a while… there must be something good about it.. why do you go back?? Genuine question because the shortage is real and I’m considering it

[@bullitt0713]

@@APTTMHYforever honestly, my summers off. I do love being able to spend my summers with my kids and be on their schedule. So I keep doing it for the sake of spending as much time as possible with them. When they grow up, I will start looking for something else. Btw, I am a single mom. Being on their schedule makes it easier for me, otherwise I don’t know how I could manage 😢

[@purplepheasant4776]

Do you teach well?

[@changes649]

When you leave, you leave for a reason. Don't look back or consider looking back. Just keep moving forward. That's the only way to give it your all.

[@whatsnew955]

That’s such a nice short motto. Gonna save it to my notepad. Thanks for your words!

[@eshadiva6600]

I would never go back to teaching lol it was awful

[@rachelfrombefore]

I just cannot wrap my head around how this country devalues teachers so much. It’s especially funny (funny weird, not funny haha) considering the student loan crisis. The irony. I also don’t understand why I’m taxed to death but we can’t pay teachers a living wage. Like is it misogyny because most teachers are women? Or do we hate kids that much??

[@jasminemoon9965]

Probably both. Teaching is a pink collar job and they don’t like kids

[@rachelfrombefore]

@@jasminemoon9965 I’ve never heard that term! Adding it to my notebook. And yeah it’s gotta be both 😩

[@catwhisperer1253]

Yes, a lot of it is misogyny. I took women's studies courses in college and it has been shown that whenever women are the majority in a career field, the pay goes down. In addition, there is a "male flight". Men begin leaving the profession. Secretaries used to be all males...think about the secretary in that Christmas movie who was Tiny Tim's dad. Lol! Compare average salaries for all male dominated fields vs female dominated fields. People will try and make excuses or say it isn't misogyny, but we all know that if the majority of teachers were men, it would be considered a very important profession and they would be paid much more. I know so many men who make so much more than me and they only have a high school diploma. I have a Bachelor's and half of a Master's.

[@cosmicbeauty5682]

I don't miss being in the office at all. I enjoy waking up working at my own pace while still getting work done. Finally able to workout for an hour a day and still get a nice shower in without rushing. Taking a nice nap after lunch and getting some fresh air to run a few errands. The freedom is so nice

[@alexisprince596]

That sounds amazing🥹. If you don’t mind me asking, what do you do?

[@cosmicbeauty5682]

@@alexisprince596 I decided to get into tech. I used to work primarily in pharmacy, but got a bit tired of the hectic schedule and making very little while doing a lot on the job

[@TheFemmeCocoa]

America, we have a problem! This reminds me so much of the situation we’re in as nurses and healthcare in general. I know so many nurses who have left the profession out of the sheer stress and COVID PTSD. I find myself planning an exit and trying to help women in a different way. Thanks for sharing your experience with honesty. This is such an important conversation that needs to be expanded.

[@kd11sk]

Yes, I’m an RN that just left the bedside after 11 years for a remote case management job. Best choice I could have made but I don’t know what the hospitals are going to do!

[@BubblyViolin11]

The amount of nurses I’ve talked to who’ve been able to relate to us teachers is so sad. If there are 2 industries that can’t falter, it’s healthcare and education and yet here we are….

[@ancientaquarius1310]

Yes indeed! 19 years at the bedside as an RN. Just left and never intend to return!!!!

[@ThrivingNotDying]

For anyone thinking of leaving teaching: Try teaching overseas In international schools!! It was great! Now that I'm "stuck" in the states, I'm trying to get out of the classroom. It's honestly not worth the time, energy, effort and lack of pay and I work with the little ones which some how makes me more underpaid 😫 I make more money nannying than I do teaching. My Masters degree is crying.

[@catwhisperer1253]

Yes, I loved my time teaching in Honduras and South Korea. I am also "stuck in the states" now. I am working on my Master's degree now and am halfway through it. I am just hoping that it will pay off.

