Re: thanks and one more question

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Maybe say that your anticipated certification date is XXXX. ??
Something like, "I anticipate being certified in Mathematics as of
December" or whatever.

I'm sure you know though that it is difficult to get a teaching job
in Michigan. There is no shortage in math (or anything else), so it
still may be tricky getting a job.

On 10/03/09, curious wrote:
> I am writing a cover letter for the position and trying to figure
> out how I would word that I am eligible for the endorsement and
> will obtain it right away...
>
> On 10/03/09, Sometimes wrote:
>> Depends on many factors.....if there is no one else, if the
>> test is the current school year (and thus, likely license is
>> valid during the year)....if a waiver can be given by MDE in
>> the interim.......etc, etc.
>>
>> Some district have a hard "no endorsement, no teach" policies,
>> while others are more willing to work with folks....
>>
>> On 10/03/09, curious wrote:
>>> In, Michigan, can you begin a teaching position before you
>>> officially have the endorsement on your certificate?
>>>
>>> For example, if you are currently elementary certified, and
>>> minored in Math, can you accept a middle school math
>>> position with the intention of immediately testing and
>>> adding your math endorsement? I know many other states
>>> allow this, especially in shortage areas, and wondering if
>>> Michigan does.
 

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