I now have 2 weeks under my belt at the new job. I have to say I enjoy it. I am still shocked at how easy it was to get hired, and how badly they wanted me there. These facts make me want to work even harder to make them glad that they hired me and not regret their decision. I saw a waiting room full of people hoping to get this job and only I and one other person got it. I feel a bit guilty about it because there are so many people out there looking for work, and this just fell in my lap. This job is so good for me for so many reasons. 1. It helps me earn a little extra money that we can definitely use right now. 2. It makes me happy to actually be using my degree that has been sitting idle for 11 years. 3. I get out of the house for a few hours a day. Something that helps with my depression and dumb issues. It makes me a happier person. 4. Colton gets to play with his friend for a few hours which is great since his older siblings are now in school. 5. It will look great on a resume. 6. Since it is within the Iron County School District system, I have the same days off as my other kids, so I won't have to worry about what to do with them when they are out of school.
This list could keep going but I will stop there. I should explain what this job is exactly. I work at what is called a POST High School. It is an extension of HS for special ed students, after they are done at their regular HS. They can attend the POST high up until they turn 22 when they age out. What I and my coworkers do is help them develop real world skills so that they can be a bit more functional in society. Dealing with money, work environments, basic math and reading, and how to properly conduct themselves in public. Due to privacy issues I can't be too specific about the students. But I can say that they are a challenge that I love and they make me laugh every day. My only gripe is having to get up early. Not only do I have to get myself ready I have to get 3 kids ready too. Needless to say it is a bit wild here in the mornings. I am happy that it has me on a more steady schedule and I am happy to say that I lost 5 pounds during the month of August. YAY!! So there you have it. I am still crazy, but a happier, working Mom crazy. :o)
