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resourses for a student

by S

Oct 12, 2011

I am a middle school science teacher. I have a student who I have been struggling with both with his behavior his lack of work. He seems to be board with the work in class but is very interested in how computers work and other topics in technology. I want to offer him something to to do that is related to this when he finishes his work. I am hoping...See More

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Sara On 10/12/11, S wrote: > I am a middle school science teacher. I have a student > who I have been struggling with both with his behavior > his lack of work. He seems to be board with the work in > class but is very interested in how computers work and > other topics in technology. I want to offer him something > to to do that is re...See More

Oct 13, 2011

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Any advice or suggestions

by Christina

Oct 13, 2011

This is my 2nd year teaching, grade 8. I have a good group of kids (very little behaviour problems) but they don't work very fast. It takes forever for them to get any work done. I have a handful who work very fast and seem to be ahead (above grade level). I have a few questions: 1. How do I not spend all my time planning? I am having a hard time b...See More

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Temp position, impossible, and I'm punished for it

by 4th yr subbing, still looking for a job

Oct 16, 2011

I just finished a temporary teaching position, physics and physical science. The first temporary hire left after 2 weeks, the second after 1 week, so things were in total chaos. Kids were throwing things, hitting each other (hard), swearing loudly and directly to me, defying me and arguing with me about everything, and one even had a wireless mouse...See More

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Count your blessings! The last place you ever want to work is a school where the administrators don't have your back. No wonder the little hellions behave that way...the fools running that madhouse have sent them a clear message that they can!

Now they're somebody else's headache. Get the hell out of there, don't look back, and never, ever sub there again. From...See More

Oct 17, 2011

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Reading Hats: Which ones do YOU wear?

by MsJordanReads

Oct 16, 2011

Check out my newest blog post about integrating "Reading Hats" into your classroom. This unit is perfect for teaching students how to change their thinking to match the structure and genres of texts!

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How to get going

by Mike

Oct 20, 2011

Hello: My son recently graduated as a music teacher. All I hear from him is a bunch of regulations that restrict his job hunt. Even private music lessons are out of the question, because of some regulations, I’m told. For example, one is required to take classes to be certified as a substitute teacher, even though he has an Illinois teaching cert...See More

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Grow up This is sad that your son wants to be a teacher, yet his Mommy or Daddy is the one posting on this board.

If your son really wants to become a teacher, he will figure out a way. . . Kudos to the State of Illinois for protecting innocent children who want music lessons from would be child molesters or people with criminal backgrounds. I ha...See More

Oct 22, 2011

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Mandy (I teach in Illinois) Regarding private music lessons: I have a friend from high school who is a music teacher in Illinois. She gives private music lessons in her home. I've never heard of this not being allowed. I used to tutor privately, got 35 dollars an hour... I don't see how private tutors are any different than private music instructors. I used to go to take pian...See More

Oct 22, 2011

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Teacher Resources for sale. Gr 3-6

by Bev-MI ret.

Oct 23, 2011

I have a list made of teacher books/resources and hands on items for sale at garage sale prices. Will make you a good deal. Email for list.

Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Art, Enrichment, Centers, Bulletin Boards, etc. Frank Schaffer, Carson-dellosa, Scholastic, Mailbox, Good Apple, etc.

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Teaching Portfolio Question

by ESL Teacher

Oct 28, 2011

I was wondering if anyone could help me with a question that I have about teaching portfolios. When I got my Master's Degree in K-12 ESL education, we created teaching portfolios, and were advised to always bring them along on job interviews. I just got a job interview at a community college, and I'm debating whether or not to bring my portfolio al...See More

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ESL teacher Thanks Leah, I'll try that.

On 10/29/11, Leah wrote: > Try posting your questions on the Professors chatboard on > T-net. > > My though is if it's not to bulky, I would take it! > > On 10/28/11, ESL Teacher wrote: >> I was wondering if anyone could help me with a question >> that I have about teaching portfol...See More

Oct 30, 2011

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sarah I work in a community college. It can help if you have things that may be relevant to questions they may ask. I know someone who did bring one. It is not necessary but some place may ask for a teaching demo.

