DODD Teachers Chatboard

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Loveteaching Don't you think it's a bit premature? If it just happened Friday, give it at least a week. Good luck ;)

Sep 18, 2019

haha My understanding is that they can access everything in your EAS. Whether they actually do look through everything for all candidates that they interview is another story. Hang in there. It is still relatively early to resign yourself.

Sep 18, 2019

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tentative offer

by Waiting

Sep 17, 2019

Super excited!!! I just received a tentative offer today stateside. But I have a question... I had 2 other interviews whom I know they called references on. One was 4 weeks ago and the other 3 weeks ago. This offer came 2 days after interview... Is there a chance for the others still or do you think the time has "gone by"?

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haha There is always a chance but once an offer goes out you are (in theory) locked out of consideration for other positions. It might happen (apparently does for some people) that you end up with your choice of offers but I wouldn't wait too long or risk missing the offer in the hand.

Sep 17, 2019

Frozen account

by Jaycesmomma

Sep 12, 2019

Hi! So, I checked my account today and it was frozen. Is that a good sign? I saw people mention that they received an offer soon after their account was frozen. Is this true for everyone who experienced this happening?

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Jaycesmomma I just happened to check because I was receiving referral emails everyday for about 2 weeks straight but had not received any that day.

Sep 17, 2019

Jaycesmomma And thanks you all! Haven't received a firm yet but I'm super excited.

Sep 17, 2019

Human Resources

by BeyondHopeful

Sep 16, 2019

Does anyone have a working number for HR? The one I had does not seem to be in service.

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Angela @beyondhopeful When you received info from usastaffingoffice, there should have been an HR contact. Is that the nonworking number? I have one person I have been dealing with in HR.

Sep 16, 2019

Just Me I haven't gotten an offer. I am just wanting to ask about pending qualifications, but can't find a number that works.

Sep 17, 2019

Working on travel with DPS. Military branch?

by Angela

Sep 17, 2019

What should I put?

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Angela Nvermind! Got it! It's Army.

Sep 17, 2019

COLA

by Loveteaching

Sep 16, 2019

Does anyone know what the percentage/dollar amount is for the KMC area?

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Angela check here https://www.dodea.edu/Offices/HR/employees/allowances/rates.cfm

Sep 16, 2019

Loveteaching Thank you, Angela!

Sep 17, 2019

Driving in Europe

by Angela

Sep 2, 2019

I'm headed to Germany soon. I know I have to take the driving test there, but is it worth it to get my international driver's license from AAA before I leave the US? Anyone have experience with getting an international license in Europe? Is it necessary? Thanks!

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questionsallday @angela yeah that's what I'm using. It's the same place where the anti terrorist module was. @loveteaching it still asking me for DoD ID number. Where do I get that?

Sep 16, 2019

questionsallday @angela that's good to know!! I guess I'll just take it once I get there. Oh well

Sep 16, 2019

The on boarding process?

by kiki08

Sep 10, 2019

How often and with who do/did most of you check-in with. I've done all the paperwork I've been asked to complete; passports, LQA, and TOPS. It's been almost 2 weeks and I've heard nothing, should I reach out to someone? If so, who?

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Angela Same! I followed with my HR person who initially sent paperwork after offer. She has been very responsive, professional and great to work with. I have asked her many questions and she either finds the answer or refers me to someone who does.

Sep 14, 2019

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Local vs. Conus Preferance for Hiring

by Linda

Sep 8, 2019

Hi. I am wanting to apply to teach at a DODEA school in Korea. I currently live in Korea with husband and 3 children. I'm wondering if this limits my application to Local hire? Would this automatically prohibit me from applying Conus? I know that getting on as a local hire would mean no housing allowance, which would be a great plus. More important...See More

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Linda DodeaHopeful, thank you for your reply. Very helpful information. I'll try to look more into the retirement and health benefits. I thought I read somewhere that retirement benefits begin after 3 years. I'm also wondering whether my husband and kids would be considered my dependents and also be eligible for health benefits.

Sep 12, 2019

Teachin They start paying into retirement when you start. There is a 3 prong retirement...1. federal retirement system 2. Thrift Savings Plan with a match (like a 401k or 403b) and 3. Social security. If you leave before you are vested you keep what you paid in. Take advantage of the full 5% tsp match and choose the right investment types. Yes, your spouse...See More

Sep 12, 2019

Switching?

by Waiting

Sep 10, 2019

I was curious about the availability of switching from one school to a different 1 once you're hired. Specifically for stateside but overseas as well how long do you have to be in your position at the current school your hired for and/or is there a time frameThat you can switch?

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Snow Lane Has anyone heard anything yet about them reopening the transfer round this year?

Sep 11, 2019