@bayou_donna, I worked for 4.5 years. Cried in the car. I love the kids, it's the direction the whole educational system is taking. I taught 7th grade biology and mind you I could not find the time to show the kids a microscope in a meaningful, hands on way.
Been in the school system for 9 years. I, like many others would like another career choice. Teaching is difficult. Kudos to you for following your dream!
That's correct. Things have changed so much in the school system.