After 20 years of teaching in a regular classroom setting, I was asked to take on the role of elementary principal and reading intervention for the small Christian school I work for last year. It was a hard year of learning but so amazing! It was a leap of faith, but I know it was God’s perfect plan. So glad you listened. Excited for you! Praying the Lord pours His peace and wisdom over you. Know that there will be many days you feel like you’ve failed but you are doing so much good. Gif has been preparing you and now it’s time to leap!

I am starting a new job tomorrow after teaching for 10 years. I’m super nervous but I knew I needed a break from teaching.

Why are all the teacher tubers leaving?!?! 😭😭😭 I started watching y’all back in college. I’m happy for you, but bummed at the same time. ❤️

I've been following you for quite sometime. I've learned a lot and implemented some of your creations in my classroom. However, as I was watching your videos, I noticed there was a mising spark in your eyes that lead me to think you were not happy in that place. I think that when we reach to that breaking point, it means it is time to move forward. I believe that you outgrown. You have done so so much for the teaching community that it is impossible to try making changes from the classroom out. You need to be in a position that allows you to make those changes from outside to inside. I think you are in the right spot, you don't know what other opportunities will arise from there. I wish you the best of luck in this new journey and please never stop posting ideas for teaching. ❤

that was totally your sign.....i always thought you belonged in professional leadership you do it already through youtube... all the best they are lucky to have you.

Congratulations! I was 17 years in the classroom and have been a students services/ ASD consultant for the past 16. I’ve looked for fellow teacher coaches to follow for years. I will enjoy watching vlogs of your day to day experiences this year. Enjoy your new position!

I must admit I was sad to hear that you were leaving the classroom. It seems that all the good and upper elementary teachers that I follow are leaving; however, I am so excited and happy for you. Next I purchased your book and have read it through twice!! The first was a read through(did that in a day because I was so motivated). The second time I highlighted and took notes because it was so amazing!! I am rethinking my ELA Block thanks to you. Best of luck on your future adeventures. Alicia from CT

@theClassySassyLife

Жыл бұрын

Yes they are I’m still in the classroom I need more time there I feel like.

I’ve been watching you since your kindergarten classroom vlog and I am so happy for you! I am a retired elementary school teacher and wanted to encourage you that you have already been doing this job on KZread! ❤ I’ll be praying for a smooth transition for hound your family!

Bridget, To say I was shocked is an understatement, as I know how much you LOVE your classroom. How fortunate will these people in these districts be with having your expertise. My question is did the LIU reach out to you or you to them? Also will your literacy work be based on Science of Reading and/or something else? As a now 36 year classroom teacher…..I am thrilled for you❤️❤️❤️❤️

@brendabrowning8721

Жыл бұрын

Fantastic questions!! Hope Bridget responds.

@mrs.fletchersclass4684

Жыл бұрын

I had the exact same questions. Also, do you have sor training, or are they giving you any training?

@miriamfernandezboraso9033

Жыл бұрын

Hi, from Argentina. Is a LIU as a Superintendent? Here in Argentina between de Ministry of education and school distructs and schools, we have superintendents and nothing else.

I began watching your channel about 6 years ago when I wanted to be a teacher. I changed my major last minute 😅but I still watch your channel every now and then because of how inspiring you are. You make me want to be better and do better in life. You are so gifted and amazing at what you do.

What pulled you to take this job? You mentioned you were going to be paid less, so it had to be a different factor. Did you want a break from kids? Or were you just not happy in your new school district? We’re you upset that you had to move to 3rd grade self contained? We’re you searching for other jobs in general or did you specifically want out of the classroom? What was going through your head when you applied? What are you looking forward to the most in this new position? Are you hoping this will be a stepping stone for something else in the future?Or do you think you will do this long term? Why did you say this would be. Better fit for your family? What exactly did you mean by that? Is there better hours? Do you have to work all year long? Will your schedule be similar to a teachers schedule? I am looking forward to your future videos!!

Congrats! I always tell my husband that I think at some point I will be a teacher in a way I never expected. There are so many facets to teaching and you are getting to explore a new one! Enjoy and have fun.

Hi Brigett 🙋🏻‍♀️🍎, I have been watching you since since you were teaching in kindergarten. I've traveled with you to thrift stores, I've gone traveling with you and your cousin before and after you lived in your new home 🏡, and of course, your classrooms. This move for you is big, I'm so sure, I'm also sure that you're going to do so very well. With God before you, things are going to be different, but He has got your back. Meanwhile, I'll be cheering you on!!! Warm thoughts I send your way, Raquel 🙋🏻‍♀️🍎🙊🙈🙉🌬🧘🏻‍♀️🌳🏡🐦🪺

Wow, your title scared me at first, but this position makes perfect sense based on your desire to help teachers. Congrats and prayers on your new adventure!

