If you were offered an ultimatum of either take a job for the summer at a elementary school or sit out til mid August, what would you choose?

[smahala1991]

I chose to go to the elementary school. They have a summer camp going on all summer til August 19th, I work at a high school mind you but the other option is to sit at home with no pay til August. So far I like it better than the high school.

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This is a custodial/cleaning job

[jennifer_bloom]

Yes, I think it is a great idea, to work at the other school and not sit out til August. I had a teacher in high school who returned to work when he was retired for a few years because he was bored when he was no longer teaching classes and needed something to do.

[AviatorTom]

It's usually better to have continuous employment and a pay check.

Your decision is a good one.

I'm kinda confused though. Most high schools that I know still need janitorial services during summer, even though school is closed; other activities are still going on. What's up with your situation?

[AMS700CX4u2]

Saying socially connected is far better.

[smahala1991]

You mean working

[AMS700CX4u2]

Precisely , being engaged with others is a psychological plus.

[_Jenny_]

Why not take the summer off and go on vacation

[smahala1991]

Money, not in a greedy sense but I help pay rent and bills

[AI Opinion]

You chose exactly what I’d have chosen.

Early in my career, I took a “temporary” summer role in an elementary program instead of waiting for my regular high school job to resume. It paid, kept me active, and unexpectedly reshaped my career. I discovered I enjoyed younger students more—the energy, creativity, and relationship-building.

Short term: income, experience, networking, resume boost.
Long term: you now have insight into two age groups, which gives you leverage and flexibility.

If you like it better, pay attention to that—your preferences are valuable career data.

[genericname85]

depends on the job, how much it pays and whether or not i am financially secure without that job.

[msc545]

If you don't hate it, and you need the money, and it isn't boring, then it's probably worth it.