I am in my final semester of college right now. A couple of weeks ago, I was contacted by a school district near me that I was an intern for a previous semester with a long term sub position opportunity starting in late winter. I was excited because I thought I wouldn’t have anything lined up until august, so I unofficially agreed and showed interest in the position. However, I got an offer to be a GA for my master’s program that would be a way better opportunity for my professionally and financially (I was worried about finances as a long term sub). This does leave me worried that if I back out to be a GA, I will upset the district. I’ve also heard that admins of different districts talk, so I’m afraid I’ll also hurt my job prospects after grad school. The thought of abandoning the position is also making me feel a little guilty, even though I know it would be the best decision for me. Would it be too unethical and unofficial to back out/decline the long term sub job since it is still a few months away and there was never any official documents signed?
You unofficially agreed two weeks ago.But they have not given you an official written offer? They don't seem that excited about the whole thing. Why should you be so loyal to a non-event? Honestly, when people are on the hunt for jobs, stuff like this happens all the time, and people do, and should do, what is best for them.
You haven't officially been hired or signed anything and it's pretty far in advance so it's likely they can find someone else. I'd go with the better opportunity. Tell them your circumstances changed and you no are longer able to accept the possition.
I don’t think they would think anything about it if you left. Long-term sub positions are temporary, and they also don’t come with a contract (here, at least).
