The Ramblings of an Ex-Teacher

Low Wage

Teachers’ wages are often very low. It just doesn’t add up against the work teachers do. Teachers are performing tasks which is done by individuals in other industries. Teachers have to teach, do administrative tasks (like a clerk), be counsellor to students, communicate with parents (like a customer service officer), be a sports coach, and the list goes on. Teachers should be paid much more.

Training

Teachers have to complete a certain amount of training in a year. Although, training and upgrading of skills and abilities is generally positive and very much encouraged, however being away from school for a couple of days just to attend training courses, would mean more work and less time for the teachers. Teachers still have to prepare lessons and assignments for students to complete. At times, teachers rush for training sessions after school has ended, leaving them tired and unable to concentrate on the lessons taught.

Family Comes First

Teachers are human beings who have families too. As time goes by, teachers often feel that they have very little time and energy left to deal with their own spouses and children. When it comes to such an extent, they will start to consider alternative solutions to this problem. They will either look for a another job or simply quit. Many jump at a chance to work in a more recognized and profitable industry or just work from home.

These are just some of the reasons why I quit teaching. Although there are many other reasons I care not to mention, the main reason for me is the last one listed here. I really want to spend more time with my loved ones and willing to forgo a stable, salaried job to be at home with them. That’s why I quit.