Back in the Classroom

Have you ever had a job where you were actually honored and considered yourself privileged to be called an employee? That's how I feel right now.
This week I started a new job teaching at Whitefield Academy. It is an impressive college prepatory school here in Louisville. Check it out at www.whitefield.org
I was offered the job a few weeks ago and initially turned it down for various reasons. I didn't have peace about my decision and last week the high school principal called me out of the blue. I decided that if they still wanted me, I would take the job. It is totally of the Lord that they chose me over their other applicants. I am teaching high school math: Algebra I, Algebra II, and a Senior Math Survey course.
My first week, like the beginning of all school years, has been quite busy with little sleep. The year began the second week of August so I feel a bit behind coming in several weeks after the rest of the staff. The previous teacher resigned a couple of weeks into the school year.
There are about 750 students and 80 staff members in this Christian school. The building itself is huge - I still can't find my way around. I got lost today trying to find the athletic department. I just discovered today where my student's lockers are.
I am so thankful that the Lord has given me the opportunity to teach here. I never dreamed I would be able to find a teaching job so late in the year - it is certainly God's doing! I now have insurance and a great benefit package. Over the last few weeks I have been searching for a job. I didn't realize how many jobs required you to work weekends, nights, and holidays (or during holiday times - like the day after Thanksgiving). I am so thankful to be back on a teacher's schedule - no weekends, no holidays, paid vacations, spring break, etc. Don't be fooled, however. All of you teachers out there would agree that teaching is no walk in the park. There is a TON of take home work during those breaks from school.
At any rate, I am praising the Lord for this position at Whitefield Academy. I am thrilled to be using my gift of teaching again. It feels GREAT to be back in the classroom!