I can't even remember a time wasn't following you! I am in the Child Care Realm and have been in every position including Director but now I am the Curriculum Creator for our whole center. I write and provide lessons and materials for every age, 6 wks to 12 yrs old. And I love it. In daycare the staff turnover is high and the children are craving consistency. I am able to tweek my curriculum to the engagement of the children and the present skill and supported growth of the teachers. I am able to do what I do because you've been coaching me all along! This new job seems like a natural progression for you and your gifts as a what I see as a current Renaissance Educator. An Educator wise enough to educate the student, the peer group of teachers, and the System itself all at once! Bravo and Thank you ❤

You’re going to love working from home! My friends and I have been for a couple years and absolutely love it! Thanks for sharing!

Congratulations! I'm headed into year 22 and I would love to transition to something more along those lines. Good luck and I can't wait to watch you grow in your new position.

I think you will enjoy the mentoring in this position as well as in your area of Reading!!! The experience you will have and people connections will be great! Please make sure you keep reflecting on the year!!! Congratulations!!!

You are a very hard working person and I wish you the best.

You are made for this future endeavor! I found your channel when you moved into 4th grade. It was my first year in 4th also. You have been my go to “PD” lady all this time. I’ve learned so much more from you than all other PD I’ve been required to attend. You are so clear in your explanations and demonstrations. You will be amazing! Congratulations 🎉

@BridgingLiteracy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! This was such a kind message and I have it saved. I appreciate you for joining me on this wild journey. I’ll keep sharing content ❤️ so that will not go anywhere.

@harrisonwagers6896

Жыл бұрын

@@BridgingLiteracyCongratulations on your new adventure Best of luck You will do great ❤

Congratulations!🎉 You will be great, and you'll influence positive change. The universe works in mysterious ways just by following the signs.🙌

Congratulations!! I work for the lical intermediate unit in my county. I transitioned out of the classroom and I am now an administrator. I am excited to hear more from you about this new journey.

Exciting opportunity! I wish you the best.

Congratulations! Heres to not having to spend 4 days setting up a classroom 3 weeks from now :)

Congratulations! I just left the classroom (PA educator) after 21 years. I am an instructional designer/elearning developer now. I've been working on upskilling this past year and will not be returning to the classroom. Also working from home. I'll be interested to follow your journey! I also believe there are signs given to us to lead us on the path we are meant to take! I've had my fair share of signs that I'm on the right path. Yours gave me chills!

CONGRATULATIONS!🎉 Question: You may have stated it during the vlog, but what does LIU stand for? You said what you'll be doing but didn't hear that part. Your position sounds like what you call Coaches in my district. The pay for this is lateral. Again, good luck and congratulations on your new job. 😊

@jenniferhugar5352

Жыл бұрын

It’s actually an IU - it stands for Intermediate Unit. I’m guessing she will be working at the Lincoln Intermediate Unit, which is where LIU comes from. My school district is in the CAIU, which stands for Capital Area Intermediate Unit.

It sounds like a great opportunity and right up your alley! You'll be great at helping teachers. But why, oh why, does this position pay less than you were making??

You are going to be amazing!! This is your calling!! God bless you for helping so many teachers already!!❤🎉

Best wishes to you!! I have enjoyed watching Michelle's and your journeys as well as the help you have given me. It has been a fun ride!!🎉

Soooo excited for you!!! I can completely relate as I stepped outside of the classroom this school year after 12 years due to that feeling in my bones that I needed a change that would allow me to continue to grow both personally and professionally. I truly believe doors open when it’s time for a change. I’m so glad I took the leap of faith, and I know you will too! It’s so important to keep challenging ourselves, and based on what I know of you with your videos, this sounds like a great fit for you!!! Congrats and am looking forward to hearing more and embarking on this journey with you! ❤

All the best. This position is so important for teachers and learners. Does this impact a retirement pension? Not sure with PA rules.

Will you have summers off? How about Spring break? Wish you the best of luck!

Congrats! I will miss seeing your classroom blogs, but you are made for this too!

Congrats! You so deserve the position of staff developer. I will keep you in my prayers so you may grow and excel as you embark on this new journey!

I had a feeling you would do this like a year ago. Education has become really hard. And is sad but our happiness and health comes first.

