Hi everyone!

I've never posted anything on this site before and would
love to get some advice from anyone willing to give it.

My situation is this. Last school year, I had worked for a
bigger school district in a non-contracted position as a
teacher for the before and after school program in an
elementary. I was laid off at the end of the school year
due to funding cuts. In addition , I have three years of
contracted experience in a small school district in Iowa, 2
years in First and a year as a Lower Elementary teacher in
K and 1. I have my BA in Elementary Ed and endorsements in
Reading, Language Arts/English and Early Childhood.

I have had several interviews over the Summer for a variety
of elementary jobs, but I seem to come in 2nd and not get
the job. Principals that I've interviewed with don't
really have a lot of feedback for me. They always have
good things to say about the interview and what my
references have said. Many times, they have said the
decision came down to someone else having more experience.
It is very hard not to take it personally.

I'm currently on unemployment and signed up for subbing.
Recently, I've begun looking for jobs that are not with the
district but still working with kids. Does anyone have any
advice they can share or ideas for me to land a job? I am
feeling pretty frustrated with the fact that it is the
beginning of the school year and I can't seem to get my
foot in the door anywhere.

Let me know what you think. I really appreciate any
thoughts you may have. There really isn't a lot of places
to get support and advice for my situation. Thanks!

Traci

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