Seeking a Big Girl Job.....

I finally graduated college with a 4-year degree in elementary education. A dream I had as a child. Since at a very young age I knew God had a plan for me to be a teacher. I always knew I wanted to be a teacher. I use to play "school" with my cousins. I would make up assignments for them to complete and we'd plan out a full day at school.  

Now my dream is just to have my very own classroom, full of smiling young students eager to learn. I've waited for that call a few times now that has yet to come. I got to admit that this has been harder than I thought. I thought I prepared myself for this, knowing how tough the economy is. It is very hard to see all my fellow graduates getting jobs and posting post about moving into their first classroom and getting ready for their students. Don't get me wrong, I'm thrilled for them. Each and everyone of them deserve it.  

I've had a few interviews here and there and been told that I have a lot of strong strengths. But there is always someone out there better than me or that has more experience. I'm still waiting on a call from one school that I have my hopes up on. I felt like we had a great connection and that I would had been a good fit for the school. Who knows... times not over yet. There could still be that phone call with good news on the other end. 

Through my experience on this I try not to feel rejected, not good enough, or defeated. I have to remind myself one important thing....

"A man's heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his

 steps."

 Proverbs 16:9

This bible verse says a lot in just one sentence. My heart has lead me to where I am today in choosing a lifetime career. Now it's my job to trust in my Lord that he will direct me to the right position for me. I saw a quote on a website that I found this bible verse it said.... 

"Remember – God already has your new job all 

set up and planned out for you. All you have to do is 

simply wait for His timing to bring it to you!"

Reading this quote reminded me that my God already has a perfect plan for me. I just need to trust in Him that he has the perfect position for me. I know I chose the right career path for myself, and I know it was a God given decision. When I get anxious and feeling a little defeated I remind myself of this Bible verse and quote. It helps me know that even if a job is not there for me this Fall that He has one for me in the near future. I just need to be patient and trust Him with all my heart.  

Time has not ran out yet. Throughout the rest of the summer and even year that position could open up for me. I'm still in the process of waiting on my teaching license. As soon as I receive them I am going to complete my subbing application. I can at least get some experience in through subbing. Hey, at least it gets me back in the classroom. I'm dying to be back! I've been stocking up on supplies for my future classroom too. It's helped a little bit with my urge to be back. It's hard buying things when you don't know what grade you'll teach or even which school. So, I've only been buying practical things that all grades could use.   

I'm ready for a full time job that doesn't take me away from my boyfriend and family when they're off. Don't get me wrong I love the people I work with at TCP but I feel emotionally and physically ready for a big girl job. 

In God's wonderful timing I will gain my big girl job. I just got to practice my patience and give all my trust to Him.