[@paigelovette8156]

"My masters degree is crying" Sis my Bachelors degree in business is hanging its self from the shower with what I'm doing with my life rn 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@dori1017]

It’s me… the teacher who wants to quit… who clicked on this video so fast! 😭 I go back tomorrow and I don’t want to… I was about to resign…

[@nawal10]

I'm a part time teacher and was discouraged by retired full time teachers to get into it 😩. I love what I do but I wish the $ was more of course. It's solid but not like full time. Teachers are sooo under appreciated! And now it's like the kids have more authority than anyone! One false complaint and you're fired even if you're in the right. In my case my students looooove me even the bullies lol and I adore them back but I see how other teachers are mistreated and even if I try to stand up for them it's up to the director. She fired quite a few 😩.

[@teacherof20]

I know it!

[@hellostephco84]

I have seen teachers be pulled out of their rooms in the middle of a lesson because of a student's unproven (and false) allegations. I know we want to be safe rather than sorry, but it still sucks to see.

[@joyandpeacefullaughter5307]

Yas, my girl is getting sponsored posts now 🤗

[@justpeachykeen13]

Omg your comments about not being able to balance school life with home life are spot on! We give so much energy and your brain is in kid mode for an entire day, always on. That’s not something I hear people talk about enough and I really appreciate you doing so, thank you!

[@catwhisperer1253]

Yes, Stephanie has a way with words. I like how she said, "Your brain is not yours" during school hours. So true!

[@Vanessa-iq3vt]

Not a teacher but leaving the school setting🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 tomorrow is my last day 🎉 congratulate me yall! 😁

[@beewest5704]

Follow your joy!!!!!!

[@ravenpriestess3789]

Last school yr was my 20th yr of teaching and it was my hardest thus far. We had to sub during our planning periods. My department had vacancies and some classes didn't have a teacher most of the yr. I was exhausted all the time and crying at home most weeks. Recently, I completed another certification so that I can pivot into another role. But, I have to begin another school yr at the end of this week. God help me.

[@greenbyrd3665]

I live in Ohio and it;s the same here There is a huge teacher shortage all across the country! People are either leaving the profession or retiring. Teachers are asked to do so much. Kids with behavior problems, over crowded classrooms, parents who are angry about curriculums. It's a mess right now. I hope it gets better, because we need intelligent, compassionate people like you in the classroom!

[@hellostephco84]

And there is so little support for behaviours. I made a deal with God that when my old Principal left (she was a behavior wizard) I would be out too. We left the same year in the same month lol.

[@greenbyrd3665]

@@hellostephco84 I'm sorry for the kids, but happy for you and for us! 😂😂

[@Shemashay]

I’m an international teacher in the Middle East. I think you might like it!! You could really make bank! You teach and do your KZbin videos you will roll in the dough. I’m trying my best to get my KZbin going. I just hate editing!!!

[@Lovlyfloyd491]

“ But is that the best thing for this stage of my life right now ?” I felt that ❤️😊

[@nl4822]

The main issue under all of these band-aid issues, that we never hear teachers discuss, is that it shouldn't be this amazing miracle caught on camera that students sat and did their work. It shouldn't be amazing that they want to be in class and are engaged in learning. Go to a classroom in Japan and tell me how the students behave. Tell a Nigerian mother that her son doesn't "want" to go to school. Watch students in India, regardless of pandemic and poverty, attend school ready to work. Teaching wouldn't be so hard if we had a culture of discipline with our children and held them to higher standards. Instead, we live in a society where saying "no" to a child is now considered scarring to them. If we had well-behaved students whose parents held them accountable, and teachers who followed union guidelines rather than going "above and beyond," teaching would be an EXCELLENT career with amazing benefits (union blue states).

[@venuslove-i1v]

Yes, and more YES! In this day and age, the students are not being raised to respect anyone. This is creating an entitled mentality within the culture.

