On 1/05/11, Still Waiting wrote: > I responded below a while back. It has now been 24 > weeks. They will not > answer the phone and tell you to hang up if you are > calling to check the status of your application and > will not answer status update emails. I can not even > believe this. I guess I need to make a trip down there. > I do not understand what the hold up is. 24 weeks is > absolutely ridiculous.If there were something wrong > with my application, I would think they would contact > me. It isn't like they have to go through and gather > all of the information....you send the packet complete > to them. > > All I can say for those of you looking to move here, > please send your packet in WAY in advance. I am > certified in Texas and have nothing on my record that > is weird or wacky. > > Good luck all! > > > On 1/04/11, A wrote: >> I sent my license in sometime in August and the >> website says it was received on 8/24/10. I was >> originally told 12 weeks, then 16. Today it has been >> 19 weeks and still no update on the CDE website. They >> won't answer inquiries regarding a timeline of a >> license. My license expires in March. Glad I turned >> my stuff in 7 months early. Hope I hear something >> before then! >> >> >> On 11/20/10, D wrote: >>> Sad thing is how many of those applicants are >>> actually highly skilled, trained and experienced >>> educators who, instead of being in a classroom, are >>> just waiting it out elsewhere. I would think the >>> state would want the best educators in the >>> classroom. That is not going to happen with this >>> current definition of highly qualified (holding a >>> Colorado license) and the current application >>> backlog. >>> >>> >>> On 11/19/10, Still Waiting wrote: >>>> I sent in all of my information to the state back >>>> in July. I still have not had my license >>>> approved. They told me in Sept. that it would >>>> closer to 16 weeks. I believe now that it has >>>> been close to 18. I just sent an inquiry to the >>>> state. This is just crazy. >>>> >>>> On 11/18/10, g wrote: >>>>> On 9/27/10, Sande wrote: >>>>>> I just renewed my Oregon License from 15 >>>>>> years ago, and the process took about that >>>>>> long-----with budget cuts and less staff, the >>>>>> ed. offices are taking longer to process the >>>>>> tons of things coming through. I think that >>>>>> your time frame is , lamentably, fairly >>>>>> normal. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On 9/26/10, DJ wrote: >>>>>>> I am a Texas certified educator who has >>>>>>> applied to have my license reciprocated >>>>>>> here in Colorado. I was told to check the >>>>>>> website 4-5 days after "12-14 weeks >>>>>>> for processing". Does it actually take >>>>>>> that long? Your experiences, please. It has >>>>>>> been about 6 weeks now. It seems like it >>>>>>> should not take as long for someone with a >>>>>>> current license from another state. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Yes, I agree with Sande. It does take that >>>>> long. So many cuts yet so many vying for >>>>> teacher licensure and jobs...
On 2/02/11, D wrote: > To the sender of this original missive, all I can say is > that your frustration has been and is shared. I made it a > point to give them 6 months to review an application and > just mark it on my calendar to call if it gets to that > point without a response-and then get on with life. You > may have to get another job, certainly if you're waiting > for a quick response or planning on the matter being > resolve more quickly. My paperwork was submitted > approximately 5 months ago, and I still have not gotten a > letter detailing what steps need to be taken next > (although I have an idea on my own). My advice would be to > start subbing with several school districts right away > (because this can take a few months to get off the > proverbial ground as well) and take another job in the > mean time. > > > > On 1/05/11, Still Waiting wrote: >> I responded below a while back. It has now been 24 >> weeks. They will not >> answer the phone and tell you to hang up if you are >> calling to check the status of your application and >> will not answer status update emails. I can not even >> believe this. I guess I need to make a trip down there. >> I do not understand what the hold up is. 24 weeks is >> absolutely ridiculous.If there were something wrong >> with my application, I would think they would contact >> me. It isn't like they have to go through and gather >> all of the information....you send the packet complete >> to them. >> >> All I can say for those of you looking to move here, >> please send your packet in WAY in advance. I am >> certified in Texas and have nothing on my record that >> is weird or wacky. >> >> Good luck all! >> >> >> On 1/04/11, A wrote: >>> I sent my license in sometime in August and the >>> website says it was received on 8/24/10. I was >>> originally told 12 weeks, then 16. Today it has been >>> 19 weeks and still no update on the CDE website. They >>> won't answer inquiries regarding a timeline of a >>> license. My license expires in March. Glad I turned >>> my stuff in 7 months early. Hope I hear something >>> before then! >>> >>> >>> On 11/20/10, D wrote: >>>> Sad thing is how many of those applicants are >>>> actually highly skilled, trained and experienced >>>> educators who, instead of being in a classroom, are >>>> just waiting it out elsewhere. I would think the >>>> state would want the best educators in the >>>> classroom. That is not going to happen with this >>>> current definition of highly qualified (holding a >>>> Colorado license) and the current application >>>> backlog. >>>> >>>> >>>> On 11/19/10, Still Waiting wrote: >>>>> I sent in all of my information to the state back >>>>> in July. I still have not had my license >>>>> approved. They told me in Sept. that it would >>>>> closer to 16 weeks. I believe now that it has >>>>> been close to 18. I just sent an inquiry to the >>>>> state. This is just crazy. >>>>> >>>>> On 11/18/10, g wrote: >>>>>> On 9/27/10, Sande wrote: >>>>>>> I just renewed my Oregon License from 15 >>>>>>> years ago, and the process took about that >>>>>>> long-----with budget cuts and less staff, the >>>>>>> ed. offices are taking longer to process the >>>>>>> tons of things coming through. I think that >>>>>>> your time frame is , lamentably, fairly >>>>>>> normal. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On 9/26/10, DJ wrote: >>>>>>>> I am a Texas certified educator who has >>>>>>>> applied to have my license reciprocated >>>>>>>> here in Colorado. I was told to check the >>>>>>>> website 4-5 days after "12-14 weeks >>>>>>>> for processing". Does it actually take >>>>>>>> that long? Your experiences, please. It has >>>>>>>> been about 6 weeks now. It seems like it >>>>>>>> should not take as long for someone with a >>>>>>>> current license from another state. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Yes, I agree with Sande. It does take that >>>>>> long. So many cuts yet so many vying for >>>>>> teacher licensure and jobs...
