Re: public or private schools (Ohio)

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I would definitely put your name into the hat for everything you
can. Don't expect your dream job your first year out. If you
are lucky enough to get a public school job offer in Ohio, don[t
turn it down just because it isn't your preferred grade or area.
Take what you can get!

I agree with the moving...We have sooooooo many Ohio natives down
here. The fact is there are so many colleges/universities in
Ohio cranking out teachers...there are just not enough jobs for
them.

On 12/08/11, You might have to move wrote:
> I agree with the previous posters. Honestly...if you don't
> get a job in Ohio, look into moving. I hate to be grim, but I
> wouldn't get my heart set on a teaching job in Ohio. At this
> point, many of the teachers who are resigning or retiring are
> not getting replaced, so districts can absorb the savings.
> Schools everywhere are cutting teachers, programs,
> extracurriculars. At this juncture, if I were you, I would
> SERIOUSLY consider moving, and each Spring check the outlook
> of teaching jobs in Ohio. Ohio teachers are all feeling very
> insecure right now, particularly under our current governor.
> In my opinion, we should be feeling insecure.
>
> Best of luck...try to stay positive. Its a tough time for all
> Ohio teachers!
>
> On 11/18/11, Middles wrote:
>> I will be graduating from Bowling Green University with a
>> li licence K-3 and the 4th-5th grade endorsement. I was
>> wondering since finding a teaching job (anywhere) is
>> difficult, would I be better off searching for a private or
>> charter school teaching position or a public school
>> position? Any advice would be great!!! thanks

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