Damage control during job hunt....

[Ginger's Mom]

If his current principal wants him gone, why wouldn't he talk him up -- say he walks on water -- to get rid of him?

Does he just want him around to keep torturing him?

Because he doesn't want to damage his own reputation by recommending a "trouble maker." Catnapper, please don't think I believe that is what your husband is, I am just saying that from the viewpoint of the principal.

I think Sandie's idea is a good one. Be straight forward, indicate that you are leaving your present job for a reason other than advancement, so that they know that the present job is not anxious to hire you back and why before they make the phone call.