Years ago my daughter had a teacher leave when the teacher's husband relocated. She sent us a sweet note about how much she loved the class and...
I am an experienced teacher with two children in college studying to be teachers. I am thrilled that they want to be teachers! At this point the...
A friend of mine was a high school teacher in a wheelchair. She arranged the room so she could easily get around. Her desks started a bit...
Some of my middle and high school students like the classroom magazine Scholastic Action....
Before I interviewed, I did mock interviews. My friends and I took turns being the interviewer and interviewee. After we practiced we then...
I know some student teachers DO fail. However, the ones that I know who failed were either unmotivated, dangerous, or truly did not want to...
I will not take part in this because I do not want to encourage my students to drink more sugary drinks. They market Sunny Delight as a healthful...
Many districts in my area do not count all of your experience. It is part of the "negotiations" that you have when you are hired.
If you think you are missing something you need, go out and get that experience. Sign up to tutor in a tough school, do "Big Brothers/ Big...
I have had three classroom teaching jobs. Two of the three I landed because I had done so much research on the school. I knew the programs that...
Wilson's Fundations reading program uses those terms. (How to form letters)...
Let them know you have another interview. It is the truth plus then they know you are in demand. Good luck!
When I get rid of books I often let my students choose some to take home to keep. Any that are left are put in the teacher's lounge for a few...
In NY state you may not be able to work as a reading specialist with only your masters in literacy. It depends on your program. Many teachers in...
I have been on interviewing committees and have heard that question often. No problem...if the person doesn't ask we usually tell them.
This past year I took part in an educational study through a university and private research agency. It was wonderful! I was able to contribute...
Wow! I wonder how they manage to get/ keep subs with that attitude.
We always look out for someone who knows and loves our school (maybe an old student, a sub, a coach, a volunteer, etc). The person should indicate...
stepka, Did you get references from your subbing? That would help the most, I think. How long have you subbed? If it has been awhile, you may...
It is bleak anywhere in NY right now. However, there is a new early retirement option available for experienced teaches. <The 55/25 early...
