I have been assured that I'm a good teacher, but I don't think I can handle the pressure
Twice a week we publish the problems that will feature in a forthcoming Dear Jeremy advice column in the Guardian Money supplement so that readers can offer their own advice and suggestions. We then print the best of your comments alongside Jeremy's own insights. Here is the latest dilemma – what are your thoughts?
I graduated from my PGCE in July this year and managed to land my first six-month post. I had a few wobbles during my PGCE and came close to dropping out last Christmas. However, my parents and my tutor (both brilliant and supportive) convinced me to persevere.
I was so pleased to get my first real job. I have never had any illusions about teaching being easy, but was certain it was what I wanted to do. However, I am starting to think that it is not the career for me.
I've been told the NQT (newly qualified teacher) year is the hardest and that it gets a little easier with time, but I'm not sure I could stay teaching for, say, the next 40 years. I am trying to stick at it for now to see if it gets any better.
I have been told throughout my PGCE and by my manager at the school that I am a good teacher and have well-planned lessons, but I'm not enjoying it. My parents want me to keep trying as they say they don't want to see my struggling financially. It isn't a badly paid job, but I sometimes think I'd rather be in a job that pays less and be happy. I have found myself wondering if I could do the recruitment side of agency work, as I have read that a background in education can be advantageous.
I know that every job is going to have its stresses but I don't think I can handle the pressures of teaching.
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