Colorado Teachers Chatboard

Join Teachers.Net

Chatboards

Recent Groups

CO Teachers

MEMBERS

1 Members

+ Join Group

Pinned Posts

ALLAll Teachers

Teachers.Net LIVE CHAT Support group - Tues eve!

Featured Jobs

Full-timeMontessori Teacher

Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada

TemporaryTeachers, rural schools

Peace River North School District

Full-timeHead Teacher: 2nd/3rd Grades – Mills College Children’s School

Mills College

Teaching Jobs on Teachers.Net

Featured Job special only $39!

https://teachers.net/jobs

Become a Teachers.Net sponsor!

Colorado Teachers Chatboard

Signed "Letter of Intent"...The job is a nightmare!:-0

by CTeacher

Jul 15, 2008

Last month I signed a "letter of intent" with a charter school. But, after meeting with the administration and finding out in detail what the job entails, I don't want this job...This is really a job for 2 teachers! :-0

Is a letter of intent legally binding? I did fill in some paperwork for the district office(health insurance info, tax st...See More

Comment

(24)

report post

view previous comments

Even if they tried to. Charters can't have it both ways Most charters do their hiring, firing, and overall school management independently from the school district (besides the money the district's expected to fork over to help keep the places afloat). Charter school administrators have little if any communication with district HR staff, and they're in no position to pester the district staff regarding ...See MoreMost charters do their hiring, firing, and overall school management independently from the school district (besides the money the district's expected to fork over to help keep the places afloat). Charter school administrators have little if any communication with district HR staff, and they're in no position to pester the district staff regarding their own employee issues. Few school districts even maintain personnel files on charter school faculty.

District HR is almost certainly aware, however, that charters tend to have very high turnover rates. They're not likely to penalize applicants for escaping a situation that causes a new group of people to flee every year.

Backing out of a deceptive "Intention" agreement is as simple as letting the school admins know you've changed your mind, forgetting you ever met those people, and not even mentioning the brief, unpleasant experience to potential employers.

On 7/27/08, Not a bleeding heart wrote: > You can quit any time you like. > > Many contracts state that you must give 60 days notice. If you > are moving to another school system they understand that and will > schedule a starting date based on that (assuming no one else can > start earlier). > > If you want to give less than the contract stated days notice the > school will yell and scream and claim they will take you to > court. They won't. > > If they claim they will "black-ball" you, just say "whatever." > That threat is made in every industry. The difference with > education, if you can prove it, is they are dead meat in court and > they don't want to go there. > > Don't be passive like the bleeding hearts. Do what is right for > you and don't be intimidated. > > On 7/18/08, They can fire you yes. You can quit....I doubt it. > wrote: >> Oh, yes. You are at-will. They can fire you anytime. >> >> But I have never heard of the teacher being able to quit. >> >> I think they always or almost always have their cake and eat it >> too when it comes to that. >> >> You still need a teaching credential to work at a charter >> school. And you are still accountable to contract laws and will >> be punished by the dept of ed if you quit I am willing to bet. >> >> Anybody know for sure about this? Anyone actually have one of >> these letters in their hands that they can quote exactly. >> >> >> On 7/18/08, Teacha wrote: >>> On 7/15/08, CTeacher wrote: >>>> Last month I signed a "letter of intent" with a charter >>>> school. But, after meeting with the administration and >>>> finding out in detail what the job entails, I don't want >>>> this job...This is really a job for 2 teachers! :-0 >>>> >>>> Is a letter of intent legally binding? I did fill in some >>>> paperwork for the district office(health insurance info, >>>> tax stuff, etc.), but it was not a teaching contract. >>> >>> >>> You are a employee at will at a charter school. In July, >>> they usually send out "contracts" which basically say that >>> you can quit or they can fire you at any time. You are >>> employed just like any other business enterprise.

Jul 27, 2008

report post

Martin I can't speak to specifics, but there is no employer in the world who can force you to work for them at a job that you simply do not want or feel trapped in. I would ask if there is some way to get help as a "new" or incoming teacher, with their impossible workload. I had a similar thing happen to me, but it was more just a "sink or swim" attitude ...See More

May 21, 2011

report post

We NEED you to complete our postcard exchange!! Join US!

by Diane Rock

Jul 22, 2008

I'm very excited about forming this Postcard Exchange! Please join us if you are serious about following through!

STATES NEEDED: AK, AR, CO, CT, DE, HI, ID, KT, MT, NV, NH, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, UT, VT, WV, & WY!

Only 1 elementary classroom from each state will be represented & it's on a 1st come, 1st serve basis. Email me ...See More

Comment

report post

3rd Grade Postcard Exchange Needs Colorado!

by Carol

Jul 23, 2008

We are quickly picking up states for our 3rd grade postcard exchange, and we need someone from the Centennial State. This is a fun, rewarding, and easy project that you don't want to miss!!

Please email me directly at: [email removed]

Third grade teachers only please (combos o.k.).