On 10/30/11, ESL teacher wrote: > Thanks Leah, I'll try that. > > On 10/29/11, Leah wrote: >> Try posting your questi...See More

Nov 9, 2011

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Great Book for New Teachers

by NewGuy

Nov 3, 2011

I recently read a book about how a new teacher used some interesting, unconventional strategies for getting through to his class. A lot of people in my district have read it. It's on Amazon, Searching For A Savior... I think it's by Donovan. Great read!

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MathWhiz I read it, very good. Educating Esme is good also.

Nov 16, 2011

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LOLOLOL! Way to answer your own post The book must be an embarrassment, given that you're all over the website pretending you didn't write it. Unbelievable.

On 11/16/11, MathWhiz wrote: > I read it, very good. Educating Esme is good also.

Nov 22, 2011

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Take the job?

by liv

Nov 7, 2011

I need advice..do I take a job in a not so good neighborhood where i have to park my car on the street and the position is at a public charter school. Or should i wait on a job/school i LOVE? How long does it usually take teachers to find their first job? I know the market is bad right now and I dont want to be too picky,but....i dont know, please ...See More

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KK I took a job in a high-poverty school district after I had only worked in suburbs before. It turned out to be the best teaching experience I'd ever had.

I would collect as much information as you can about the staff and principal at the school as possible. How do the people who work there feel about it? How does the principal communicate?...See MoreI took a job in a high-poverty school district after I had only worked in suburbs before. It turned out to be the best teaching experience I'd ever had.

I would collect as much information as you can about the staff and principal at the school as possible. How do the people who work there feel about it? How does the principal communicate? How much control does the principal have in terms of running programs and making decisions--is s/he constantly being micromanaged by other administrators? Does s/he have a clear vision and consistent student-friendly policy, or does s/he ping-pong from one new program to the next? How do teachers get along with each other?

I don't know what age level you're talking about, but especially at the elementary level, kids are kids. It's the adult factor that can really make or break it.

On 11/07/11, Mandy wrote: > As long as your safety is not an issue, I would take it. You > can always leave at the end of the year if you want to, and > then you'll have experience. > > Unfortunately, you might not ever find the school that you love > (or that you think you'll love). In college, a lot of us > believe that we'll all work in nice schools with well-behaved > students, supportive teachers/administrators, and involved > parents, but not all schools are like that. > > Now that all said -- Just because you don't THINK you'll love > the school doesn't mean you won't end up loving it. My school > isn't perfect, but does perfect anything even exist? At the end > of the day, I'm happy to be a teacher at my school, and I think > that's what counts. > > As for teachers finding their first job, I would say it depends > on your location, your subject area, and your grade level. > Depends what is available and where. And I hate to say it, but > it might also depend on if you know someone - or if someone you > know knows someone... > > Good luck. > > > On 11/07/11, liv wrote: >> I need advice..do I take a job in a not so good >> neighborhood where i have to park my car on the street and >> the position is at a public charter school. Or should i >> wait on a job/school i LOVE? How long does it usually take >> teachers to find their first job? I know the market is bad >> right now and I dont want to be too picky,but....i dont >> know, please help =/

Nov 7, 2011

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Sara On 11/07/11, liv wrote: > I need advice..do I take a job in a not so good > neighborhood where i have to park my car on the street and > the position is at a public charter school. Or should i > wait on a job/school i LOVE? How long does it usually take > teachers to find their first job? I know the market is bad > right now and I...See More

Nov 8, 2011

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A great site: The Lesson Cloud

by Krystal

Nov 11, 2011

Hello everybody! I just wanted to share a pretty great site with you.

It's: [link removed].

There are tons of resources, lessons, activities and connections to teachers and their blogs - where you can access even more ideas and info. Take a minute to check it out on this weekend:)

Krystal

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