Yes, these preferential hiring practices are unfair but what is
more unjust is that most of these teachers lack the competency to
effectively teach ESL and the students suffer. Check out the
number non-native speakers who opt to drop out at 16.

Sad state affairs that will not change!!!

Suffering in silence, Charles

On 9/02/08, Sabrina wrote:
> On 9/02/08, Inga Swenson wrote:
>> Henry: Yes, I saw the same ads for ESL instructors here in
>> MN. However, we normally hire local talent primarily thru
>> cronyism and nepotism. Even though by law we must publicize
>> the openings via newspapers and online classifieds, most of
>> the time we know whom we wish to hire in advance. Seems to
>> be the present mode of operations in many of the school
>> districts across this great country of ours.
>>
>> However, human resources here are known for making frequent
>> blunders and perhaps you might find yourself a position in
>> MN where "all the women are strong, all the men are good
>> looking, and all the children are above average." I think
>> that about says it all, yup!
>>
>> Inga M. Swenson Freeport, MN Where ice fishing is still
>> popular.
>>
>>
>> On 9/01/08, Henry wrote:
>>> The twin cities are in dire need of ESL teachers. Recent
>>> classified listing on educationamerica.net states 30 ESL
>>> openings just in the urban sectors alone not counting
>>> others. I have applied to several, but have heard nothing
>>> back. BA English, MA ESL, bilingual, enviable experience
>>> nationally and internationally,and not one call!
>>>
>>> Anyone out there want to shine a light on this lamentable
>>> situation for me? Thanks, Henry James
>
>
>
> I have been looking for jobs even far away of the Twin Cities
> and in the Suburbs. I have not even been called for an
> interview. I am tenured and have a Master's degree. I think that
> employers already know whom they want to hire. The law is not
> being followed and there is discrimination

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