The American Turkish Society's Education Program is pleased to announce the availability of Curriculum Development Grants for 2011.
The program, which was initiated by The Society in the spring of 2010, offers funds to elementary and secondary school teachers to develop innovative curricula, projects and other classroom activities about Turkey. The Society’s first Curriculum Development Grant was awarded to Harry A. Dawe, former Headmaster of Robert College in Istanbul and current history teacher and college counselor at the Fieldston Upper School in Bronx, New York. Mr. Dawe received support for History 181: East Meets West, for which he developed course material and two chapters of a history text book for use with eleventh and twelfth graders.
Grants vary between $250 and $2,500, and cover the costs of research, materials, speakers, and other expenses incurred by the school or the teacher. The amount of each grant is determined by the project’s scope, the availability of total funds, and the number of projects selected through a competitive process. The American Turkish Society encourages all applicants to identify additional sources of funding where possible. Once selected, grantees will be free to develop their proposed projects without editorial input from The Society. They will, however, participate in follow-up activities for evaluation purposes and will be asked to share any teaching plans, materials and activities with The American Turkish Society for future dissemination.
Application Process: Spring Semester, 2011
Application deadline: November 1 Notification: December 1
Please submit proposals including:
1. A 2-page summary of the proposed project detailing the tools, materials, and methods to be used; the objectives and anticipated impact; and the teacher's relevant qualifications; 2. A project budget, including a detailed breakdown of costs and the grant amount requested; 3. The teacher’s CV; and 4. A letter of support from the teacher’s school.
Interested parties should send proposals to The American Turkish Society at [email removed].
For questions and additional information, please email [email removed].
I may be moving out to the Springs from FL. and I'll be going back to school for a BS or BA. I want to teach between Kindergarten to 3rd grade. Any suggestions on colleges in that area?
Go on line to [link removed...See MoreSpecial Ed, Science and Math seem to be the big need areas, not unlike most of the nation. There are jobs available in all areas it seems, but usually there are tons of Elementary Ed teachers for each job available. This is what I've heard from principals out here, plus it is the same in some other states also.
On 11/06/10, Sara wrote: > I too am looking to move to Colorado next summer. I live in > California now. How do I find out what it will take to get my > Colorado Teaching License? Anyone know where the biggest need > for teachers are? Thanks so much!
If you are in the same boat, the solution to the problems is teaching abroad. However, what I found was that most teaching jobs overseas are paying teachers far less than they did a few years ago. Initially, I looked into South Korea because they paid me 30,000 USD a few years ago. Now, the average is around 20,000 USD. China paid around the same amount of money. However, they paid more in Hong Kong. Taiwan was trying to attract teachers with a teaching degree, but I could not get them to agree to anything over 25,000 for the year. Japan was willing to pay me 25,000 USD. However, with the high cost of living, 25,000 USD means you will not be able to save any money in Japan. When I was living in Japan, if I did not go out for the month, I could possibly save around 500 USD. I was also looking to teach in Europe. However, it is difficult to find a way in unless you belong to one of the EU countries. The salaries in relation to the high cost of living were also low.
I have discovered that the solution is in the Middle East. There are three countries that continue to pay a high salary are as follows: Kuwait, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. If you have a TESOL degree, many years of teaching experience, and are an English major, Kuwait and the UAE would be your best choice. However, if you lack those credentials, it is difficult to find your way in. Saudi Arabia is currently becoming the hot spot for native English speakers. For example, my company over here pays over $25,000 in benefits including the following:
• Base monthly salary, tax-free; paid vacation and holidays • Discretionary bonus based on fulfillment of the full term of the contract and performance • Quality and secure shared housing, with amenities including utilities.
