This got me to quit being a teacher... STORYTIME

I quit being a teacher after 6 years. Here is why I quit teaching and why teachers quit nowadays. If you're wondering if teaching is right for you, I hope this video provides insight into what it's like to be a teacher. I hope this video gives you honest teacher vibes!

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[mayaleex]

Closing a huge chapter in my life 🥺. I already am starting to miss it but I hope you’ll stay with me through this process of figuring out what’s next!

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[carlybham]

“Just because I can doesn’t mean I have to.” That is SOOO good! Very proud of you, Maya! I stepped out of the classroom at the end of last school after only two years. It was so hard because of how quickly my identity got wrapped up into my title as “teacher, ” but I don’t regret the decision at all. It’s given me so much margin to pursue other passions and really love and support others in a way that wasn’t possible for me while in the classroom. So excited for you and praying for you as you continue this next chapter!

[justro]

I made the same decision about a year ago. I quit my teaching job after 10 years. Just like you, when I started teaching I thought I was going to be a teacher until it was time to retire. It was a hard and scary decision, but now, a year later, I can say it was totally worth it. Teaching is a really physically and mentally tiring job.

I'm sure you'll do great in this new stage of your life! 💜 Get that rest you deserve and keep on rocking!

[monalyca]

The kids saying no 🥺 They will miss you so much.

[vinguyen]

Hi Maya! This video came at such a perfect time for me. Although I’m not a teacher, I recently decided to not continue with the Master’s program that I intended to. And I felt like I was missing out because all of my friends recently started school. But what you said about just because you can doesn’t mean you should really resonated with me. I’m so happy and proud of you! Love 💛

[ninjasteph]

Unfortunately, the direction of the education system has caused a lot of great teachers to seek other options. I majored in education but changed majors with a year left when I saw the direction things were going and my heart told me it wasn’t right for me. Love kids and have been blessed to work with them in other areas, but I get it. I’m happy for you Maya! Follow your heart and God’s direction for you! Looking forward to where it leads you! 😃

[wvdrummerchick]

Maya as a fellow teacher, I can sense your passion for teaching. I’ve watched your videos for awhile. I’ll be praying for you as you start your new journey of not teaching in the classroom.

[emeraldcollier]

I just stepped away from the classroom to work part-time for an urban education non-profit and be a stay at home mom. It was such a HARD decision but I realized that I was investing so much time in other kids wellbeing that I was neglecting my own and my family's... one day I'll be back but for now it's time to rest... thank you so for sharing and putting into words what I've been trying to process

[LuvSoundz]

Wow just came across your video. Im in year 10 and I think this is my last year teaching. Tired of the politics, tired of the lack of understanding, tired of having to suck it up all the time. Praying and holding on to hope for a new opportunity. All the best to you!!

[MariaRodriguez-wsgt]

Hi Maya! I’m a first year teacher and the amount of overwhelm-liness I’ve felt because of the all the info needed to be learned besides classroom management, curriculum, connecting with students and parents, etcetera is a lot! I’m also a mom of 4 and 1 year old and have been dealing with guiñt and anxiety every morning that I leave to work and then coming home to unfinished work for the day. It makes me wonder if teaching is something that I still want to do. I entered teaching because I loved it and now I’m just a mix of emotions. Anyway, Sunday scaries are real! Thank you for this video, God bless!

[hhbh]

Congratulations! Teaching is so hard. I hated Sundays when I was a student and then as a teacher. People should not live like this. I don't have the answers, but I feel like do what you want to be happy. I'm so tired of talking too.

[Vanesagarciaaa]

Thank you for being honest and vulnerable. This is my second year, and I can relate to your experience so much. I appreciate you for making this video.

[tayja]

“Just because I can doesn’t mean I have to” is such a wonderful thing to remember. Thank you for always sharing your faith in your videos! ❤️

[jcwalrus]

I've been teaching for 15 years. The last 3-4 years have been challenging. It took such an emotional/mental toll. The stress began to manifest in physical illnesses. At one point I was crying everyday because I felt so hopeless. Midway of the last school year, I requested a leave of absence for the 2022-23 school year. Luckily it was granted. I need the rest! Unfortunately, all of my benefits and income are cut off at then end of August. I just hope that I can pay my bills for the next 12 months, but it is worth the mental/emotional rest I will have. Best of luck to you!!

[charmainemiller]

I'm going through all of the teacher quitting stories on YouTube and want to thank you for sharing! I have a feeling you have (God has) great things in store!

[rachellemckeown]

Take the rest you deserve! I just survived my first year of teaching, and I don't know I could have done it without watching some of your older teaching videos, so thank you. While I'm still teaching this year, a lot of what you said in this video resonated with me. I cannot wait to see where the rest of your journey takes you!

[angelbhatt]

I cried watching this... I understand but I am still despondent. I have always wondered how lucky your students would be to get teaching from you. the thought that no one could get those values is so unfortunate. but please never stop youtube... whatever is next, all the best for it. we are with you forever!

[LibertyPankhurst]

My mom is a teacher. She is the mother of three and also has chronic migraines and fibromyalgia. I went to the same school she taught at for years and saw first hand of difficult her job is. Teachers absolutely have a ridiculously hard job, for which they are compensated very little, and given little recognition. Teachers shape our lives and change the course of our lives in so many ways. But it is so difficult for them. Maya your masters degree was not "for nothing". You have touched and altered the paths of so many young lives. Even if that's all the students you ever teach, it is still such an incredible impact. Trust in God's plan. Thank you for being such an inspiration

[fabGayle]

You inspire me in so many ways, Maya. I am currently a teacher in Japan and I have been following you since I discovered you a few years ago. I completely understand your decision and I wish you all the best. ❤️

[shanlange]

You go girl you’re young. You’ve got the Internet. You could learn all kinds of things and make lots of money and make people