Best Teaching Jobs
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Joyce Said:
Best paid teaching jobs in the World.?We Answered:
No where in the southern USA.Gabriel Said:
whats the best way to apply for teaching jobs?We Answered:
I would update your resume and make sure it highlights your strengths and things you have done. It wouldn't be bad idea to have someone at your college's career center check it over, too. I strongly recommend mailing your resume and cover letter (vs. faxing). Invest in a neutral linen paper and matching envelops. I would also write a generic cover letter for those that I wasn't that interested in and a specific cover letter for each of the school districts you would prefer to teach in. Do some research, so you can let them know in the cover letter that you really want to be there. Of course, there should be absolutely no mistakes, grammatical or otherwise.I know that when a job opens up in the school where I teach, they can get up to 600 resumes for one job. It's important that your materials stand out, or the supervisor won't even bother to read it. If they've received your resume and are not considering you for a position, they will most likely send you a letter explaining that. Don't be discouraged because many districts avoid first-year teachers all together (although your masters will help you overcome that).
When you go to the interview, bring another copy of the resume along with your letters of recommendation and portfolio. They may not even want that stuff, but better safe than sorry. I would also be sure to dress the part. I am suprised at how many people I've seen in interviews dressed in business casual. Get a navy blue, dark grey, or black suit (with a skirt, not pants if you're a female) and a white, button-down shirt. If your hair is long, wear it up. Check to see if your career center offers practice interviews as well.
Joan Said:
Where are the best paying teaching jobs in the country besides large metro. cities?We Answered:
I'd look for private schools...They tend to dish out more than public...Kevin Said:
What are the best websites to find postings for teaching jobs?We Answered:
It depends on the state. In Ohio there is a website ohioteachingjobs.org but they do not have all schools. The best way to find a job is to look at all the individual sites. I know this is time consuming and a pain but it is currently the only way. Jobs should start posting now. There will be a large surge in July as contracts expire then. Lots of districts have already started screening interviews so start calling Human Resource offices. In order to get a teaching job you need to be very proactive or know someone. The more they see you and hear from you the more likely you are to get a call.Virgil Said:
What is the best state for teaching jobs?We Answered:
Yes, California is probably the WORST place for teaching jobs right now.This can change from year to year. When I was in school North Carolina was hurting for teachers so badly they were offering sign-on bonuses and paying for you to fly in for interviews. (I'm sure no one's offfering that is this economy)
It depends on what you teach. If you teach special education, you can basically pick your job anywhere because there is a nation-wide shortage of those teachers. There will always be lots of competition for more specialized teaching jobs like music, art, PE because those are positions schools look to employ as few people as possible to save money.
I continue to hear that Texas is in a teacher shortage. Arkansas has been mentioned also.
You might also want to consider the organization Teach for America. This organization will place you in a district that desperately needs to fill positions--however it's usually because these schools are in very poor or violent urban areas. I would never consider it, but I know a few people who say it was the best decision they ever made.