Re: Anyway around the MTEL's?
Posted by: nope on 10/03/09
Not that I know of. MA is very picky about it. MA does not
allow reciprocity with other states until you pass the MTEL.
Are you close to any of the borders to teach in another state?
I actually live in RI, but teach in MA because it was faster
for me to get into the classroom in MA (career changer).
On 10/02/09, Nancy wrote:
> To all of you who've passed the MTEL's, God bless and great
> job. Please don't hate me for asking this. But as one of
> the hundreds who wait in the cattle-call lines to be tested
> repeatedly-- at $100 buck a pop-- I'm looking for another
> way into this profession in Mass. (I taught on a permanent
> license for 12 yrs in NY, so it's frustrating.)
>
> Is there anyway around them? I'm afraid I know the answer
> already... thanks.
