Change in Plans
I decided to go back to work when the kids are four rather than five. We had planned to wait until they were 5 and in extended day at school (known as full day kindergarten every where else in the country) but, really, I am not temperamentally suited to staying home full time even with a home business. I am thinking that by 4 they will be ready to be in the after care program at school until I get off work, especially with teacher hours, and though I won’t actually clear much between the school tuition payments and the after-care payments it does bring the number of years we have to scrape preschool tuition out of the couch cushions to one.
Finding a Latin teacher job won’t be hard. There are more jobs than certified teachers.
Stumble it!
and the 529 college savings accounts get a kickback.
October 28th, 2008 16:04
Stacie, as a WOHM to a 20 month old, I completely understand. I commend you for the wonderful gift you’re giving your kids. I knew I was ill suited to stay home (and we just plain can’t afford it), but the decision was not easy. Looking ahead to #2 I know I will continue to work, even though it will mean all of my salary will go towards childcare. Good for you for making the choices that will benefit both you and your children.
October 28th, 2008 19:12
I’m not suited to staying home full time either, and I’m relieved to find somebody else on the “crunchy” spectrum who will admit to being the same. I’m not sure what I’ll end up doing, especially since I can’t figure out what kind of schooling I want for my kids (not too keen on the traditional options). But I do want to go back to school…for something…and do…something…as a career. Probably more like when the twins are 2 or 3, though. I’m not sure I can wait until they’re 4 or 5.
Love your blog
October 29th, 2008 08:23
IF Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy. I think you are making a good decision for your family.