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I'm a teacher -- when should i tell my boss that I'm not returning to school next year?
Asked by Fae_B2B
I'm a elementary school teacher who signed a three year contract to work at my current school. However, I've decided to get married and my fiancee lives 24 hours away (Army) so I'm moving.
The last day of school is around June 9th. I'm moving the last week of June.
Should I tell my principal ahead of time or wait and tell her over the summer? Like pretend I had planned to come back to work, then act like I went to visit boyfriend and got engaged.
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Now (late March) is about the right time to act. However, before you do, remember that once your resignation is officially accepted there is no turning back. It would not hurt for you to wait a few more weeks.
As a professional courtesy, tell your principal first. (Don't let them hear it through the grapevine, or through channels.) Tell them in private. Express your regret for having to leave. Thank her for the opportunity to serve. Ask what you can do to help make things go smoothly.
On a personal level, again, make sure that your plans are firm.
Especially with the Iraq War still going on and a lame duck president in office, unexpected deployments may place your plans on hold. Also, remember there are people that probably want to celebrate your impending nuptials with you and say a proper goodbye. Don't deny them (or yourself) that satisfaction.
In other words, don't burn your bridges. You will probably need a reference if and when you continue your professional career. And, who knows, you might want to return to that school in 5-6 years.
Congratulations and good luck!
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Tell her now, definitely. If you ever want a job again!
Answered by Steph
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just tell him you wont be coming back to work there, he cant keep you there
Answered by Nick
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The pretend one it makes it more interesting and drama like. =D but definitely tell her before hand because it makes you seem more professional and responsible. Not unless she a mean witch the tell her over summer.
Answered by Mico D
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Tell him or her as soon as possible, so they have ample time to get a replacement for you. This is only common courtesy.
Answered by toocoolringlady
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You will get a much better reference and more respect if you tell her now. It's not like she's gonna fire you... you'll be there till the end of school regardless, so why not tell her and part ways with better feelings? (Don't burn bridges you might need to cross later)
Answered by LawComm
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Congratulations on your upcoming marriage. Tell the principal now so she will have time to find a replacement. But also get out your contract and find out what it says about leaving early. I hope there is an "out" clause for you. Good luck!
Answered by Carol
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I would sit down with your principal and tell her the truth and how it all came about. Express your regrets and be very sincere with him/her. The sooner you let them know, the sooner they can begin to replace you. It is a courtesy.
Answered by laxi2
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Check over the terms of your contract first.
However, in order to stay on good terms, and get a good reference, resign as soon as possible. You can tell your principal verbally, but you need to put a resignation in writing - where I live, you send the resignation to the Director of Education, who will share the information at the next school board meeting, where they will discuss it.
Answered by Lydia
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Tell them as soon as possible. That way, they have enough time to find a replacement for you.
Answered by Bowling chick
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your question is belong to School rule and regulation for resignation of duty, before you leave your job you will give one month or may be two months notice, to fill your state in school for teaching
Answered by M.Imran A
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