[@infinitespiral6758]

Yeah, as someone who grew up in a third world country, schools are run through fear and violence. That kind of discipline is achieved with a cost. You should not be romanticizing it...

[@nl4822]

@@infinitespiral6758 My husband did too. I'm not romanticizing it but rather saying that the true problem of why American teachers are worn is out because of a lack of discipline. Students cannot even sit in their seats (no exaggeration). My argument is that, surely, we can find middle ground between abuse and complete mayhem. The problem is, most teachers will never focus and acknowledge how the poor parenting and lack of discipline affects the classroom.

[@catwhisperer1253]

@@nl4822 Ummm...many teachers DO acknowledge how poor parenting and discipline affects the classroom ALL. THE. TIME. You should watch the videos by "Bored Teachers". They are always drawing attention to this issue. That IS the main complaint of teachers. I know...I am a teacher. And sometimes, it is hard to draw the line and not go "above and beyond." You want to be a team player, be liked by your boss to keep the peace and keep your job, to be helpful, etc.

[@nl4822]

@@catwhisperer1253 I'm a teacher too and, no, this is not talked about. The top complaints by teachers in school and online are: administration, covid, testing/paperwork, and pay. On "teacher misery" they show stories of violence against teachers, but they rarely talk about where that problem stems from. We need district-wide parent training on how to raise children in this country.

[@beewest5704]

All my friends that are teachers are on anxiolytics & or anti_ depressants. They are always talking about how they are not going back next year but they stay cause its their passion. I wish administtrztors supported teachers more. There is not one teacher I know that does not buy supplies for the kids out of their own salaries.

[@anhserc3534]

Ok sis I see you with the sponsorship and also 3 vids in 2 days??!! Let’s gooooo Stepco!!!

[@LGnLA]

"You have to be ON, the second you step on campus..." thee TRUEST words ever spoken... 💯💯💯💯

[@benitakipela]

Teachers are not appreciated, respected and paid enough most of the times..teaching is hard work (I'm a foreign language teacher) I love it but would like to be able to transition into content creation full time some day - thanks for sharing this🥰

[@Amberrechelle]

I quit in April . Best decision I've ever made .

[@QueenJuliana89]

I stopped working at the schools in the early 2000’s so my era was another time. I was paraprofessional and specialized in students with high-functioning autism. There were so many conflicts because this was time when they were beginning to mainstream these students into regular classrooms. The teachers resented our presence and didn’t understand what I needed to do to help the children acclimate to the situation. I was successful and gifted with my trade but so many educators didn’t seem to have the patience to tolerate the behaviors of these students with special needs. I could. You teachers don’t get enough respect from parents. You don’t get enough support from your principals and your salary is an insult. I know your supplies come out of your paycheck. You give too much of yourselves and it’s too hazardous. At least it was becoming that way when I was in the middle of it. I felt impassioned doing what I was doing. I miss the children so much! I admire anyone shaping minds and helping young people grow as individuals. You look very beautiful by the way ❤️ I love your content 🥰🌹

[@hellostephco84]

Good paras are so important and the children really thrive in a situation where someone is there to help them succeed. It helps the whole classroom!

[@QueenJuliana89]

@@hellostephco84 It was the most rewarding work ❤️ I’m not sure what the climate in the classroom is now with mainstream vs. special needs students. When I was there it was something new and almost experimental. You really don’t get enough credit as educators. 🏆

[@catwhisperer1253]

@@QueenJuliana89 In my experience, I think it is just normal now. It is normal and common to have special needs students in your classroom with a para and teachers don't seemed bothered by it. I think most teachers want to know how we can be more helpful for these special needs kids.

[@QueenJuliana89]

@@catwhisperer1253 That makes me so happy!

[@erica9314]

I worked in education as a counselor for a non profit in the houston area and I left in the summer of 2019 to work in a clinic setting for almost double the pay. I enjoyed working with middle school kids, I miss the kids but I don’t miss all the other crazy unrealistic expectations that I had to deal with. I really feel for the teachers and the kids bc the shortages are disservice to all of them. Now I work with kids in a different capacity and I get to be at home which is nice.

