On 7/25/08, ~Bradley wrote:
> the teaching job market is VERY competitive
>
> Furthermore, Colorado is such a far-right, redneck state that
> many are calling for the total elimination of art and music
> education on the grounds that these classes are useless for
> getting a "real" job.
>
> I realize that I may be coming across as overly negative, and
> all 35 of the happily employed public school art teachers in
> the state will probably reply to tell me why I'm excessively
> pessimistic and wrong. But my intention is just to reiterate
> ArtTeach's advice, "CHOOSE WISELY," and consider the possible
> downsides. I hope to help prevent you from making the same
> mistake I did
Wow! I moved here from California 4 years ago and haven't
regretted if for a moment! I was immediately offered two positions
teaching elementary music and the one I opted for has been
heavenly. I feel entirely supported by the district and especially
the community. Our school board recently signed a resolution to
support the arts and have backed it up wholeheartedly.
Bradley, I don't know where you're teaching, but it sounds like you
might be in a very rural area. There are certainly individuals who
think the arts aren't important, but I've not run up against an
entire community. The reason I moved here from CA was because my
music position, as well as art and library, were cut. After having
had that happen 3 times, I bid CA a fond farewell and I haven't
looked back. The pay here is less, but at least I have a job that
I love.
Don't give up on Colorado. Yes, it's competitive, but if you find
the right position, you'll love it!
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