Hello Readers,
I have had an eventful couple of weeks --I have a new job --here's the story behind it-- I assist with a graduate online course and the professor of the class reached out to me a few weeks ago to let me know that there was likely going to be a new position opening in their K-6th grade Lab school on campus for a vocal music instructor. This position would be part-time allowing me to continue with the college adjunct teaching/observing I am currently doing. The day the job was finally posted the principal of the school (someone I went through graduate school with) reached out to me via text to see if I would consider applying. I can't express enough how much it means to me that after over a year of getting no response and many rejections for several applications to have two people I admire approach me to consider applying for a position here in my own town. I officially accepted the job the end of last week and am currently waiting on some final paperwork to be processed.
The last time I met with my counselor we talked about how it was important to me to work in my own town and that because of this I had limited opportunities but that with patience the right position would likely come along eventually. Today I read a Facebook post from a friend stating that we next to never have to be patient anymore. Her point was that in decades past we would go to the library to look up facts in encyclopedias and now we can just look up on our phones and instantly get answers. This got me thinking that had I known a year ago I would eventually have this new job it would have been 'easier' to swallow than waiting for the unknown this past year. Honestly, I do believe that in the end, I have learned so much by waiting. I have learned a lot about some of my own limitations and things that I need and want that I didn't realize before. I have also learned about patience and the importance of rest. Today I met with my counselor again and it was nice to be able to celebrate with him, frankly, I think he was genuinely taken back when I told him I had a new job, good news is a great thing to share. My psychiatrist said that I seemed to be aligned well with the universe. In full disclosure, I am being renewed in my faith something I have struggled with in the last few years.
As always thanks for reading.
Stay well,
AmyBH
This is so exciting! I'm a bit unclear - is this job in your hometown (rather than the school you travel to)? I'm also thinking that one of your "loves" is that beginning music learner.
ReplyDeleteLove you lots! hlb (call if you want to celebrate, or text and we'll figure out a good time to chat)
Thanks so much! I realized after I posted this I wasn't very clear. I will be working at NW at their private campus school. It's part of their department of education and pre-service teachers have a chance to experience a classroom. Yes I am excited to get a chance to be with young learners again. Thanks again for responding
DeleteThis. Is. So. Cool! And gives me hope :) Congratulations!! Affirmation is so nourishing, and I couldn't be more pleased to hear about your new job and the journey to get there. Your story inspires me <3
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to hear you are encouraged. The unknown is a hard thing to navigate, be strong and hold on steady...you got this!
DeletePatience is so abstract. One minute it’s there and the next it’s an escape artist! I’m so incredibly happy for you. I know this past year has been a struggle with unknowns but the growth you’ve endured is bar none. Miss you my friend! ❤️
ReplyDeleteI appreciate all of your encouraging comments, they mean so much to me -- as do you. All the best to you as you find your way in your new town. Sending much love.
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