Getting A Teaching Job
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Max Said:
Is anyone else having trouble getting a teaching job?We Answered:
It's kind of tough in California (San Diego). The State of California ran out of tax money, and they actually don't have money to pay teacher salaries. A lot of school districts have sent layoff notices, and a lot of jobs are not even being filled.This is Obama's chance to deliver. The teachers voted for him overwhelmingly, now he's obligated to return the favor. He needs to bail out the schools with his stimulus money. If he's going to spend money, it should start with the schools. So if you take Obama at his word, then it should get better.
Math, Science, and special education jobs are still available. Oakland still needs teachers.
Edit: I didn't vote for Obama, btw. But most of my fellow teachers voted for him because he's Democrat (that's it), and the belief that Democrats always look out for education and teacher's unions. I happen to teach a high demand subject: math.
Leslie Said:
Tips for getting a teaching job at the college level?We Answered:
If you have the time and desire to get a PhD, you may want to do so--money won't have to be your primary concern if you get a PhD. I am pursuing a PhD, and while it is in the sciences, we get a pretty decent stipend (over $20,000 for most science programs), tuition waivers, health insurance, and dental insurance. Basically, it is like a job. In my program, we also get other benefits like a printing allowance, and they are giving us laptops as well. You will normally have to be a TA. I know someone who had a Masters in English who was teaching 6 courses at a community college making $15,000 a year--that's just exploitive.You may want to consider all this. Granted, not everyone gets tuition and stipend support, but most people do. It also depends on the area. You are going to have a really hard time finding a teaching job at any level of higher ed because you are competing with people who have PhDs. While they may only require you to have a Masters to teach at a CC, if a PhD applies for the same job (because THEIR job market is almost completely saturated)....well, you know what will probably happen. So, I'd look into this. See what kind of deals you can get to go to grad school again--and decide if you think it is worth the 5 year (maybe more) investment. Good luck!
Louise Said:
Will working for a few years before I start teaching hurt my chances of getting a teaching job?We Answered:
If you have a degree - or any extra qualification - then you'll already be in advace of of the bunch when it comes to hunting for jobs. My mate has a degree and he wasn't sure what direction to go with it, but he found some great guidance on the site in the resource box below which aided him to settle that he wanted to be a lab assistant. There is loads of assistance on the site regarding extra jobs.Jonathan Said:
Would taking a receptionist job hurt my chances of getting a teaching job?We Answered:
You have to pay rent and you have to eat - there is nothing wrong with doing what you need to do while job hunting (just ask any aspiring actor). Here's some ideas for you though :While doing clerical work, why don't you tutor too. You can even start your own tutoring company (even if it's just you). Then you are receiving a little extra money and you can list your tutoring experience on your resume (as opposed to the clerical stuff, if you are concerned about listing that). Having an advanced degree can help you market yourself. Also by advertising at schools and speaking to teachers (so that they can recommend you for tutoring), you'll be networking within the school system and you might be on the inside track for when an opening does arise.
One other option is to find a position with children with disabilities. There may be more openings (even if it's a teaching assistant) and it shows you can work with some higher risk kids or neurologically impaired children (if you are interested in this area - it's challenging work, so if it doesn't interest you, that's OK.).
Just a few options. Good luck!
Herman Said:
Does being a military wife benefit me as regards to getting a teaching job?We Answered:
You might in some locations. If you can manage to get somewhere that has DoDea schools you would.