Comment by old_Spivey on 09/03/2025 at 18:31 UTC

365 upvotes, 4 direct replies (showing 4)

View submission: What drives you to stay teaching?

I have a weird condition where I am required to eat occasionally and an overwhelming need to have a roof over my head. I also like to see a doctor when I am sick.

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Comment by Warehouseisbare at 09/03/2025 at 21:17 UTC

30 upvotes, 0 direct replies

Can you afford to pay the doctor though?

Comment by Diligent_Boat_ at 09/03/2025 at 23:50 UTC

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Yep, it’s what I’m good at and I get paid well in my state to do that. I am also unfortunately one of those saps whose ‘why’ really matters to them and I adore my kids. Don’t tell my admin tho, if they ask one more time I’ll scream.

Comment by Beneficial-Escape-56 at 09/03/2025 at 23:53 UTC

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And I’m counting on a nice pension to make up for the low pay and get me through the next 15-20 years.

Comment by persea_jackson94 at 09/03/2025 at 23:13 UTC

5 upvotes, 1 direct replies

Teaching ain't the only job that gives that