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My child went through the ACT program this year. It was as good
as any. It is not what you will get in most university programs.

I would recommend you look into this program.

All of the cohort that went the internship route, including the
social studies candidates, found positions. Most were in a
large, urban district. It's possible.

On 7/15/14, Hudson wrote:
> Hey guys,
>
> I'm new to this forum, but had a question about finding
> positions when I come back to the States next year. I've
> been teaching ESL in Korea for two years and will be coming
> back next summer hoping to land a job in secondary social
> studies while I complete my certification. I'm aiming for
> the 2015-2016 school year. I currently have a B.A. in
> History and an M.A. in Political Science.
>
> I was thinking of doing the A+ Texas Teachers alternative
> certification program, but have seen some mixed reviews
> online about finding placement at schools. Ideally my wife
> and I would live in Austin, but we're open to move other
> places if necessary.
>
> Can anyone offer advice on how difficult it might be to land
> a job in social studies next year? How hard has it been for
> new teachers this year? Is the probationary certificate
> difficult to get? Also, if anyone else has gone through the
> Texas Teachers program, I would love to hear some feedback
> on that as well.
>
> I know it's a lot of questions, but there is a lot I'm
> trying to figure out over the next year before we come home.
> Any and all advice is much appreciated!
>
> Cheers,
> Hudson

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