[@godsfavor6939]

Thank you for this Stephanie. I’m so glad you totally understand what we teachers experience on a daily. I’ve been teaching for 20 years and I am burned out. I put so much of my self and life into this profession and so many think it’s light work. The behaviors are something I’ve never seen in my life. I pray God opens another door for me to step through. In the meantime I’ll pray for a renewed mind and heart. Take care my dear and God bless. 💜

[@catwhisperer1253]

So true! I had a guy online say to me, "Teaching is just mainly paperwork, right?" I responded, "Pppssshh...the paperwork is just the side work that you do on your own time and don't get paid for!" Yeah...most people don't understand.

[@13ikea]

7:27. This is why I don’t like when people say degrees don’t matter. They absolutely do.

[@Aritul]

Three videos in a row! My lucky week.

[@shereenlovelace6217]

I am so glad you touched on this ❤️. I am a teacher. I've worked with children for 16 years total including time before and after earning my degree as an Early Childhood Educator. At times, I missed having the face-to-face interaction, but I LOVED teaching virtually. It was the best work experience of my life. I loved the flexibility, doing everything electronically, and still being able to engage with the babies in my class while working from the comforts of home. I could travel and work from anywhere, all I needed was a few of my teaching materials and a laptop. I could wear my pajama pants, I could eat between my sessions, and I had the convenience of saving money I would use for bus fare and Lyft/Uber (I don't drive, but utilize public transportation). Most importantly, I was still paid well and with benefits for much less stress. The only reason I am back in the classroom is because I have no choice (sigh).

[@taybee4653]

I left teaching in 2021 and I am so glad that I left when I did. Now that I see everything going, nothing is changing and I am glad I left. Them giving these one time bonuses aren’t going retain teachers. The shortage is due to teachers being severely underpaid, the disrespect from students, parents, and administration. On top of all that, they are giving teachers MORE expectations. Now that I left, I feel like I have my life back especially since I am in a hybrid work model.

[@vettamanning6695]

Thank you Steph! I am a high school math teacher and I am pretty sure I subscribed to your channel after I saw that video you posted last year about teaching. I totally agree on your take and appreciate the support. It's a big slap in our face to say we had to spend thousands of dollars to get degrees and training and certifications, but people off the street can just walk in and do the job. Smh... its hilarious to me and just disrespectful. I have been teaching 20 years, and I can say I learn something new every year that impacts and shapes the teacher that I am in my classroom today. Mind you I am in a pretty kush situation but even still it's war like you said. I am going in positive and I hope I am able to come out on the other side in May! Thanks for the video. You still thinking about moving to Austin?

[@mimilexi7842]

Fellow teacher here! Everything you said was so relatable. I'm happy that you had the courage to know when it was time to step away. Wishing you all the success in your new chapter! I loveeee your channel.

[@mariespence9965]

Just by the way you communicate here on KZbin let’s me know you’re an amazing teacher. A great loss for the classroom, but until this society recognizes that there can be no profession without teachers, we all lose🤷🏽‍♀️

[@MsScott-xr4ry]

That's the same thing I was thinking. I wish I had a teacher like her and it's sad that students are losing role models like you.

[@purplepheasant4776]

She sounds like she is a terrible teacher to me. Ew! The only thing that she said that made sense was the bathroom issue.

[@MsScott-xr4ry]

@@purplepheasant4776 what brought you to that conclusion? You might be right, I don't know.

