Help Poor Whitney Get a Job

[mrsp121308]

I would ask that principal what time would be best for her and then figure out if that means you take time off or not.

[requiressnacks]

W, I would let her dictate the timing. Can you just write her back and say that you'd love to meet and to let you know what time works best for her?

[mrsjene]

As someone who is in HR, mind if I jump in?

Let her dictate the time. The current school you're at should understand what's usually the best time for interviews and will understand that you need to leave for those interviews. At least, I would hope that they would understand that.

[wannabmama]

I agree with PP that you should let her dictate the time.
And...good luck!!

[peaseblossom55]

PP said everything I was going to. I just want to wish you good luck!

[ladytiffany24]

Mar 1, 2016 8:46:26 GMT -5 mrsjene said:

As someone who is in HR, mind if I jump in?

Let her dictate the time. The current school you're at should understand what's usually the best time for interviews and will understand that you need to leave for those interviews. At least, I would hope that they would understand that.

+1 on this also coming from someone in HR.

[wildflower810]

You sound like you want your current job aware that you are interviewing elsewhere and thinking of leaving. Nothing says "I have an interview" like showing up to school all dressed up and taking half a day. Give the school grapevine a few days and everyone will know you had somewhere else important to be.

And yeah, end of the school day is hectic, people are grumpy, and no one is in the mood to stay later. Been there, done that.

[doodler]

No additional advice, but good luck!

[icedtea]

I agree with the above, but wanted to wish you luck!

[rablissful]

I would also let her dictate the time.

This coming from someone that told a new job department head that said I could only do after school.... (to be fair, it would screw with my pay if I took a day off. Stupid subbing)

[TheEleventhHour]

I agree with everyone to let the principal dictate the timing. Good luck with your interviews!!!

[rablissful]

I should add that I don't see the problem mentioning the half day to her to just throw it out there.

[jubilantsquirrel]

I don't have any additional advice to add but I just wanted to say good luck!

[butlerfan]

Good luck! I agree with PP.

[sloopy02]

Good luck. In my area I know of a district hiring a large amount next year and am leaning towards getting back in the field if they are hiring. Teacher shortage they say. haaaaaaaaaa.

[samanthasays]

Yay! It sounds like you are getting a great response I hope you find the perfect job!

[lilsneezy]

Mar 1, 2016 15:49:13 GMT -5 W said:

How do I even go about wording an email to my boss about leaving work to observe a new workplaceLOL

Or do I even tell him?

I wouldn't tell him unless it comes up. Good luck! 

[BurritosAtEveryMeal]

Just popping in to say good luck! It's tough out there to get hired-At least where I am, so that's awesome that you have heard back from a few places already!

[txsage]

Mar 1, 2016 20:54:54 GMT -5 @sarahwithanh said:

Mar 1, 2016 15:49:13 GMT -5 W said:

How do I even go about wording an email to my boss about leaving work to observe a new workplaceLOL

Or do I even tell him?

Lurking (K teacher):
If it's as personal day you don't need to give a reason usually. When I was long term subbing I just told my principal. If you don't have a guaranteed position next year then of course you have to interview. Good luck! Job hunting always sucks and in teaching the hiring window is so short.

W This. You do not have to give a reason for a personal day. They understand that even if you are a temporary position you will need a day here and there.

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