Ok. So as usually happens, right after I have a complete meltdown about whatever life dilemma I am facing, things start to look up. I've already mentioned the long term supply interview for District 16, and today District 2 called and said that they are FINALLY having an info session for new supply teachers, on Monday no less. Wonderful. But just so we don't think things are quite normal at the district office, I'd like to fill you in on one more detail. They have these reference sheets that you can have filled out by basically anyone who knows you. Boss, co-worker, friend, whoever. Bearing that in mind, it asks questions like, "if you had the opportunity to hire/re-hire this candidate would you do so?". Why would you give the reference check to someone who you know doesn't like you enough to hire you? But that's not even my favourite question. Here it is.
"Do you believe that this person would be suitable to work in a school system in direct contact with children?"
Ok. Now there are a couple of things wrong with this question, especially pertaining to me. thing 1 = if you have references that would say 'no' to that question, you should just become a hermit or something, you will be better off. thing 2 = I'M A TEACHER. My JOB is to work in the schools in direct contact with children. I've already passed that test, thank you - had criminal record checks and interviews and a practicum blah blah blah. Simply foolish. I think that's enough for now, the questions are all about that intelligent and useful. I think that's all.