In another question, I explored the possibility of working with autistic kids, and in order to get an idea about how to work with autistic kids, I decided that I’d need to figure out what life is like working with kids in general.

Is it enjoyable? Is it hell for you? In what capacities do you recommend working with kids? (Example: Boys & Girls Club subject tutor?) In what capacities do you not recommend? (Example: Paraprofessional?)

Some of you thought I was too soft for the military. It is generally accepted that soft people may have a better time working with kids, so I’ve decided to explore the possibility too, in case I do get disqualified from MEPS.

Moreover, if anyone with the various forms of Autism are socially a few years behind their physical age, who’s to say that they won’t therefore better relate with children?

Oftentimes, people who have a hard time relating to others their own age would find it easier interacting with younger peers, correct? (That would be sound logic under many circumstances.)

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