• Fully paid medical benefits, including dental and optical coverage, in accordance with the plan • Transportation to and from home and work locations • Round trip transportation to and from Saudi Arabia from your home country
The greatest thing about the salary is that it is around what the average teacher is making in the United States. However, the teacher’s only cost is food. In addition, not only are your benefits not taxed, but your salary is not taxed either. If a teacher is not saving 80% of their paycheck, they are doing something wrong. The food over in Riyadh is significantly lower than the costs in the United States. The greatest problem most teachers are afraid about when traveling overseas are the cultural differences. There may be differences. Although, when you live in the compound, the culture is similar to the culture in your native country. Saudi Arabia is filled with many different types of foreigners. Every compound is like visiting another country. There is a Latin compound where you can learn how to salsa dance. There is an American compound where you can drink homemade beer. The culture outside of the compound is definitely Saudi. However, the compounds are a home away from home. I have multiple reasons for writing this letter. First of all, I know the great pressure in trying to find a job in the United States. Second, I am trying to recruit for my college called CTI. We desperately need at least 20 new teachers who can come into this program. My college had to turn away 4,500 Saudi students because we lacked available teachers. If you are friendly, have any BS degree, are a native English speaker, and have a passion for teaching, please send me your resume and I will forward it to our HR person at the college. Hopefully we can work together and ride out the financially difficult times in Saudi Arabia. Good luck in your search and I hope that your job search was not as difficult as mine was.
If you have any questions, please feel free to send me an email. [email removed]
If you are in the same boat, the solution to the problems is teaching abroad. However, what I found was that most teaching jobs overseas are paying teachers far less than they did a few years ago. Initially, I looked into South Korea because they paid me 30,000 USD a few years ago. Now, the average is around 20,000 USD. China paid around the same amount of money. However, they paid more in Hong Kong. Taiwan was trying to attract teachers with a teaching degree, but I could not get them to agree to anything over 25,000 for the year. Japan was willing to pay me 25,000 USD. However, with the high cost of living, 25,000 USD means you will not be able to save any money in Japan. When I was living in Japan, if I did not go out for the month, I could possibly save around 500 USD. I was also looking to teach in Europe. However, it is difficult to find a way in unless you belong to one of the EU countries. The salaries in relation to the high cost of living were also low.
I have discovered that the solution is in the Middle East. There are three countries that continue to pay a high salary are as follows: Kuwait, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. If you have a TESOL degree, many years of teaching experience, and are an English major, Kuwait and the UAE would be your best choice. However, if you lack those credentials, it is difficult to find your way in. Saudi Arabia is currently becoming the hot spot for native English speakers. For example, my company over here pays over $25,000 in benefits including the following:
• Base monthly salary, tax-free; paid vacation and holidays • Discretionary bonus based on fulfillment of the full term of the contract and performance • Quality and secure shared housing, with amenities including utilities.
• Fully paid medical benefits, including dental and optical coverage, in accordance with the plan • Transportation to and from home and work locations • Round trip transportation to and from Saudi Arabia from your home country
The greatest thing about the salary is that it is around what the average teacher is making in the United States. However, the teacher’s only cost is food. In addition, not only are your benefits not taxed, but your salary is not taxed either. If a teacher is not saving 80% of their paycheck, they are doing something wrong. The food over in Riyadh is significantly lower than the costs in the United States. The greatest problem most teachers are afraid about when traveling overseas are the cultural differences. There may be differences. Although, when you live in the compound, the culture is similar to the culture in your native country. Saudi Arabia is filled with many different types of foreigners. Every compound is like visiting another country. There is a Latin compound where you can learn how to salsa dance. There is an American compound where you can drink homemade beer. The culture outside of the compound is definitely Saudi. However, the compounds are a home away from home. I have multiple reasons for writing this letter. First of all, I know the great pressure in trying to find a job in the United States. Second, I am trying to recruit for my college called CTI. We desperately need at least 20 new teachers who can come into this program. My college had to turn away 4,500 Saudi students because we lacked available teachers. If you are friendly, have any BS degree, are a native English speaker, and have a passion for teaching, please send me your resume and I will forward it to our HR person at the college. Hopefully we can work together and ride out the financially difficult times in Saudi Arabia. Good luck in your search and I hope that your job search was not as difficult as mine was.
If you have any questions, please feel free to send me an email. [email removed]
Did you know that Rocky Mountain National Park offers FREE education programs for the classroom and the field? The year-round educational program at Rocky Mountain National Park provides hands-on field experiences and classroom programs that can support and enhance your learning objectives. Our lessons and activities encourage students to explore, experience, and engage in the learning process. Come discover the learning opportunities and potential lessons that exist in this unique outdoor classroom!
We are currently accepting registration for 2011 programs. Details about each program and information on how to schedule a program can be found in the attached brochures. Additional Information can also be found on our website: [link removed].