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by Curious in SE
Apr 16, 2009
Hello,
I am a bit puzzled. I haven't seen a single posting for North Slope Borough School District on the ATP Website. What's going on?
The job fair is this weekend.
Curious.
faxed application in last week. no word yet. sped. was told openings exist. would NS acknowledge receipt. any comments welcome.
What is the job market like for elementary teachers in Anchorage? Do they have a tendancy to not hire male elementary teachers?
by teach1234
Apr 30, 2009
So this explains why NSB just listed teaching positions on Alaska Teacher Placement.
My paltry linguistic abilities cannot begin to describe the sheer genius of their management methods. They should be quarantined, so there's no chance of this spreading.
by North Slope teacher
May 1, 2009
I haven't yet seen mention of the fact that the administrative offices for the North Slope School District have been left in chaos by the previous superintendent. Most of the personnel responsible for hiring, benefits, human resources, and records, etc. have left those positions. We are left with a Central Office with no institutional memory and li...See MoreI haven't yet seen mention of the fact that the administrative offices for the North Slope School District have been left in chaos by the previous superintendent. Most of the personnel responsible for hiring, benefits, human resources, and records, etc. have left those positions. We are left with a Central Office with no institutional memory and little organization yet. Teachers currently employed are often at a loss as to which administrative person to approach for any particular question. Things may be getting better. The general feeling among the teaching staff this spring seems more positive than it has for the past four years. We are all holding our breath to see what the school board will do when it chooses the new superintendent. This is an extraordinary place to live and can be a terrific place to work. Hang in there, if you are interested in teaching on the North Slope.
by Living the Dream
May 25, 2009
To All Prospective Alaska Teachers,
Teaching in Alaska can be an amazing and rewarding experience. However, it does have drawbacks. Uneducated, unethical school board members are just one of the obstacles. You also have a quagmire of tribal, local, and state politics to negotiate. Beware the politics! Add to all of this the high expenses ...See MoreTo All Prospective Alaska Teachers,
Teaching in Alaska can be an amazing and rewarding experience. However, it does have drawbacks. Uneducated, unethical school board members are just one of the obstacles. You also have a quagmire of tribal, local, and state politics to negotiate. Beware the politics! Add to all of this the high expenses involved in operating 'bush' schools and the inevitable corruption that occurs when a lot of money is spent with very little oversight... the children often pay a heavy price.
Don't despair, there are also some incredibly focused districts out there that really have it together. They value their teachers and will move heaven and earth to help you to be successful.
You are now thinking "How do I find one of these wonderful districts?" That's a tough one to answer, but I believe that teacher turnover is one of the keys. If a district is experiencing high turnover it is often an indication that something is amiss. I can give you the following advice when seeking a job.
1.) Good teachers are a commodity. When you are being interviewed by a school district, remember it is a two-way street. You are also interviewing them.
2.) Ask about teacher turnover. Be sure to clarify teacher turnover versus staff turnover. Some districts like to provide the illusion of stability by including support staff in their calculations.
3.) Watch the ATP website. If teachers are flocking away from a district you should ask questions.
4.) With all of this in mind, high turnover can also be a result of a cadre of teachers that have been there for years and are now retiring. Ask questions!
Also keep in mind that a troubled district will eventually hit bottom and it will then need good teachers more than ever to pull it back up.
Cheers and happy hunting!
by Perplexed
Jun 25, 2009
This survey concerns all teachers; novice and veteran.
Please take time to complete this survey. It is for a thesis statement. I would appreciate your thoughts and opinions. Results will be posted at the end of July, 2009.
Thank you so much...so much,
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On 4/16/09, Curious in SE wrote: > Hello, > > I am a bit puzzled. I haven't seen a single posting for > North Slope Borough School District on the ATP Website. > What's going on? > ...See More