[@purplepheasant4776]

@@MsScott-xr4ry Her complaints don't seem valid. I need more "me time." I need to eat breakfast and have my coffee because school starts too early. She is speaking like an entrepreneur. What does entrepreneurship have to do with the school system? Children need order and structure. No, you can't walk out of 3rd period with your yoga mat, go to a class, buy a protein shake, and return to teach your your "perfect" 5th grade. There aren't many occupations like that. Sorry that school doesn't start at 11 a.m. because 8 am. is too early. All her complaints could be solved by packing a lunch before she leaves the house. Teachers leave at 3p.m. What is better than that? Change your clothes, go to yoga at 3:30, and go home and write your lesson plan. I don't understand this woman. She is very goofy to me.

[@purplepheasant4776]

@@MsScott-xr4ry There are many problems in the educational system that are causing teachers to leave. I don't think she name a single one other than she is probably not cut out to be a teacher because she refuses to pack meals and wake up early. That's fine...but it's not mindblowing. I could be wrong but that's what I got from her video. What does teaching have to do with riding a bicycle 20 miles at 5 a.m. 🎻 You can't walk out of class, cycle into the sunset, and come back at 2:15. Did I hear this right? 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣Is it me?

[@eshadiva6600]

I quite teaching about 10 years ago and I would neverrrrrrrr go back lol I was very hands on deck also I was a model classroom actually lol and I still get crippling anxiety at even the thought of going back lol thanks for sharing this.

[@jettj6088]

The school I work in is hiring subs with no college at all. You could have have a GED or H.S. diploma and be a substitute teacher for weeks.

[@rharvey1227]

That’s crazy

[@cathyb214]

This feels so relatable to the mental health and healthcare worker shortage. Jobs that were underpaid and often thankless in the best of times, but it hasn’t been the best of times in decades. I wish we as a society would value these roles enough to actually pay and support professionals instead of blaming them for struggling or trying to fill the field with unqualified people who could do some real harm to students/patients/clients. Yuck.

[@BubblyViolin11]

I hope to be like your 60 yr old colleague. Taking the plunge back into Ed so we’ll see how it goes. I’ll be in a healthier environment that’s less toxic so hopefully I’ll be able to tend to my mental health better. I’m organized and started out with a solid morning routine, but the toxicity at my last school just bled into my whole being and I lost that organization over time. Keeping my fingers crossed that being in a better environment will allow me to keep my energy and organization long term.

[@MScoachDANI]

I’m loving all these videos Steph! And I was just thinking about buying a new mattress, I’ll be using your code 😉

[@hellostephco84]

Ok, but I have really loved this thing...and slept so peacefully (I was really pleasantly surprised)

[@diamonde5763]

I love what you said about wanting time to develop other aspects of yourself. I left the classroom for the same reason. I was so exhausted after a work day I really didn’t feel like I had time to develop my own interests and skills outside of the school day. Now im learning and applying new skills. Teaching is such a selfless field I am happy to be able have time to pour into myself now!

[@Solmom03]

I’m not going back. I missed the student engagement initially but that was short lived. And I missed the literary aspect of my classroom. But now I don’t know why I taught nearly 15 years. If anything I’d be out between yrs 3-5. Don’t get me wrong I enjoyed it but from a financial goal perspective, teaching ain’t it especially in my region. I have thought about returning to an adjunct role. But I’m not there yet. This is why teachers aren’t respected bc even leadership seemingly thinks anyone can do it. 🙄 Blessings and protection to all that are returning!

[@circe...]

Great to see so many teachers in the comments with similar experiences. I'm a high school teacher for Deaf students. For last 10 years I've felt like I've had no life. I have small class sizes but I've had to create my own curriculum, differentiating lessons, materials, posters, sign language videos, etc. 7 days week. Plus dealing with students who don't care makes me feel like all that work is for nothing. Breakfast? Lunch? bathroom breaks? hanging out with friends? Dating? All foreign to me. And don't get me get started on all the weight I've gained since teaching 😡😤 I have a week of summer left, and I'm starting to feel the annual back to school anxiety 😬 i think the thing that's keeping me in this job is the health and retirement benefits... but i do want to see what else is out there for me. I don't want to be the single, old, grumpy teacher who lives with 10 cats 😖😖

[@paolaanimator]

I hope my comment cheers you up. I'm hard of hearing and I went to a special school that has Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. I just graduated from college recently. I want to say thanks to you and all specialized teachers who helps students with special needs. 💙

[@circe...]

