What should I consider before returning? I taught high school and went on sick leave &sabbatical.Any tips?

Question

I had to go on sick leave because of other issues, however, stress at work may not have helped.I have a bachelor of education. I took a sabbatical and am considering returning to my tenured position at a high school. I love teaching and children, but I also enjoy teaching adults and in some ways it is less stressful. What do you think I should consider before returning to my old teaching position .Any tips? thanks.

Answer 1

Hmmm....well first of all, I'm glad that you're doing better.  The best way I de-stress my life is to plan ahead as much as possible- my lessons and figure out ways to keep from taking so much paperwork home.  For example, I'll sign off on homework IN class, rather than lugging it home.  I take maybe one weekend a month to really plan and then allow myself to have a LIFE with friends and family.  That doesn't mean I don't do school related work at other times; it's just you have to allow yourself to leave work at work sometimes.  Hope this helps.  Take care.