For the last two and a half years, I've been working as an electrical and test engineer for a defense contractor. Even though the company has been great, I haven't been able to shake the idea of teaching middle school math.
In June, I started talking to an advisor about an accelerated teacher certification program. I also submitted an application for substitute teaching.
At the end of July, I sat down with my boss to explain the situation and give my two weeks notice. I was grateful for how understanding he was. I was also surprised when he asked me to consider working part-time for a while.
I took a couple days to weigh the pros and cons and to come up with a realistic weekly schedule. I concluded that working part-time was the best plan forward. So, as of mid-August, I will be a part-time engineer. And, as of early-September, I will be a part-time student.
It doesn't seem like subbing is going to happen (I found out I'm 164th on the list), but I'm toying with the idea of coaching one or two evenings a week at my old gymnastics studio. More on that later...
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