@@paolaanimator I LOVE THIS!! 🧡❤🧡❤ Yes, it's always great to see and hear success stories of students, especially DHH grads because us teachers don't always get instant gratification from our job. Almost never get it. Its very slow burned and delayed. Nevertheless, CONGRATS to your hard work and pushing through despite the obstacles. I know your teachers are proud 😊🤟🏽

[@circe...]

@@paolaanimator 👋👋 BIG CONGRATS TO YOU!! Graduating from college is no small feat. That's awesome. Really shows the level of grit you have. Us teachers need to be told those success stories because they add a little more hope, energy, and pep to our step. Make sure you go back and update your former teachers. I'm sure everyone is so proud of you. I'll have to add you into my class talks about "life after high school". Thanks for sharing that and good luck with your career and life in general ☺💙💙

[@paolaanimator]

@@circe... Thank you so much! And yes college was not easy, lots of workload. I have scholarships that covered the classes so it motivated me to finish college. I hope that I'll be able to start my career and I'm able to build up from here.

[@Esther-rl8ft]

You are clearly anointed for storytelling 🙏🏽

[@dianestanislowski3982]

So many people are pulling their kids from school in our area because the schools are so bad--the behaviors, political curriculum, et cetera. The homeschool community is growing and people are now teaching their own kids. Maybe this is the way things will change! I am so excited to start my first year of homeschooling for my two oldest children! I feel so bad foe the teachers though:(

[@13ikea]

I definitely see the shift happening.

[@sarahlysobey2917]

Looking good girl! Proud to see to grow and shine unapologetically.

[@fromlacktolegacy]

I retired at 55 after almost 30 years of teaching. There isn't one thing on the planet they could offer me to go back to the classroom. I loved the children, but all the other foolishness was just plain toxic.Thank you for speaking so honestly

[@SharonBurc]

Keep these amazing videos coming, Steph! I value your perception and insight.

[@teacherof20]

Can’t wait to hear what you have to say about this topic! I will watch tonight 💕

[@ElegantPaws01]

Congrats on 72 k subs. A 100k will happen this year.💃 Look at you with your sponsor. 🤗 Love it!

[@EmpressNatiLocs]

I’m not a teacher but I am an educator. I found your video and the way you presented this topic quite compelling. Thanks for sharing ☺️

[@aterry222]

I could really see you as a creative arts teacher. Or anything I feel like you have so much to give keep it up girl.

[@sheilakosoff5806]

Using the bathroom when you need it is such a luxury! I can now hold my pee for an hour. Not a skill that I should be proud of but so necessary. teaching requires so much patience and understanding of child psychology and just basic psychology of people and students. I don’t understand how people getting vocational certificates are going to be able to manage this. Teaching is also something that you get better at when you do more PD‘s will you take more courses over time. Let’s just see. I am leaving the profession after 18 years. I am just exhausted by the national level of disrespect. I am exhausted from being on 24/7 ten months a year. The only real break is summer break which I am so grateful for.

[@Nystarr15]

I resonate with this so hard. God, I pray you open doors. I pray that you help me with discipline to make a career shift. I am so scared. I’m dealing with so much other things that finding the energy to be courageous and take risks with my money feels so daunting. I just want to be perpetually in a better physical and mental state. *deep sigh*

[@rharvey1227]

You can do it 🙏🏾💪🏾

[@kashitigumelisah2877]

Im just excited for you....Live your life to the fullest and enjoy this season Steph you deserve it.

[@vallendior]

U would prob enjoy teaching at a private, Montessori or magnet school with regard to schedule and classroom size. U could also consider teaching ESL online. It pays well and it’s super flexible.

