Teachers-Where is your IM tattoo?

I don't have an IM tattoo... but I do have a lot of other tattoos and have been employed as a teacher for 7 years.  I have a half sleeve on my right arm, a large piece on the inside of my bicep on my left arm, and another large piece on my left forearm.  Never been an issue for me as a teacher at all. 

If I were you, I would get the tattoo wherever you want it... and just cover it up during the interview.  Once you get the job, it wont be an issue.

If my teacher had a tattoo and I asked about it, I'd think it would be sooooo cool that they did something like a triathlon. I might think my teacher was superman/woman!

If you're not going to wear spaghetti straps or cap sleeves, your deltoid might be a great place. All I can say is, I have several tattoos, and the only one I somewhat regret is the one on my back - because I can't see it!

I think it really depends on where you are teaching. Many of our teachers have visible tattoos, as do some administrators. However, in a more conservative district tattoos might not be allowed.

I don't wear skirts, but as my classroom does reach 100+ degrees at times, I do wear shorts and capris a lot. If I were to get the Ironman tattoo, that sucker would be going on my calf or ankle so it could be seen!

When you apply for jobs, look to see if the HR department has its employee dress code  or handbook available on-line. This should tell you if the district will allow visible tattoos. If it isn't mentioned the district can do nothing about your tattoo.

Congrats on the Ironman tattoo!

I am the teacher they featured on the nbc broadcast in Kona this year. I got my tattoo on my right calf. As the PE teacher, I can basically wear what I want and our administration is very supportive.

Seriously lame response.

+1

The nerve of somone who wants to represent and celebrate one of if not the most important accomplishments of their lives.....

Wow Dave great contribution to the post!  Tell me where in the original post does it state " I want to get a corporate logo tat and I need you Dave to talk me out of it"?  Even if she does why would you care?  I feel sorry for you Dave.  She was looking for idea's and help and that is how you respond.  We can all hope that someday we will be as cool as you.

A teacher friend of mine (male) has one on his leg, inside above ankle.  Not an MDOT, but has 140.6 etc.

love this design!

If you don't understand it, then don't comment

I placed my 1 inch square M-dot on the backside of my ankle.  If I am wearing shorts, it is covered up when wearing ankle-hi socks.

The LIMITLESS tattoo is an awesome design!  Absolutely perfect.

Shane

If there is a serious possibility that a tat may not be acceptable in a job setting why risk it? It's hard enough to find or keep a job in this economy, seems like it is a bad idea to give anyone a reason to pass over you for work.

One school may not care, but what if you need to move? Want to transfer to another district? Take a promotion?

If you have to ask where to hide it, perhaps you should ask yourself if it is really worth the trouble.

One possible work-around:  get a blacklight 'clear' tattoo. Invisible under most circumstances, but there when you want to show it off.