I did not come to teaching right out of college or even as a first career; I entered this profession after spending years in the corporate world and struggling to find something more than just a job, a paycheck, or a title. Once I realized that the job wasn’t enough, more money was not enough, and having the job title, office, and important meetings with C-levels (CEO, CFO, etc.) were not fulfilling, I knew it was time to follow my heart and do something I loved. Or at least a career where I didn’t feel like I was part of a soul-crushing, money-making machine. I just wanted to find a job where I did not dread getting out of bed and going to work. So, what was missing? Why did I feel so empty? The answer lies in the first word of that last sentence. Why. I had been working my way up the corporate ladder, and with that, I was lucky enough to have some great mentors and personal development coaching, both of which served as guideposts that helped me navigate ...
Kim, I love the analogy here and the journey you took us on between the snow and the weather and the tone in your classroom. This was beautiful!
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