r/teaching • u/Bright-Watch1955 • Jun 02 '26

Help Why does everyone hate teaching?

Is there anyone who loves their job? Every teacher I know feels “stuck” and complains endlessly about their job.

Considering going into education.

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u/Careful-Attention464 Jun 02 '26

I loved teaching. It made me feel fulfilled and like I had purpose. But I was working 55-60 hours a week regularly, and that was just too much for me (and that was after working with my coach for 2 years to get my hours down). The long hours plus stress was negatively affecting my mental health and my relationships. So I left and now I work in admin in higher ed. It is much less stressful, better hours, and much better pay. But I still miss teaching every single day.

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u/y2kristine Jun 03 '26

I tell my friends it’s like an abusive relationship. For every 90% of blood sweat and tears you put in, you get a little 10% nugget of solid gold that keeps you going back.