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Mar 15, 2017

If you were placed on a referral list, ( I know it's still a long shot) is it okay/good idea to contact the principal to express one's interest? Thanks!

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haha There have been mixed opinions about contacting principals. Many people feel it won't do any good and could do some harm if it annoys the principal in some way.

Lately I've come to feel it is not likely to do any significant harm and if it can help at all then it is probably worth doing to try and land that all important interview.

Mar 15, 2017

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NewinNaples...

by SpedTeacher

Mar 15, 2017

No, the same field. DoDDS only qualified me for mild-moderate special ed (420,421,422). I was curious if they would consider me for say a moderate to severe position if I agreed to take the one or two classes I need to qualify in that area. Most of my experience is with self-contained (1/10) so I didn't know if that would play a factor or not. Than...See More

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happyteacher They won't interview someone without the credentials unless there is no one with those credentials.

Mar 15, 2017

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happyteacher The good news is, there will likely be a couple 0420-0422 vacancies in Japan/Korea/Guam/Cuba and your experience with moderate/severe will set you apart from some of the other candidates.

Mar 15, 2017

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List & Interview

by bondo

Mar 15, 2017

Question for you experts...I have never received an email indicating that I was on the referral list but received a direct email from a principal to set up an interview. Am I missing something by not receiving that magical email about being on a list? Interview went well and I was offered the job but my district would not release me from my contrac...See More

by haha

Mar 15, 2017

I am no expert on the Praxis (especially since I was exempt when I applied to DoDDS) but I believe that DoDDS is only interested in the Core Academic Skills Tests and the Grade Level tests. I don't THINK you have to take the additional subject specific Praxis tests for DoDDS as they generally care more about credit hours in the required classes/sub...See More

by sunny

Mar 14, 2017

I need help figuring out if I need to take the Praxis Subject Assessment test in order to be eligible to teach math on top of business which I already qualify for. I have passed the PRAXIS Core and PLT required for those without a teaching certificate. At the state level I woulld be required to pass the Praxis math before getting certified to teach...See More

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Starting Salary Step?

by TeacherMama722

Mar 14, 2017

Anyone know where they start you salary wise? or rather, how much of my 13 years experience will transfer? Thanks!

haha DoDDS (overseas) will credit you with a max of 10 years of full time experience and gift you one step so the highest you could start is Step 11.

DDESS (stateside) will credit you with 5 years max with no gift so the highest you could start is Step 5 (but the salary is somewhat higher).

Mar 14, 2017

Mar 14, 2017

Hi all, I've been lurking for a while but thought i'd say hey. I put in my application in January for anything pk-3rd. I got an email about a referral list for a K position in Daegu. I'm crossing my fingers that my PK/K endorsement will work in my favor here.

happyteacher Awesome! Maybe an interview is coming your way!

Mar 14, 2017

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base facilities

by elvato

Mar 14, 2017

Can teachers or their dependents use the base facilities?

Commisery, gym, pool? Anyone know anything about Daegu? Pros cons? Thanks any info would be greatly appreciated.

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Euxpat Some bases also provide auto and wood hobby shops. These shops are well equipped with tools, machines, and qualified staff who run them. But bring your own wood and car parts!

No access is provided on DDESS bases, except to the food courts.

Mar 15, 2017

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elvato Thanks Euexpat!

Mar 15, 2017

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Re:Children

by haha

Mar 13, 2017

Yes, generally the dependents of teachers attend base schools if they choose to send them there. I have known some teachers who send their children to local schools.

Icanread We don't have to pay to send them to base schools, right? My husband said he read that we have to pay tuition. Just want to make sure I make the right decision!

Mar 13, 2017

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haha No. Sponsored CONUS hire teachers (and many contractors) do not have to pay and automatically have the right to send their children to the base school.

Mar 14, 2017

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RE: Referral List

by haha

Mar 13, 2017

It means that you are on a list as a candidate for a specific position. A principal will generally use that list to select around 5 people to interview. So, an email or phone call for an email may be next (or nothing may be next).

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Icanread Lindaloo, read the post called Referral List from March 4th. The comments have more info regarding receiving calls for interviews. I'd recommend answering all calls (which is what I plan to do, except when I'm teaching!)

Mar 13, 2017

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haha Arrgh. For an interview.

Mar 13, 2017

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