[@CourtneyCvideos]

Loved this video, and loveee the comment you made about students who *want to learn. That makes such a difference. ❤

[@paolaanimator]

Honestly I'm still shocked when I found out that teachers are underpaid. I hear all the time how important education is all my life so when I was a student growing up, I thought teacher's salary is up there with doctor's salary because in my mind I thought "Well, if doctors are needed in society and gets paid a high salary, then teachers are needed so they must be paid nicely." Being underpaid and overworked is unfair for education. I hope that there will be a demand for salary increases. Surely this can't go on forever.

[@kanampersand]

Thank you for the content. I've found that your volume is really low compared to other videos on this platform--just a note.

[@ClaireHaire]

*I work in accounting wfh & our numbers are better because, we're not stressed about driving 45min, 30min to find parking. The pandora really changed how we view the world & we saw are parents stress about their life & we want no parts.*

[@shamidkpzd]

I'm a teacher and honestly there's a lot of us doing private tutoring. I teach a little online and do private tutoriing and I make decent money. I get to be very hands on with students and see that I am making a difference in a much less stressful environment. With the teacher shortage, the mass amounts of administrative work and other duties they keep piling on teachers and the lack of support (from both adminstration and parents), and little pay it's no wonder so many teachers are leaving.

[@CRIZZIEE]

Thank you. Just completed first week back with students. Year 9. It has been brutal since March 2020, but I am optimistic. Tired. Underpaid. Foot sore. Emotionally drained. But optimistic. 😂

[@lisettebrown8317]

As a parent of an 11 year old I thank you for your dedicated. I wish they would pay teachers a minimum of 100k per year. You guys deserve that and much more.

[@RodniThorpeTK]

Kudos to you! Am I mistaken? Did you say a class size of 39? You're phenomenal. I teach. 7th year approaching. Hoping for the best this school year as always!

[@EllieStrums]

I love how you’re in my notifications but not my subscription box… gosh KZbin get it together

[@khwezik3894]

In surprised that you have to have a college/university degree to be a teacher in the States. I know here in the UK, it's great for you if you do, you could probably start at a higher salary as well that way but there's also a few schemes here that can enable you to earn as you learn to become a teacher. You can start as a Teacher's Assistant and get funding to be a Higher Learning Teacher's Assistant - which means you can actually teach the class when the teacher is doing their planning time this not needing a substitute teacher. Then you're school can fund you to do your PGCE (I forget what that stands for now) and you can become a teacher at a school but I believe you have to experience at least a minimum of 2 very different types of school in order to then get your NQT (newly qualified teacher) which gives you your teachers number etc. So all-in-all I think it's a 3 to 4 year process. Or you can do a year or 2 degree I think. Or you can do the worst one I think especially as so far it's only rolled out for secondary/high school (grades 7-12, but you'd mostly be working with 7-10 as technically here - the UK- kids could leave school after grade 10). You are basically just thrown into a classroom to sink or swim, you will get a mentor but of course they can't be with you the whole time so you'll just have to deal with it. I think that's a 5/6 year process but you can be fast tracked if the school feels you're worth investing in. But I guess it will solidify super quickly if you actually really want to teach or not.

[@hollyhinman9818]

Not to mention the topic of teachers having guns in the class room! Glad to discover your channel! Subscribed immediately!😊🎯

[@candyDander]

It was interesting hearing about your experience and insight as a teacher.

[@thedivinegoddess2001]

Thank you girl but this year I want to follow in your footsteps…. I’m tired too. I want to start a marketing agency. I really enjoy it! (Atleast for right now). I like the fact that I can work anywhere that has Wi-Fi. Please send your positive thoughts in that direction. 😊I’m going to need all the positive thoughts I can get.

[@jasminejazziej8787]

Another Video!!! Can't tell you how fast I ran 🏃🏾‍♀️🏃🏾‍♀️🏃🏾‍♀️over here!!! So 😆

[@sshaw4429]

I quit teaching two years ago…..still having nightmares.

