I've Left Teaching. Here's Why.

I wasn't expecting to make this video this year.

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[jordantaylor]

I'm gonna preface this statement with the fact that I definitely respect your decision to stay with your little one and go after a new career path. You have to keep you and your loved ones first on the priority list. But, I can't help but feel discouraged that a significant number of teachers that I watch to get a little bit of inspiration to stay in the classroom all seem to eventually release the "I quit teaching" video.

[henrychiu]

Congratulations on making a decision you will never regret! I left a corporate career that I loved to be a stay at home dad and to pursue my dream to be a teacher. Looking back, I am thankful to have made that life change and have not had one second of regret. The time with your daughter is irreplaceable and truly priceless. Enjoy this wonderful opportunity to bond and to extend your terrific skills onto other platforms. Thank you for your inspirational and informational videos.

[thechapins]

I quit bartending after 12 years this year to get recertification on my laxed sec english ed degree....i started sub teaching and it lit me up. I still sub teach while I do my 15 hours. But while I bartended I raised our 2 kids while my wife taught Elementary. BUT...you helped me, bro. Im struggling in sub teaching with classroom management and you helped me! You mattet! Your the truth, Thom! But follow you and do great things. Much love.

[stansbury]

Good for you. My husband stayed home with our children while I taught. It was great for our kids having someone always at home.

[kristaibrahim]

Great decision, you will not regret it. I just started back to teaching (took 12 years off for family) and landed my current permanent position in Feb 2020. Right, interesting time to return! I enjoy your videos, I teach middle school math. Best of luck with your new endeavors!!

[DavidYDeFi]

You will be sorely missed, Thom. Eric was so lucky to have you as a teacher and mentor. I’m happy for you and excited for what’s to come and that you’ll have this precious time as a dad. I’m wishing you the best and rooting for you. You’re one of those teachers who kids remember and appreciate for the rest of their lives.

[d.d.]

I know this comment comes a bit after you posted it. I appreciate finding your channel. As a new teacher I am binge watching all of your videos. I am excited for you and your daughter to be able to spend these wonderful and highly crucial years together. Best of luck, and I hope you will continue to upload videos for all of us as they are truly helpful!!!

[EDUcopilot]

Great decision! Enjoy the special time with your daughter.

[ResetEDU]

YES! Congrats to you on making a choice for what’s best for your family. (I’ve always wanted to stay home, so I’m a little jealous!) Wishing you the best! ❤️

[stellarae]

ah i just recently found your channel and have found it so helpful. i've been working on my bachelors and really want to be a teacher. it's just rather daunting. i feel like everyone keeps leaving the profession which makes me really doubt myself and wonder if i'm just being naive and should change course while i can. i know that you and others still love teaching though and i think you've absolutely made the right choice for you and your family. you'll be able to help a wider array of kids now!! congratulations!

[joylynch]

Just joined your channel this year and has been a great help. I hope you will still keep up all your videos they help me so much

[findingfairies]

Excellent decision~Personal priorities are the most important and you will not regret being with your daughter during this time.  I hope your life is playing out exactly as you wished.
I have been watching some of your wonderful videos. You obviously have the 'teacher gene' and they must miss you so much. I am a retired high school teacher (34 years) and loved the kids - I laughed almost every day. Then there were the days of humility. NO regrets at all; I still talk to many of my former students as they wrangle adulting.  
I am also currently coaching new middle school teachers while observing their classes. Middle schoolers~wow~energized! I am back to laughing each time I am around them, while also enjoying their witty insights and sweetness. Your videos and natural sense of the kid truths and realities are so honest, illuminating, and helpful. Thank you for them and bravo~Here's a sticker for you 🌟

[juanalvesgarcia]

I’m Brazilian and New EdTech Classroom brought me to your channel, because I wanted to watch more of your work.
I’m teaching presential and hybrid (Hyflex) groups, which has been pretty cool.
I’m closer to Edtech more than ever and my school is a Google Partner, so I’m pretty happy with what’s going on here in Rio de Janeiro.
But I can understand the feeling of spending more time with your daughter, keeping your family safe, engaging into new projects and working from home.
I’m just here to support your decision, and tell you that your videos are inspiring for every teacher. Do keep investing on that. You and Sam should consider creating a podcast. That would be awesome.
Best,
Juan

[Squabetty]

Great for you and Audrey and your partner! Came here after seeing your hands on prime number exploration. Great idea!

[watvid]

Best of luck to you. I just came across your channel and as a new teacher I'll be bingeing!

[TheMagicSauce]

My man, that is exciting news indeed! Love how you even got the spreadsheet out.

[greacher]

Wow! I didn't expect this coming. It s sad that such a teacher like you quit. But it s nice to see you pursue other goals and dreams which are novel and exciting to you. Best of luck. Thanks for classroom management tips.

[angelAbundance]

Doing what’s best for your family is what’s the most important.
Plus I’m excited for you about your new opportunities. That’s awesome!

[docter_memory]

WOW I just found you and thanks for all your help. Congratulations to you and have fun!!!

[soniateach]

Thanks for sharing this with us! Wishing you all the best with these new endeavors.