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Myksmom
 Jun 7, 06 - 12:05 PM |
Level of Education
Recently we had a teacher comment on classified staff being uneducated! In this she included janitors, secretaries and aides. This was hard to swallow since some days we seem to have more on the ball than some of the certified do. We were wondering what average level of education janitors have... just out of curiosity... A college degree isn't everything! We are each the proud owner of a high school diploma. |
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almost retired
Jun 8th, 2006 - 7:49 AM |
Re: Level of Education
don't assume we aren't college educated.at the time i got my position jobs were hard to find.i lucked on to mine and have raised a family(my wife worked,too)and have owned new cars-replacing them every 4-6 years and been on better vacations than a lot of faculty members(aruba,hawaii,europe,california,florida,etc) plus some of my coworkers have continued learning and going to school while staying as a custodian. my wife got her nursing degree after the kids were on there own-she had dropped out of school at 19 when we got married.she still doesn't do that for a job though since she'd be making less money and doing more than she does at her civil service job |
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Myksmom
Jun 8th, 2006 - 9:20 AM |
Re: Level of Education
I know that there are custodians with college degrees. We have 2 on staff right now. It was a teacher that assumed it and came right out and said we, the aides and secretaries shouldn't be invited to the end of the year barbque... to make a long story short... because THEY ARE the ones with the education. I was just curious after her comment how many people chose this job even though they have the "education" to do something different.
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OzzyFan
Jun 8th, 2006 - 5:52 PM |
Re: Level of Education
I DID graduate HS., but have found a formal education often seems to kill commom sense in folks! I love busting teachers for spelling errors! |
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OzzyFan
Jun 8th, 2006 - 6:04 PM |
Re: Level of Education
Busted myself: COMMON, not commom! |
Nigel
Jun 9th, 2006 - 3:03 AM |
Re: Level of Education
I have a grade 10.5 education .I had to quit school to help support our family 35 years ago. Times sure have changed. If I had a choice I would have stayed in school but s---- happens.I'm not the best speller in the world but I have over 25 years of mechanical and building maintenance experience and I just love it when the teachers ask my advice or input. I have never been disrepected by any staff such as you have. I wouldn't be doing that person any favours. Most teachers don't have a clue what the real world is like, they are pampered to death. |
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cleanup woman
Jun 9th, 2006 - 3:53 AM |
Re: Level of Education
I too have a high school diploma, two years of college and have taken numerous business courses. Amazing how many times I've helped teachers and other staff, classified included, with spelling, pronunciation and what would normally seem simple math, like calculating hourly wages. The funny thing is that they come right out and ask for my help.I have been asked to become a teachers aide but I make a lot more being a custodian. As far as the social functions go, a lot of the teacher's won't even lift their head to say hello on a good day.Why would I want to sit down and eat with them? During the summer though, the principal and his staff have a free Friday lunch for us and extend our lunch break that day.They grill burgers and dogs, plus serve sides and dessert. They join us for the meal for some laughs and talk about non work subjects .It makes our summer cleaning seem to go much faster and we get to know each other on a more personal level. |
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Myksmom
Jun 9th, 2006 - 7:02 PM |
Re: Level of Education
Thanks for all of your input. We have helped teachers too. The one I remember the most is when one of our 2nd grade teachers brought her portable phone from home so I could change the battery in it for her. She didn't have a clue how to do it! Ya gotta love 'em! 
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exhc
Jul 6th, 2006 - 1:33 PM |
Re: Level of Education
The next time you see that particular teacher remind her that it is your job which can affect the health and welfare of "ALL" the occupants of your building and that is a tremendous responsibility for someone as ignorant as yourself. You can also tell the teacher the person that is ignorant in the room is the teacher because they think they are much better than others without knowing the individuals background. Then the next time that particular teacher asked you to do something for them politely excuse yourself and state you are going to find an educated person to help them out. Also, don't do this in company. Let the humilation happen while they are alone. Gives them time to reflect. |
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topdog
Jul 11th, 2006 - 9:35 AM |
Re: Level of Education
some teacher's have rude and dumb statement's don't let it bother you........ |
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Wayneo
Jul 28th, 2006 - 1:26 PM |
Re: Level of Education
I have a high school diploma. I have enough college education to earn a degree, but I've been taking classes off and on for 20+ years. I sailed the Great Lakes as a merchant marine, sailed the globe with the Navy for four years and now a 26 year active reservist as an E-8. My pointt is education is good, but somehow administration will always look down on us because of a sheet of paper. I would venture to say that being a Custodian is my life mission and I love it. I go home to my family and pets and go back in the next day for another round of fun. The so-called master teachers and six digit administrators can't do anything for themselves. We are in the trenches where the rubber hits the road... where all the action is. We are silent heros to the kids. The teachers can have their nose out of shape... we smile, we work, we do what ever it takes to get the job done. Teachers want extra pay for doing anything extra... especially for the kids. I am proud to be a member of the Custodian trade and to be internetly aquainted with each of you who read this message! |
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redneck
Sep 1st, 2006 - 6:43 AM |
Re: Level of Education
I have an AAS degree and a BS degree. I started working as a custodian because I was working in the automotive business and it got so bad I decided to get out and find a more secure job with better benefits (if lower pay) for my last few years before retirement. |
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Clutch
Sep 7th, 2006 - 9:57 AM |
Re: Level of Education
In our department of 6 full time guys, 4 of us have college degrees. I am working through a master’s degree. I have people on my night time custodial staff that have masters degrees. Most of them are working through college degrees. And others have other education such as lock smith, gun smith and fire fighter and auto mechanic. I guess we all know who really runs this place. |
Mschar
Sep 19th, 2006 - 8:15 PM |
Re: Level of Education
hi evryone , wow what a great site !! now ive something to at work ( when im done my job of course) custodian is my 2nd career ,, my 1st was a nurse ( 28years). so dont call me a janitor or a caretaker ! ms custodian will do . peace all |
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