Job hunting season opens

So I am looking for work. Have a job, but looking for something new. Something bigger and better, something rewarding and challenging. I met with the department of student athlete welfare at the University of Minnesota earlier this week, and I could really see myself working there. The people were great, the building was nice and the jobs there are exactly what I am looking for. However, there are no current openings... hmmm. I do have another meeting next week with the director of tutoring and mentors for the student athletes and I am hoping maybe there is a job in that department that might be a good fit for me... I am trying to go out and meet people in fields that interest me, and see what jobs I might be good at... We'll have to wait and see what time brings for me... I may consider doing part time work, and keeping my current job, just to get my foot in the door somewhere.

I have been busy for the past two months with all of my students who come everyday for a summer program, and now that that is over and the academic year is upon us, I am ready to explore my options.

I'll try to update on my progress...

what I want

I am trying to think of what I have loved about my previous jobs. I am trying to remember what made me happy and what I loathed. I am trying to remember why I got my degree in Education and English in the first place and what it is that drew me into youth work and writing. I am trying to find a career that encompasses all of my passions but does not drain me of my soul. I like getting up early, heading to work and heading out early in the afternoon to enjoy my life. I am great at what I do and I want a job that will help me fine tune my skills and will be greatful for what I bring to the table. I want something challenging but not defeating. Fun, but not too lax. Busy, but not so busy I can never feel accomplished. I want to work with youth, but be challenged mentally as well. I want to continue learning. I want to find the perfect job...