I’m a first year teacher. I moved to another state to accept a job. This means that there are different standardized tests and other things that I am unfamiliar with. I expressed my concern of being unfamiliar with these things and needing some training, but my school told me that they would provide training. However, when the time came, the school did not provide the required training and did not follow the state’s requirements. (continued)

(continued from before) Now, if the state decides to audit the school, they could take away everyone’s teaching certificate. I’m very angry about the position I’ve been put in. I’m not sure what to do. I’m trying to find a new job, but if I can’t find one, should I stay? Or should I take my chances and not come back without a new job?

The only person who can answer this is you.  What is best for YOU?  You need to be where you feel comfortable.  You won’t be able to help kids if you are worried about your job, administrative duties, etc.  If you can overcome them, discuss your issues with your school staff, and move on, then you can help the students.  If you don’t take care of you, nothing else is going to fall into place.  If you’re worried about losing your entire licence to teach, then you can’t focus on what really matters.  Take some time to reflect.

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