Job hunting again. And, again, it's not because I don't do my job well, it's because of extenuating circumstances.

I don't think I've been paying close enough attention, but there is grant money available to "at risk" schools who are willing to "turnaround". So, to be eligible, my school needs to do some house cleaning. Namely, the school must lay off ALL employees; they may hire back only -- max -- 50 percent. so, I hunt again.

the good news is that Clark County needs teachers. And, oddly enough, I am certified in a high need area. Frankly I think Clark County is the only place I know of that needs English teachers.

My students are feeling unsettled. They want some of their favorite teachers to be back. They've asked me to reapply for my job. I am hesitant. If the school is granted the grant, other requirements must be met. The district did not make clear what those requirements were. I know they are discussing a longer work day. I've worked very hard at Mojave High School, but I don't know how much more I can do. since the district is not forthcoming with the details, I don't know what to do. Even if I applied I don't know that I'd be hired back. (Call me naive though because I think I would be hired back.) The bottom line is I need to look for a job again.

There is good news on the horizon. The long term sub working across the hall from me indicated that Bridger Middle School (about 4 blocks from my apartment) will need 3 English teachers next year. Her parents teach there and she's put in a good word for me. So, we'll see. In the meantime, I just have to continue to do my job and do it well. The end of third quarter is around the corner and I have much to accomplish.