Congratulations on your new job and edventures. I wish you growth and joy! As I am a stake holder in the autism community, I would like to respectively request that you use person-centered language regarding your scholars and their families.

Your video made me tear up. You are an inspiration and a joy to watch and learn from. Thank you for all the fun videos and moments on camera. I can’t wait to see what’s in store next! 😊

Congratulations! I know you will put your heart into this new position and it will be amazing!

Congratulations!!! You are going to do an awesome job!!!

Congratulations on being brave and venturing into a different area. Seems to me this job should pay more but what do I know?😊

@laspark7781

Жыл бұрын

Agree. Positions like this within districts in California would either pay the same or more as a teacher

Congratulations! I watched the whole thing, but what does LIU stand for? I think I missed that. You said what the job was but never said the abbreviation.

What do you think will be your top three goals for this new position? Best of luck to you and never forget how far you have come. Take care and thank you for your video presentation.

How exciting! I think you’re going to be so inspiring for teachers and your passion will enable you to share your fantastic ideas! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Congratulations!!! Wish you the best in your new path

Congratulations! So excited for you! The educators that you will get to work with will be fortunate to learn from and with you. Looking forward to watching your journey.

Congratulations! The LIU seems like our RESA here in Georgia! One of my former teaching partners is a literacy specialist with RESA and she loves it. I'm so happy for you!

So exciting and so happy for you!!🎉

Congratulations on your new adventure! Looking forward to watching your changes!

I think this is perfect for you! I’ve been watching & learning from you since your kindergarten years. I’ve felt for a while know that you should do something like this because I think you’d be so great at it! Congratulations!

Congrats, Bridget! I'm so excited for you and your next journey. You will do amazing, and I hope you come back to the classroom one day, LOL. Best of luck!

This sounds like something just right for you. Would you please explain what each acronym is? I have South of Pennsylvania (Maryland and ) north of there( New York), but I know nothing of the academic structure. I don't know what an L.I.U. is. Congratulations on your new journey.

Q&A: what are your previous experiences working with autistic students?

Congratulations on your new role! I am so excited to follow your new journey xx

I have followed you for so long and I am sad to see you leave thr classroom but beyond excited to see you step into this new position that I know you will be phenomenal in. I will continue to follow you. Thank you so much for your wealth of knowledge and your transparency.

Congratulations on your new career move. Sounds like a great new experience . I wish you great success and look forward to watching your channel.

Congrats!!!🎉 You are going to be awesome!

I’ve been a subscriber since your first days in the life of a kinder teacher vlogs 😂 I left the classroom this year as well. It’s strange transitioning from working with kids to working “for” kids.. I am also working from home so I am very excited to watch your journey. My questions are, do you still have summers off or will you work year-round now? Also, you had spoken about a pay decrease. I was shocked to hear that because where I live you can’t make any less than a teacher so any role outside the classroom usually seems to pay more.. could you explain your experience with that a little more? Good luck on your new journey, I cannot wait to follow along!

@desertdweller8374

Жыл бұрын

these are my two questions as well! And yes, so excited for the videos to come! Congratulations!

I cannot wait to see your routines and suggestions for working from home. I work from home now too after teaching for years, and I'm always looking for advice in that area!

@bethanietait4565

Жыл бұрын

And congrats! I think you'll do great!

LIU is probably like our RESA and ISDs in Michigan.

Congratulations on your new job! I hope to learn from you about how to engage kids on the spectrum.

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 God will guide you. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

Congrats on the new job! What will you miss most about teaching and what will you not miss?

I believe the classroom teaching position would have gotten harder, more stressful, and more demanding. You were created for more and sometimes what goes on at a campus can be exhausting, make you sick, and take the joy of what you love. These last two years have changed education in so many ways. The demands in teachers have increased substantially but the support has decreased. I wish you the best as well as the best for your family. Having a happy and healthy mom and wife is a blessing to your loved ones and you will feel so rejuvenated with positive challenges in your new position. God truly has a purpose for you. The people at your previous campuses that supported you will be proud and the ones that created obstacles lost someone who loved students and teaching.

@carmensolis4713

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you! It’s good for Bridget to leave the classroom now, while she still has love and passion for it!

Will your vlogs change? Meaning, are they giving you any restrictions on your vlogging with what you can share about them positively or negatively, strategies you you use with them (will there be anything that they suggest you do that they won’t let you share to the public), or strategies you use specifically you use with students in this position? What direction do you plan to go if they do restrict your vlogs or not being in the classroom?

Lord only gives you what can handle. He will be there to help and support you as you have done for each of us. Can wait to see what you will do.

