is substitute teaching high school fun? if so, in what ways?
100717
Not right away. When you first start you will hate the job. The kids will test your limits, and you will be unfamilar with procedures. The more you work at a particular school and the more you bond with the kids the more you will enjoy it. Some of these kids get little time with adults or parents so when you spend time with them you will feel that sense of accomplishment. It is also a nice power trip to be on the other side of the desk for the first time. I also enjoied getting to know the teachers who liked their jobs. The right teacher's idealism is infectious. If you are considering teaching as a profession it is nice to see how a school actually works behind the scenes. It will also give you real world perspective as you learn abstract concepts in education courses.
279642
No, there is nothing bad about going to an "Alternative" School. In fact, it is usually quite good. Alternative schools generally provide alot better life skills training and are generally better in studies as they are more focused.
1031409
No! I used to be in Band in high school and absolutely loved it. There is nothing wrong with it. Ever notice how the smarter people tend to be in Band? \n\nBeing in the high school band gave me the leadership skills I need today. If you enjoy playing, don't worry about what anyone else thinks. You will meet some of the nicest people in band. In fact, all of my personal best friends came directly from band.
224720
My high school days were some of the best of my life...granted, I just graduated a few years ago, but still--sometimes I would give anything to go back.  Go ahead--have fun! :-)
656931
I actually teach both levels everyday. I enjoy the innocence of the younger kids...their fresh ideas...I can't stand elementary school kid parents-they need to grow up...I enjoy the wit of the high school kids, and can relate to them better. I like looking at kids and actually being able to say "What were you thinking?" I can't stand the attitude you get in middle school and 9th grade...ugh
733460
I am a retired school teacher who continues to do what I loved to do for 30 years--I am a substitute teacher. As a substitute teacher, I can choose the days I work and the grades and subjects I want to teach. My assignments range from kindergarten through highschool. I will probably always be a teacher.
1079024
of course it is!   let a teacher at your school or even your parents know about it - they will know the appropriate things to do.
268796
Well public school is fun most times. There are some really nice teachers and some not so nice. There are a bunch of people there to become friends with too. I love the way my school system is set up. The teachers tend to use things to relate to what you are learning. The bad thing is that sometimes in public schools there are a lot of bad influences like druggies and people like that. There are also people who like to gossip. Sometimes they start rumors about you that really hurt you. but if you have friends they will help you through that stuff. Hope this helps.
350529
it is definitely rewarding, but the reward comes at a cost for some teachers...everything's a trade-off...i taught HS Sp. Ed., now i sub...i would rather teach full time again, but it's not always as easy to find a good teaching job as you might think...\n\ni really enjoyed being in the classroom...i would be thrilled when i knew i had gotten through to the kids in some way...\n\nnow, every position/school is different, but here are some everyday basics: a lot of paperwork, a lot of planning (for lessons, etc. - lesson plans are as hard as you want to make them, but there are many things to consider: dept. scope and sequence, state standards, district standards, modifications for different level students in the same class, plus you have to make it work in practice and make it interesting and enjoyable), a lot of grading/organizing, a lot of disciplining (depends on the class/teacher), a LOT of politics (the main thing i hate) - you will have to deal with some very unsavory people - be they administrators, fellow teachers or parents - a lot of meetings (department, school, parents), IEP (even for general ed), hearings, etc., a lot of phone calls and e-mails, a lot of time trying to figure out the grade software and get everything in on time, progress reports - and, of course, periodic professional evaluations/classroom observations by administrators, a lot of "staff development" - the education business is still a business and it's usually run like one...i'm a little cynical about it, but i only enjoyed teaching when i was in the classroom, which is about 50% of the job...\n\nsome people have a natural talent for all these things, but most of us struggle with at least half of them...do the rewards outweigh the negatives? you'd have to give it a try to see if you like it.\n\nyou never forget the kids you work with though, and the hope that you may have changed their life in some way...
1176866
I enjoyed my school days immensely.  good friends, good times,\ngood beer... O wait that was college... or was it?\n\nThe best thing about high school was no worries, no bills, no problems that were out of control.\n\nand back then, no Columbine!
87352
High school for me was rough but fun. I didn't really start coming into my own until late my junior year. I was still a pimply teenager that resembled Beavis. But looks can be decieving. After awhile I took care of myself a lot better and I found myself being the person that people turned to for advice or a quick joke. I got along with just about everybody. Basketball players, nerds, and everybody in between. Though I enjoyed high school, I would not want to go back. Academically, I struggled through but I did graduate.
883923
I teach in a boarding school, but I do not live there-- but i can say that teachers do give extra attention at mine, times can be arranged and we have a designated "extra" help period every day.  sports are not optiional at mine and they are every day, but you can choose what you take each term. Can I rec'd. it over public? Well, it is not for every one but I would choose soon as changing in HS is not good on college applications. \n\n--Kim
1030981
You've just got to do the work and make it fun as well. School work isn;t really fun, but if you have a good time with friends AND get the work done it makes it sooo much easier.
209205
I don't think soo. I love schools.I meet everiday my classmates,and I have fun!!!
180529
i like doing it. \nthere are worst things in life besides homework.
1052406
Yes. School isn't always boring, unless every action you make is controlled. Your friends are what makes school more exciting. Even some  of the teachers will try to make the assignment a little more fun. Many think school is a jail, but it's a place of education. With an education, you can most likely succeed in your future if you try hard enough.\n\nPeople whine about hating school, but others would kill for an education.\n\nSorry if I strayed off the subject a little.
48426
I concur. \n\nIt's called opportunity, and scholastic enrichment!