communicate your wishes firmly and politely I was a sub that was working every day in a district DESPERATE for subs. In truth, I was probably...
question for SaryPotter Where in the country are you living/ looking that there are all these jobs? Do tell! Thanks! KinderCali
do out of state credentials make a difference in this? I too have recently moved out of state looking for work. I am looking in NC and in...
it could be worse... For those of you who think summer birthday children are young for an academic K, you would not believe how it is here in...
timing is an important consideration Some posters here are assuming that conception timing can be controlled. While it would be great to think...
be clear with them about your goals I subbed for one year, like crazy, to get known and get a foot in the door. Then I met with the admin (who...
simple issue of demographics Great points made on this thread. One point that needs to be addressed, though, is the simple issue of...
Hi there, Our classroom budgets have been cut substantially this year. In the past, other teachers and I have supplied all the consumables...
look into it Look into the FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) to see what you are entitled to, and check with your union as well. From what I...
I am expecting my first baby around December 10th, and am looking into my options in terms of leave. I will be contacting my union about this as...
one more question Teacher fan, during those six months you were on leave, did your employer provide you with insurance?
thank you Thanks for your help! Anyone else with experience with this? More recent reading says I am only entitled to twelve weeks through FMLA...
Hi there, I am expecting my first baby around December 10th, and am looking into my options in terms of leave. I will be contacting my union...
grrr! Gosh, I would be miffed too if students were less than gracious about treats I had supplied with my own money! I would recommend you get...
statistics I have to respectfully question the "50% do not graduate high school" statistic cited. While I believe it is accurate, I am not sure a...
Kinder! Peachyness, You have a great attitude. If you think you will "love" any grade you get, then you probably will. I would say Kinder...
healthy incentive ideas I give out almonds, walnuts and fruit slices. Sometimes I will even give them a tiny glass of 100% juice. I also brought...
question Loves2teach, where do you teach in Tennessee? KinderCali
leave CA? I feel your pain, original poster. I live in northern CA and the real estate is crazy. Hence I am looking for a job out of state so I...
Hi, I am thinking of relocating from Cali (housing prices are insane!). I know CA has reciprocity with NC in terms of credentialing, but I am...
