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Hello, I'm new to this and have enjoyed reading the conversations on this site. :) I had an interview last week and they called my references the next day. I'm trying hard not to get my hopes up but also want to be prepared and know what to watch for. Two questions , , ,

1.) I'm curious as to how a tentative offer comes. Is it sent via email or by regular mail? What all is included in the offer?

2.) They told me it would be a quick turnaround as they need someone for next semester. After reading about the slow process with the background checks I wonder if they will go with someone already working in the system. I would be a new hire which could take longer. This is for a job in Germany and we would have to move from the U.S.

Any thoughts? Thanks!
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SanDiegoTeacher Do you mind if I ask when you applied? I applied 8 months ago, and my qualifications still haven't been evaluated, it keeps saying "Pending". I am hoping they get around to it soon, because I don't think I will get any requests without that. Good luck!
Nov 29, 2019
netplayn I completed my application several years ago and indicated any non-US location. I am in an elective/"specials" area. It took quite some time to get my qualifications looked at and initially was deemed "unqualified," which was shocking considering my years of experience and education. Eventually, I was deemed qualified and in that time (a good 2-3 y...See More
Nov 30, 2019
haha Not to be contrary, but it's not really all that funny. Being a native speaker of a language doesn't make you qualified to teach it (just as being a math whiz doesn't mean you will be able to teach it to others). Teaching experience in that field is a better indicator and definitely helps, but DoDEA requires credits in the field and/or a degree, ju...See More
Nov 30, 2019
netplayn Good point. Jump through the hoops if you want to be considered.
Nov 30, 2019
netplayn Btw, she has 20 years of teaching experience and Masters (not in Spanish).
Nov 30, 2019


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