The Waiting Room

I mentioned in this post about something good may come my way with respect to my job. Do you also remember when I mentioned in another post that I was worried that I would be on another employment hiatus?

OK, now that you have refreshed your memory by clicking the links...I'll continue.

Well, I went on this massive email blitz. I emailed the chairs of departments where there were courses that I was qualified to teach. I just told them who I was and if they needed any adjuncts to fill any courses to let me know. I told them what courses I would be interested in teaching, and asked if they were available. Nothing preachy or pretentious. I just looked at the course description and briefly explained why I would be a good fit. I attached my resume and let nature take its course.

Well, it paid off.

I met with the chair of the English department. She was impressed with what I was doing in my CT and law classes. She liked the manner in which I have students write essays and research papers. She offered me a course in Analytical Writing and another in College Writing!!!! So, with my Spring CT class, that makes three courses for the Spring!!!!!!

YEEEEESSSSS!!!!!!!

I am so excited. This is a huge opportunity for me to move forward at this college. I like where I work and the people are just great. I could see staying for a while.

It also gives me more reason to pursue my own writing. It is something that was not a priority at my other college. Actually, any form of independent thought was discouraged. I have ideas for journal articles that I would like to investigate and pursue. So, my plan for 2008 is to get published. Maybe I can join Brazen's club once I get my shit together.

But for now...WOOHOO!!!!!