Not much on the job front today- about 10:30 this morning, I was called to see if I wanted to sub for the day. Well, I guess, half the day.
So, it seems Monday I will start subbing if there are any openings. I'm looking forward to it, and people have been asking if I think I can handle High School kids.
My answer is: Of course! I spent seven years in youth ministry. I learned some tricks. Number one rule of working with teens: You know everything that happens- there are no surprises. Anyone reading this who is one of my former youth, this little secret is how I managed to stay on top of you guys.
What I mean is that no matter what you actually do know- you know everything. You'd be surprised how often that attitude eventually got the students to spill the beans accidentally. And I know that you always listen, especially when it doesn't look like you're listening.
So in short, working with teens is kinda like being a spy. Without tuxes or martinis. Unless it's prom, but even then, still no martinis.
Kristin's subbing is going awesome. She is gaining the kids' respect and in one case an "I <3 Mrs. Lehrman" note. Each day things get brighter there, and I think the important people are taking note. It has been great to see her come home with a smile of accomplishment and hope.
Well, that's all for this week.
Hoping for more awesome next week.
PS- thanks everyone for reading. I hope you enjoy it and it encourages you. There is a Facebook group I started for the original incarnation, and I am now co-opting it for this blog. So feel free to become a "fan" and share your own journeys of Rescue from Lesser Things, whatever they may be. I'd love to get other people's stories and see what you've overcome or are going through. Here's the link:
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