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Dec 18, 2017
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uh89
But be prepared. When I first started with DoDDS in Japan I arrived early August, started teaching mid/late August, but did not get my first paycheck until early October.
I ❤ sped
The 8th is the start of a pay period so if everything goes smoothly your first pay will be the 26th. A lot depends on HR and your school secretary. If you receive post allowance, etc. you will have to take care of that yourself after you get your CAC card. Good luck. Hopefully you have a good sponsor to help you!
Dec 16, 2017
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DodeaHopeful
Good luck! DODEA doesn't recognize algebra 1 as it's own credit. There is MS math and HS math, that's it.
haha
8th graders can take Algebra I for high school credit under certain circumstances. I'm not sure whether the teacher has to have the Secondary math certification or not. As DodeaHopeful said, there is no separate Algebra certification offered for teachers.
Dec 15, 2017
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haha
Although that was from a DoDEA (overseas school). This is one is from a fact sheet about Guam which is DDESS (considered a stateside in many respects):
Full-time employees must complete at least 120 or more workdays to be eligible for a step increase. There are 30 steps (0-29) with no longevity steps.
Full-time employees must complete at least 120 or more workdays to be eligible for a step increase. There are 30 steps (0-29) with no longevity steps.
HelpOthers
So, after the days have been met, as Haha pointed out, I believe everyone's step increase occurs at the same time, at the beginning of each school year (if there will be an increase). This way, your pay will be set for the school-year and divided equally by the number of paychecks you are expected to receive.
Dec 15, 2017
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someday
I am endorsed in it with college coursework in Florida but I didn't see it as an option when applying. Is it something you pick up if you happen to be in a location that has a need. Does DODEA still certify teachers for it?
haha
They have teachers teaching it so I am guessing yes they still certify in it. It is a very small niche area so I am assuming it is not something they will normally actively search for in a new teacher.
Dec 2, 2017
1. how far after I start working will my insurance benefits kick in? <...See More
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teacherlife62411
Thank you so much! Also, how expensive is it to have 4 kids on the insurance plan?
haha
It would depend on which state your are living in and what plan you choose. This may not be exact but will give you a good idea:
https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/healthcare/plan-information/premiums/2018/non-postal-rates-hmo.pdf
https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/healthcare/plan-information/premiums/2018/non-postal-rates-hmo.pdf
Dec 15, 2017
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IAmBatman
Purpose of them doing the background check is to see if you have ever defaulted on a federal loan, such as a federal student loan. If you have defaulted you are, in theory, ineligible for federal service.
So positions, like educational technologists or those dealing with IT systems may be required to hold a security clearance. In those ca...See More
So positions, like educational technologists or those dealing with IT systems may be required to hold a security clearance. In those ca...See More
haha
Like I posted earlier, I know teachers with DoDEA who have had major credit issues and still made it past the background check. Your troubles are more recent so that might be a little more problematic but there is no hard and fast rule about that (that I know of).
Yes, it is ironic that you could be denied the best opportunity to get yours...See More
Yes, it is ironic that you could be denied the best opportunity to get yours...See More
Dec 14, 2017
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Icanread
Thanks! We are headed to Okinawa!
HelpOthers
Congratulations! Your children will be eligible to attend DoDEA schools, but the one they attend may depend on where exactly you live. I suggest checking with the registrar at the school where you will be working.
Dec 4, 2017
I have lived in Japan for about five years, and I worked my way up to Assistant University Professor with my Masters Degree.
I am happy with my position, but it has always been my dream to work for Dodea Pacific. I recently took my Pr...See More
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haha
Fortunately, age is not a factor with DoDEA. Many teachers (much older than you, myself included) join DoDEA later in their careers.
As for being a local hire, yes you would likely be considered local unless you attempt to conceal your circumstances which probably not be advisable (and what would you do about your work experience for the l...See More
As for being a local hire, yes you would likely be considered local unless you attempt to conceal your circumstances which probably not be advisable (and what would you do about your work experience for the l...See More
HelpOthers
The downside to being a local hire is not receiving all the incentives to be here, but because you already live here without them, DoDEA feels no compulsion to provide them to you. On the other hand, after a couple years in one location, you might be able to transfer to another location within Japan but far enough away to obtain those incentives. G...See More
Dec 12, 2017
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haha
You might try shooting off an email off to the principal before the winter break and getting some kind of answer so you don't drive yourself crazy over the holidays.
HelpOthers
Make sure your phone number is correct on your application and that you have the phone with you and charged at all times. Accept all calls. Delete the home phone from your application if you have it listed.
Dec 13, 2017
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haha
Wow. SPED Teacher you're absolutely right. I had just read posts about people who had just interviewed and even though I read this post somehow I changed "marked inactive" to "frozen for processing" in my brain and then typed out a quick response based on that.
SORRY poster. Inactive means you likely did not renew when the email came out a...See More
SORRY poster. Inactive means you likely did not renew when the email came out a...See More
intrepidtravelr
To make sure, log into your account and click on Apply for a Teaching Position. This is what mine said when they were processing my application for an offer: "The DoDEA staff is currently processing your application. You will be unable to make changes at this time."
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