Congratulations! I am so glad to hear the focus on literacy for learners with autism. I would be interested in know what curriculum you use for those students.

@Heyu7her3

Жыл бұрын

Some are more advanced readers than neurotypical students (especially if that field their special interest)

Congratulations! You got this!

I’m so happy for all of the experiences that will be coming your way and will benefit your listeners/viewers! Will you be guiding teachers as a coach in literacy or will you be previewing and providing new materials and strategies for them?

Congratulations ill miss seeing you and learning tips from you in the classroom but all good stuff, good luck to you . 👍

Wow wow! I’m a Kindergarten teacher this is going to be my 13th year. I’m interested in the Autism services you mentioned, I’d like to learn more about it, all the resources I could use to help my 9 year old son to read and write. Any information, strategies and techniques shared would be so beneficial for me as a mom.

I know you are very nervous and I do get it, but knowing you Bridget, you are going to rock it just like teaching. Will you still be able to work with people you have worked with? Ps: Love your videos and love your inspiration for teaching and helping other teachers with resources to inspire/help them in their classrooms.

Congrats! You will do great!

Congrats! I learned a lot from you, since I found you during the Pandemia. All the best for you in this new possition!

Bridget… where God leads, He equips! You will do a great job… looking forward to hearing about your new adventures!

Congratulations! I think this position will be wonderful for you! You have been so wonderful at helping teachers around the world, so it's fitting that you should take on that job locally! I'm sure you will be missed in the classroom but this way you will be available to many more classrooms! Many blessings to you and your family! I can't wait for future videos!

QUESTION: Since you work for the state now, what will you do if the state asks you to support a mandate that you don't agree with?

Congratulations and best of luck!! You’ll do a great job and how lucky the teachers that will have you as a staff developer!

Congratulations on your new position! It sounds very exciting 🎉 Questions: 1. Do you find working from home a pro or a con in this new position? What do you look forward to about it, and what do you expect to be a challenge? 2. In what ways will this position impact your kids and family as a whole (besides financially)? 3. Is Michelle excited for you to be an educator-support, working-from-home type of position too 😂😂😂

Wow! This sounds like the perfect next step for you and your family! Looking forward to your future vlogs to hear about your new journey.

Congratulations!!! So happy for your new chapter in your career!! Best of luck!

Congrats on the new job! I wish you the best.

You will do quite well in this position. MTSS has been implemented in Ohio. We classroom teachers have needed coaching and mentoring. Your 3 counties are blessed to have YOU!

Best wishes on your new endeavor! So excited for you ❤

I wish you the best in your new position. I am sure you will be doing a great job. I'm still sad that you will leave the classroom. Will you serve all grade levels or focus on the intermediate grades?

Very excited for you.

Many congratulations on your new job, Bridget! I'm sure you will use your expertise, hard work, and creativity to have success in this new position. I would like to know the following information: What you will miss most and least about the classroom? What do your own kids think about this new job? Did you talk with anyone who has held this kind of position before so you could gain additional insight? What are you most excited about versus most nervous about this job? Have a wonderful week ahead, Bridget! I am looking forward to your question and answer video! 💜

Congratulations ❤

Good luck on your next adventure🤗

I just came across your channel. Sounds like we may be in the same area. I’m pretty sure you are going to work in the IU for my district. Either way, wishing you the best of luck.

Congratulations on the new position I'm sure you will be fantastic. Thank you for all your videos over the years and the podcast with Michelle which I absolutely love listening to as it is so relatable and fun. My question is, did you want to leave because you were unhappy with your school and your new position, or was it that you just wanted a change?

Good Luck!

congratulations!!

Congratulations! Will you be working out of an office at your current school or will you travel to and from different school districts?

Good luck!!!🎉💕

I am so happy for you! You’re gonna do great!! Will you work all year round now?

Congratulations! For the Q&A: At what point in the school year did you start putting in applications for the LIU? April-May? Right at the start of January or even June? Thanks!

How do you feel about being an education influencer outside of the classroom? PS I would have taken the position too congrats

How does one get a job such as this? Do you plan to do this forever or will you go back to teaching in a classroom?

Congratulations!!!!!

I’m happy for you and feel you will do a great job, but this is why education continues to plummet. The best teachers are leaving the classroom to take other positions. The support positions are growing and growing leaving unexperienced teachers in the classroom thus the revolving door of teachers and staff. I by no means fault you. The best of the best are earning these positions, which is leaving the schools with lesser qualified staff in the long run. I see both sides, but feel the students would be better served with the most qualified teachers in the classroom, not supporting other initiatives.