Teaching is a profession that is friendly to one's personal life. While the hours teachers put in on a daily basis are long, the general schedule of a school day allows one to have time to do personal things after work. The extended vacation during the summer allows one to travel for several weeks, pursue professional development, and pursue areas of interest outside the scope of school. Those who intend to have families will also find that having a work schedule that generally matches that of your child's school and vacation schedule is very convenient.