The Job

God is blessing us and affirming our decision to move here every day! I (Becca) went to my job interview Thursday morning and was offered a job. Right there. On the spot. I couldn't make the decision without talking to Kyle , so I told the principal that I would call her that afternoon with an answer. After going to my second job interview that afternoon with the RSD, Kyle and I sat down to make our decision. We could find no reason to say "no" to the job. So... I have a job!

I will be teaching 4th or 5th grade (it depends on whether or not a few students pass or fail summer school) at Washington Elementary School in Kenner, Louisiana. My understanding is that the kids come from low socioeconomic homes. The school is going to teach using the Montessori method (which basically means hands on learning with more concentration on success as an individual, rather than simply making the grades). I will still teach the "regular" way because my students are older and not accustomed to Montessori. However, I will be expected to integrate Montessori materials into lessons.

The staff has only 4 members who remained from the previous year. Other teachers chose not to stay because of the Montessori training, etc. The staff is also fairly young, with several teachers having 5 or fewer years of teaching experience. I am one of 3 first year teachers. I already love my co-workers! They have amazing personalities and keep me laughing constantly. I was excited to learn that one of the 4th grade teachers' husband is also taking classes at the seminary. We were able to get to know them a little better at the staff cookout last night.

God is taking care of us. He is faithful to fulfill his word. He told us to go, so we went. He has provided shelter, food, and now a job and friends. We are more thankful than words can express.