Re: Thinkin' of movin' there

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Haha, yes, I have read the posts from Loudoun, so I will probably
stay away. :) Where is Bulldog's area?

On 10/22/09, NoVA wrote:
> Although Northern VA pays a little more, you do earn EVERY
> penny, it's demanding, you have much more to do because of the
> competing NoVA counties, you will most likely commute, and
> housing is fairly expensive. I am sure that there are many nice
> parts of NoVA, and with the current housing situation, you CAN
> find deals, but I am biased and hope to move, maybe to Bulldog's
> area?!?
>
> If you do decide to teach in Northern VA, RESEARCH it carefully!
> Fairfax seems like a nice district, I'm sure that you've read
> the Loudouners posts here (need I say more?), Not sure about the
> other NoVA counties. Best of luck!
>
>
> On 10/21/09, Bulldog wrote:
>> It depends on where you want to live as to the pay. It can
>> range from the low 30's to the low 40's to start. Teaching
>> here is great in some areas, rough in others. Pretty much
>> like anywhere else. We have some great areas in the
>> mountains, but we also have good cities and urban or rural
>> regions. It just depends on what you like. VA has it all.
>> Check out the VDOE site to get specific info regarding the
>> various counties and districts. HS English shouldn't be too
>> difficult to find work.
>>
>> Good luck!
>>
>>
>> On 10/20/09, Arizona wrote:
>>> Hi,
>>> I am thinking of moving there from AZ. What is it like to
>>> live there and what is it like to teach there? How much do
>>> teachers actually make? I am certified K-12, with the
>>> qualification to teach high school English.
>>>
>>> I would appreciate all answers.
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>> Arizona
 

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