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I have been teaching for 12 years now. I absolutely love it and I couldn't see myself doing anything else.

However, I felt exactly like you did before I switched schools. My old school had no plan for student discipline after reopening from COVID and teacher morale was at an all time low while issues within the classroom between students were growing out of control.

I've seen many fantastic teachers get burnt out and leave the profession to do literally anything. One guy I know who taught history became a brick layer.

50% of all teachers will leave within the first 5 years of teaching. Of those teachers, 50% more will leave within the next 5 years. Teachers who remain after that time are usually lifelong educators. It isn't for everyone. Do not feel shame or anger, it isn't your fault that this happened. The school systems are crumbling under the weight of parent expectations, government interjections with State standardized testing, and staffing shortages.

Best of luck!