Public school teacher about to start homeschooling...nervous

[tiffharmon2001]

Cornish Steve,I do intend to answer your questions, but time is scarce at our house right now. We are in the middle of swim meet season and getting ready to start gymnastics meet season. I haven't forgotten you though.

[Jackie]

I still miss being in the classroom! But I sure don't miss all the crap and paperwork that went with the job! And I know that quitting was one of the best decisions I ever made. I'm hoping to be able to teach at the co-op next year. I'd like to teach the American Revolution first semester, and the Civil War second, to ages 8-11.

[INmom]

Originally Posted by Jackie

I still miss being in the classroom! But I sure don't miss all the crap and paperwork that went with the job! And I know that quitting was one of the best decisions I ever made. I'm hoping to be able to teach at the co-op next year. I'd like to teach the American Revolution first semester, and the Civil War second, to ages 8-11.

I soooo agree with Jackie. I taught high school physics and math for 10 years before I quit, but didn't homeschool until a few years later. I do NOT miss all the non-teaching stuff that goes along with the job. I LOVE hsing my kids, and tutoring other kids after school. I get to TEACH, usually kids who WANT to be taught.

I also echo others in that your biggest obstacle might be getting out of the school mindset. Remember, worksheets, reports, or similar products are not the only way to show learning is happening.

Best of luck!

Carol