You're all right, I know. I assumed they wouldn't be allowed to respond to emails before a decision is made so to receive one really...
I don't think I got the job. I sent emails on Friday evening as I didn't think my thank you notes would arrive in time for their decision. I...
I have always worn a suit simply because it is what I feel my best in for the situation. However, I do think it is quite possible to look just as...
Well the interview is over and what a relief. I haven't been this nervous since my first interview ever. I had a hard time eating breakfast this...
My interview is tomorrow and I'm a mix of nerves and excitement, probably more so than I normally would be. On one hand, I feel like I have so...
I called the school office today and left a message. When the P called back he said my name sounded familiar and that he remembered my from my...
I don't like the blatant disrespect for authority in our district either. This past year I found out there are at east two teachers who have not...
Oh, I'm definitely going to the interview. No question. I called the P on his cell and requested the 10:00 am time. This way I can go to work...
A friend once told me, "Newbie23, if you don't get a job, it won't be because no one would hire you." Basically he (an economist, not familiar...
I would wait until you make sure that it is a good fit for you. I know renting is the pits but when it comes to the ability to pack up and move...
Was there a student that you had to find a new way to reach? A concept that you thought everyone understood and then realized they didn't so you...
For those of you who have not followed my journey, I currently teach 2 hours from "home." I've been seeking positions closer to my family and...
Good question! At my school, K-3 is considered primary and 4-6 intermediate. I anticipate this would change in a K-5 building. I know where I...
This is my 3rd year teaching 3rd grade. My school uses Saxon Math. In the past I've used a bulletin board for the daily Math Meeting. This year...
I should start with a disclaimer that I'm not 100% certain on this but I believe our K watches 30 minutes of TV a day as well. From what I've...
I bought several pocket charts at a garage sale before my first year of teaching. The home was very clean but they had a film over the plastic....
Wow! This is my situation from last year. I came in this year expecting 10 and had 9. By the end of the year, there were 8. 7 boys and 1 girl...
We added 8 days to the end of the our school year due to too many calamity days. Our state testing takes place at the end of April (I hate...
I think this varies greatly depending on the district. I applied for a position posted in mid-May, earned an interview last week, and have not...
You're getting interviews so you must have a strong resume and cover letter. Check those off your, "To brush up on" list. Now, like others...