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Getting a Job at School
Asked by A.D. from Mobile
on September 22, 2010
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My one true desire right now is to land a job at my kids school! I don't care what it is, but I don't know how to get into the system, it seems to be a hard task! I do...
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- if you have 60 hours college credit you can be a substitute, no teaching degree required.
- A lot of schools will add you to their substitute pool if you can pass a background check and have some sort of schooling....and as you know, subs pretty much work whe...
- Teacher aides are usually students in the final stages of their teaching degrees at school (in our system anyway). You can easily get online and go to the school syst...
Can't Decide If I Should Keep My Job
Asked by B.R. from Detroit
on May 20, 2008
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After much back and forth debate my husband told me that it would be okay if I quiet my job and go back to school for a second degree in speech therapy. I'm pretty mu...
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- Personally I wouldn't quit my job. If there is a way to shorten your hours during the day that might help with taking classes. I am a single mother to two (ages 3 and ...
- you can not do it all ... at the same time.. there are only so many hours in the day. If you work full time and try to finsih a degree in 2 years when are you go...
- I think your decision is going to depend on a couple factors...1) Can you count on your husband to help around the house so you can concentrate on your kids and/or hom...
Job Delimma; What Is Your Perspective?
Asked by L.S. from Los Angeles
on August 23, 2010
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Hello Moms,
I've applied for 3 different jobs at the university that I work at currently. One job I really, really want and it is a good fit for me and my skill set....
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- Well, look at it this way, an employer certainly considers more than one applicant for a position, than after an interview decides which applicant would be best for th...
- I would go ahead and interview for both but I wouldn't accept the first one (if they make an offer) right away. Tell them you need to think about it and maybe even as...
- Check your employer's policies. Where I work, if you take a new job within the institution, you cannot make the switch to another position within the institution for 6...
Giving Notice/quitting a Job
Asked by P.S. from Dallas
on July 18, 2011
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Hi Moms,
I've never quit a job before - I've relocated and given notice, moved on to something better with no hard feelings. But I've never had to quit a job becau...
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- I agree with all the other mommas our there; don't burn your bridges and keep it professional. Put it in writing and simply say you are moving on to another opportunit...
- Frankly, I have a feeling he treats everyone this way and will act like he doesn't want you to go. Maybe he'll be indifferent if he goes through a lot of people. But...
- The professional way, regardless of if it's a one man show, is to write a resignation letter. My guess is there are probably samples online. Simply put in writing th...
Find a Job or Finish School?
Asked by R.P. from Dallas
on March 31, 2008
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Last week, I was lost my job. The company I was working for is about to shut their doors. I was working for a commercial real estate company which was paying for me to...
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- YES FINISH SCHOOL! I'm almost 37 and going back after 18 years and I have 3 small children at home good luck
- hi R.. I'm the mother of 3 children, thanfully I still have a job. I work for a mortgage company and I was very scared to get laid off, and I'm still scared. However...
- Finish school! It will be better for you in the long run. Also, look into unemployment. If you were laid off, there should be some unemployment benefits available to y...
Why Do We Work to Live???
Asked by S.L. from St. Louis
on August 22, 2011
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Why do Americans seem to be one of the only places (at our countries financial/society level) that WORK TO LIVE?? In places like Austrialia and Europe, they all LIVE T...
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- I remind myself constantly that my "real life" starts when I leave work. I work PT and am thankful for that every day! And you're so right...ask someone from the U...
- A lot of people take a job just because it pays good money, not because it is something they want to do. I believe if you start out knowing what your passion is and wh...
- There's a line in Fight Club "You are not your job". I'm with you. Having spent a lot of time in other countries the idea the "work comes first" & "life comes seco...
I Wanted to Know If Anyone Knows About a Legit Work at Home Job.
Asked by A.C. from San Antonio
on November 28, 2006
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Hello everyone I just wanted to ask if anyone knows about a legit job that can be done at home. I have seen many but afraid of taking a risk because many are just sca...
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- There are several online/phone customer service types of jobs to be found. I used to have a list but can't find it. The two I've worked for in the past are www.alpinea...
- I sell FOR YOUR PLEASURE. it is adult novelties. it is alot ot fun and completely legit. i make my own hours. and pick my days if any that i want to work depending ...
- A., I do not know of anything, I have been looking also. If you do find something that is legit, PLEASE let me know. Thank you! L.
Increased Travel for Job
Asked by W.G. from Los Angeles
on May 6, 2010
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My employer recently "told" our team that we will be required to facilitate meetings in two different states for periods of 2 - 3 weeks over the next 5 months. This wo...
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- Is it a good size company where you could possibly post out to another department? I worked in a position that changed over time going from traveling same day in state...
- Your employer does have the right to change the job expectations to meet business demands. If it doesn't work for you, they will understand--ultimately they want the ...
- not sure how your office operates.. but where I worked.. we had to do various avtivities in the field.. some places were nearby others far away.. as long ast he work ...
Entering the Job Market
Asked by M.G. from Seattle
on April 18, 2011
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I've been out of the workforce for 4 years. I can honestly say I've made mistakes in my past and have quit (inappropriately) the majority of jobs I held. I only have 5...
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- Start editing your resume and looking for work before you need to start. Get your resume looking as professional as you can. Personalize a coverletter for each job, ...
- Try registering w/a temp agency or placement agency. They will test your skills - people, organization and computer through interviews w/their staff and putting you o...
- You have great advice to use a temp agency. I also recommend putting in a lot of time and effort into finding a position. This means every day doing research, applyi...
Looking for the Job of My Dreams While Pregnant
Asked by L.B. from Washington DC
on October 31, 2010
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Hey again moms,
Well I have told you moms about how much I hate my job that I work at now and have decided that I want to leave my job. My passion is a job that allow...
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- Actually, the first thing that jumps to my mind is an NGO or Govt Organization. Like the International Center for Missing and Exploited Children, or Human Rights Watch...
- I suggest that you find a way to continue with your current job by learning how to manage your feelings. When you do this you'll have gained a skill that will be extr...
- I love what I do, and am happy to share. It offers two out of your 3 criteria. Feel free to contact me for more. Good luck finding just what you are looking for! w...
