Anxiety Support Group

Anxiety is a physical condition marked by intense and persistent feelings of distress, fear, angst or dread. General anxiety caused by routine day-to-day stresses usually passes quickly and is experienced by almost everyone at one time or another. However, such feelings that linger over time and are very difficult to cope with, and which lack a clear cause, may indicate...

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coolidge1
coolidge1

I just found out today that a job I had really wanted opted to go with another candidate.  I felt that I had presented myself well and the director acted like that I was the one she wanted to go with.  I am now anxious that I won't be able to get another teaching job for the fall.   I do have a job but feel like my self worth is tied to a "normal" teaching job.  I am also starting to panic in that teaching jobs are beginning  to be filled for next year.  I still have a pending interview result.  The thoughts of being overwhelmed are coming back with a vengence.  I am beginning to think what the world will be like without me.  That I've done something wrong and why aren't people hiring me. Ugh.  I am so wanting to do something drastic like dying.  

Padme
Padme
I also teach, so I know that teaching itself can be stressful, in addition to interviewing for teaching jobs! You never know with interviews - sometimes you think you get the position but then "politics" come into play. I wouldn't take it personally. Can you ask why you did not get the position? Sometimes they will disclose if it's about direct skillset/experience. Keep trying for the other position. I was on the job market myself but pulled out because it was all too stressful. The good thing is that you have a job right now. Good luck and take care!
Jersey_of_Oz
Jersey_of_Oz
One job does not mean you are a bad teacher or a bad person. You are an amazing teacher, and an amazing person. Keep moving forward. When a door closes a window opens.
Community LeaderMid
Mid
Sometimes, it's just a better fit with a different candidate. Some interviewers leave every interviewee with the feeling the job is theirs. Just how the conversation goes. It means you interview excellent, and the right job will happen. Stay positive, and stay connected.
SeptWedding
SeptWedding
Please see your doctor soon. You don't need to feel this bad and they are there to help. Seeking help is always a necessary part of self care.
summerbabe88
summerbabe88
I am looking for a teaching job as well and at least you're getting interviews! I haven't gotten one yet. It's been three weeks outta work so it's incredibly depressing. You are getting interviews and have a job--that's kick ass! Give yourself credit and keep trying!
coolidge1
coolidge1
Thanks summerbabe88. The jobs and opportunities are beginning to dry up. I realize that school is ending and the schools are wrapping up the year. The job is at a daycare so I'm able to pay bills. Have you looked at your states education website? does it have a job board? Arizona's does. I think what the issue was with the potential job I wanted was English. But it was at a charter school and charter schools can bend a little. But I am in contact with a couple more places. I need to focus on the job I got and not get so overwhelmed by not having a regular teaching job yet. Everyone has been so supportive here. I'm glad that I found this site.
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