Comment

report post

3rd Grade Postcard Exchange Needs Colorado!

by Carol

Jul 23, 2008

Comment

report post

Should I teach in colorado??? Advice please

by Cal

Jul 24, 2008

I was looking at Denver and it seems like a cool artsy place. I'm an art teacher and wondering if it would be worth teaching there? Would I be able to find a job? Does it pay well? What's the economy like there? I notice many homes are very pricey, some aren't. What's the cost of living like? I know bills varie for everyone, but what do you general...See More

Comment

(10)

report post

view previous comments

Steve On 8/16/08, Lori wrote: > > Wow! I moved here from California 4 years ago and haven't > regretted if for a moment! I was immediately offered two positions > teaching elementary music and the one I opted for has been > heavenly. I feel entirely supported by the district and especially > the community. Our school board recently sign...See More

Sep 17, 2008

report post

Maria If you want to work in the mountains --note: very very expensive -- - but are looking for an elementary art position, there might be an opening for the 09-10 school year in Gypsum, CO. And I'd like to just add that it took me 7 months to get my CO. teaching license.

On 9/15/08, lee ann costello wrote: > On 7/24/08, Art Teach in CO wrote...See MoreIf you want to work in the mountains --note: very very expensive -- - but are looking for an elementary art position, there might be an opening for the 09-10 school year in Gypsum, CO. And I'd like to just add that it took me 7 months to get my CO. teaching license.

On 9/15/08, lee ann costello wrote: > On 7/24/08, Art Teach in CO wrote: >> We love CO, but the teaching job market is VERY competitive >> out here. Luckily, I have multiple subjects that I can teach >> and I have some experience. Art positions (especially in the >> high school) are VERY hard to find unless you don't mind >> teaching in rural areas (or in the inner city/tougher areas) >> Also, salaries in CO are low compared to other states. >> >> My recommendation is to start filling out applications and >> sending out resumes NOW! Do you have a CO teaching license?!? >> (It takes at least 6-8 weeks for them (CDE) to process your >> application/documents in order to issue you one).Also, the >> new school year starts in a few weeks (although some schools >> in Denver are on a year-round schedule),and sometimes you >> can pick up a job that was hastily/unexpectantly vacated. >> >> Please, whatever you do, DO NOT MOVE out here before you >> have a position...You will end up having to sub (with very >> little pay and no benefits), and there's no guarantee that >> you will get a position in the near future. >> >> There are a couple people that I know who have been looking >> for a teaching job for the last 2 years! >> >> So, be smart and CHOOSE WISELY. >> >> >> >> On 7/24/08, Cal wrote: >>> I was looking at Denver and it seems like a cool artsy >>> place. I'm an art teacher and wondering if it would be >>> worth teaching there? Would I be able to find a job? Does >>> it pay well? What's the economy like there? I notice many >>> homes are very pricey, some aren't. What's the cost of >>> living like? I know bills varie for everyone, but what do >>> you generally pay for food, electricity and gas there? Is >>> Denver a safe community? What other towns are near?

Apr 13, 2009

report post

POSTCARD EXCHANGE looking for COLORADO

by christine corrado

Jul 28, 2008

Hey all!

The following states are still available for the 2008-2009 POSTCARD EXCHANGE:

AK, CO, CT, DE, HI, ID, IN, MN, MT, NE, NH, ND, OR, RI, SD, VT, WV, WY, DC

This a great way for you and your class to learn about the United States and Canada! If interested email me offline at [email removed]

The following...See More

Comment

(2)

report post

Kgrace On 7/28/08, christine corrado wrote: > Hey all! > > The following states are still available for the 2008-2009 > POSTCARD EXCHANGE: > > AK, CO, CT, DE, HI, ID, IN, MN, MT, NE, NH, ND, > OR, RI, SD, VT, WV, WY, DC > > This a great way for you and your class to learn about the > United States and Canada! If interested em...See More

Jul 31, 2008

report post

christine Kris,

Thank you! I sent a confirmation to the email address you provided.

Christine On 7/31/08, Kgrace wrote: > On 7/28/08, christine corrado wrote: >> Hey all! >> >> The following states are still available for the 2008-2009 >> POSTCARD EXCHANGE: >> >> AK, CO, CT, DE, HI, ID, IN, MN, MT, NE...See More

Jul 31, 2008

report post

Fun Post Card Exchange needs Colorado!!!

by Sabrena

Aug 3, 2008

Hey Everyone, I am looking for one to two teachers (any grade) from Colorado to join in on the upcoming 2008-2009 post card exchange! If you are interested in joining please email me at [email removed]

Comment

report post

POSTCARD EXCHANGE- we need you!

by Brandi

Aug 9, 2008

Hello!

Are you wanting your students to learn more about the USA this year? If so, you are in luck with the 2008-09 postcard exchange! Our goal is to have every state represented for our exchange. Colorado is not represented yet. If you are wanting to participate, please email me the following information:

name, school name, sch...See More

Comment

report post

Fab 50 Postcard Exchange Needs YOU!!

by Lisa

Aug 10, 2008

Hi Colorado teachers!

We would love to have one of you represent CO in our Fab 50 Postcard Exchange!

If you are interested please email me at [email removed].

Thank you!! :) Lisa

Comment

report post