[@Vanessa-iq3vt]

40 kids gat damn

[@holleelifestyles2844]

YOUR BOB IS BOBBING TODAY SIS! You look gorgeous! You seem like the kind of teacher who would really have an amazing impact on the children you teach. I still heart my 2nd grader till this day! Im the 5th Period Kid 🤣I LOVED school and She was the best 💕

[@sira8251]

Yeaaah a sponsor. Get your money Steph 🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@cutietae247]

I love your channel, I watch while I get stuff done . You’re easy to listen to ❤️

[@regalchic]

Hi Stephco. You're glowing! Nice content

[@ayanomar1408]

I have two small kids and Between teachers not being funded enough or supported and kids who had very little socilozation! it is just awful. as a parent what are somethings we can help with. I already volenteered to help in class and try to bring in extra school supplies

[@Esther-rl8ft]

“Girl if you have aches and pains you better make sure it’s serious before you go” 😂😂😂

[@athirherra8963]

This was a perfect video!🤌🏽

[@DanielleAbigail]

Loving this look on you Steph!!! I get so exited whenever I see you upload and this time I'm REALLY grateful for this video, as a teacher who also legit...ENJOYS teaching but dreams of stepping away into creative entrepreneurship too. I've always wondered, would I enjoy my days? This video was very useful and your reflections appreciated.

[@kaelabailey5741]

Leave the past in the past!

[@juliajones3925]

6 years ago I left the USA to teach internationally. I tried to come back to the USA this year to resume my teaching career. Ummmmmm no thanks. I did not last the entire school year. Back over seas!

[@athirherra8963]

Wow.. This could not come at a better time... I m 29 and I work with kids from different social situations since 19 and maybe I don t have exeperience as much as you, but now I m at a point since 2 months that I fell I need a good break from that and do more art cuz also I finished 5 years of painting and 2 of European Childrens Rights and I feel guilty for this decision but I know it takes a looooot from me and I m not doing a half job..

[@tessfromtheu.s256]

Yeah ! Another video yes!!!!

[@MeditativeMuse5860]

This is my eleventh year and yall…don’t do it if you can avoid it. There are other ways with less stress, more money, more freedom, more impact, fewer politics to help children. 💛

[@sweetdnosmoke5006]

U could perhaps teach in a nontraditional setting online, jail also maybe education dept at companies. However I can't relate, me and most of my friends we have no alternative because we have kids in college . Sometimes it's chosen for you. Our jobs didn't give us what we needed, ingenuity did.

[@natashavenzen907]

You have a such a soothing teacher voice!

[@slllllll1b]

love your content❤️

[@alicialaucirica6079]

I changed my major from English (in pursuit of teaching) to nursing. I think nursing and education attracts the same kind of women, women who desire to help in something greater than themselves. I think allowing teachers to work at a well paid vocational level is beyond fair and as you gain more education such as a bachelor's or masters you earn more and get to teach at higher levels of learning. This is the nursing model and I think it should be treated similarly.

[@EllieStrums]

The underpayment of teachers is still so crazy to me! Y’all are teaching present and future generations of our country and y’all aren’t treated like so. How can y’all do the best work possible when you’re underpaid, undervalued, and overworked. Going through so much schooling to need to pick up a second or third job just to be comfortable with life. Y’all should be tiered up there with doctors like every other country.

[@MIMH32]

Stephanie???? 39 children in 1 class? So sorry to you and them, that's insane!!!

[@Ro53mary]

I need the details and link to this wig because it's giving sophisticated.

[@jae9581]

Yea being a teacher is not worth it anymore… They do not get paid enough!

[@Listening_2_Still_Small_Voice]

Steph, you always look so well-moisturized. Not sure if you will see this comment, but if you do, what lotions/skin care do you use? I want that glowing chocolate radiance too 😉

[@coconutwater4531]

❤️❤️❤️