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fewer positions?

by Liz

Mar 11, 2009

Have people noticed a significant change in number of positions availbale due to the economic climate? This is my first search for a teaching job and am wondering if there is more competition for jobs than in previous years.

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Ruth There are definitely many districts cutting positions this year - - my district is cutting several elementary classroom positions and, depending on the budget, possibly some HS and specialist positions.

It is a tough year for sure, but if you are ceritified in a shortage area you will have better luck. The competition for elementary will ...See More

Mar 29, 2009

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Kristen There are openings at a private school in New Haven for K and 5th grade. Just an FYI. They just posted the jobs . I applied there once, but ended up getting a multi-year contract at a different school.

Good Luck.

Kristen

On 3/29/09, Ruth wrote: > There are definitely many districts cutting positions this year - >...See More

Apr 3, 2009

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Job Fair March 28 8:30-noon

by R Hunt

Mar 17, 2009

Farmington High School will host the Teachers Job Fair March 28,2009 from 8:30-noon. Nine area schools represented. Go to simsbury public schools website and click on recruitment fair for information and directions

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Math Teach I heard on WFSB? that Farmington was looking to lay off a few teachers. Kind of ironic that a job fair would be held there, huh?

I saw the fair advertised on Simsbury's HR website, but no where else. Glad I was checking that day. I don't put too much faith in job fairs, however. Lots of tables set up, long lines in front of the desirable d...See More

Mar 17, 2009

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What Affects Your Marketability as a Professional Educator?

by Ea McG

Mar 18, 2009

On 3/18/09, Ea McG wrote: > On 3/18/09, Ea McG wrote: >> Please take this survey to see what affects your >> marketability as a professional educator. No names are >> needed. Results will be posted after May 11, 2009.

I'm still trying to get this link to Connect. Here it is again.

Ea

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Job Fairs

by Me

Mar 27, 2009

Job Fairs...are they even worth it? I just heard on the news today that nearly 1000 teaching positions will be cut across CT. So, why the job fairs? I don't get it. Anyone care to explain?

I also heard these fairs are like a meat market...you drop your resume in a box and move on. Has anyone ever received a response from a job fair distric...See More

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Jen I went to the job fair and I didn't seen any point to it. I am one of those 1000 people that got a pink slip. While I may still have a job, I won't know til the middle of May. Yes, most districts were not interviewing elementary candidates. One district did speak to candidates on a one to one basis; others just accepted resumes. I got one interview...See MoreI went to the job fair and I didn't seen any point to it. I am one of those 1000 people that got a pink slip. While I may still have a job, I won't know til the middle of May. Yes, most districts were not interviewing elementary candidates. One district did speak to candidates on a one to one basis; others just accepted resumes. I got one interview from the district that was looking to hire.

Even soon-to- be graduates are worried about not finding job.

Is it a "meat market"? It is and there were fewer people at this fair this year than prior years I have gone. My suggestion is to send out resumes to every school and human resources person.

On 3/28/09, Crazy wrote: > On 3/28/09, Math Teach wrote: >> I didn't go to the one in Fairfield, but I just got back from >> the one in Farmington. -MOB SCENE! I waited a half hour to be >> interviewed by one district, until their rep came by and pulled >> math teacher applicants out to be interviewed. Many sub >> applicants were there also (I never thought I'd see that happen). >> >> As far as getting called as a result of a job fair: I did get >> called by Waterbury after attending a job fair last year, but I >> had already gotten a job elsewhere. >> >> You heard correctly about the "meat market". I had interviews >> that lasted 15 minutes, and others that lasted twenty seconds. >> >> >> On 3/28/09, MATeacher wrote: >>> On 3/27/09, Me wrote: >>>> Job Fairs...are they even worth it? I just heard on the >>>> news today that nearly 1000 teaching positions will be cut >>>> across CT. So, why the job fairs? I don't get it. Anyone >>>> care to explain? >>>> >>>> I also heard these fairs are like a meat market...you drop >>>> your resume in a box and move on. Has anyone ever received >>>> a response from a job fair district? >>>> >>>> Thanks. >>> >>> >>> >>> Today is the Fairfield job fair for districts in Fairfield. I >>> almost went. However, I couldn't get myself to wake up early >>> for it. In the past, I heard it is over saturated with >>> elementary candidates. >>> >>> Did anyone go today? How was it? Was it worth it? > I was wondering how it went too. I didn't go, guess I'm depressed > about the whol job hunting/no positions open thing. (2 years now!!) > Grr.

Apr 5, 2009

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Math Teach I year you, Jen!

And I thought there was a teacher shortage... Silly me.

On 4/05/09, Jen wrote: > I went to the job fair and I didn't seen any point to it. I am one of > those 1000 people that got a pink slip. While I may still have a job, > I won't know til the middle of May. Yes, most districts were not > interviewin...See MoreI year you, Jen!

And I thought there was a teacher shortage... Silly me.

On 4/05/09, Jen wrote: > I went to the job fair and I didn't seen any point to it. I am one of > those 1000 people that got a pink slip. While I may still have a job, > I won't know til the middle of May. Yes, most districts were not > interviewing elementary candidates. One district did speak to > candidates on a one to one basis; others just accepted resumes. I got > one interview from the district that was looking to hire. > > Even soon-to- be graduates are worried about not finding job. > > Is it a "meat market"? It is and there were fewer people at this fair > this year than prior years I have gone. My suggestion is to send out > resumes to every school and human resources person. > > > On 3/28/09, Crazy wrote: >> On 3/28/09, Math Teach wrote: >>> I didn't go to the one in Fairfield, but I just got back from >>> the one in Farmington. -MOB SCENE! I waited a half hour to be >>> interviewed by one district, until their rep came by and pulled >>> math teacher applicants out to be interviewed. Many sub >>> applicants were there also (I never thought I'd see that happen). >>> >>> As far as getting called as a result of a job fair: I did get >>> called by Waterbury after attending a job fair last year, but I >>> had already gotten a job elsewhere. >>> >>> You heard correctly about the "meat market". I had interviews >>> that lasted 15 minutes, and others that lasted twenty seconds. >>> >>> >>> On 3/28/09, MATeacher wrote: >>>> On 3/27/09, Me wrote: >>>>> Job Fairs...are they even worth it? I just heard on the >>>>> news today that nearly 1000 teaching positions will be cut >>>>> across CT. So, why the job fairs? I don't get it. Anyone >>>>> care to explain? >>>>> >>>>> I also heard these fairs are like a meat market...you drop >>>>> your resume in a box and move on. Has anyone ever received >>>>> a response from a job fair district? >>>>> >>>>> Thanks. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Today is the Fairfield job fair for districts in Fairfield. I >>>> almost went. However, I couldn't get myself to wake up early >>>> for it. In the past, I heard it is over saturated with >>>> elementary candidates. >>>> >>>> Did anyone go today? How was it? Was it worth it? >> I was wondering how it went too. I didn't go, guess I'm depressed >> about the whol job hunting/no positions open thing. (2 years now!!) >> Grr.

Apr 6, 2009

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Legal question

by bassman

Mar 30, 2009

I have a question and I'm not sure where to turn...

I am tentured in my district, and have been there for 8 years. I am considered highly-qualified in my state, and have my Masters. Last year, a position opened up within my district that I wanted. I was the only in-house candidate to apply. According to our contract, any position that open...See More

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You might want to try... On 3/30/09, bassman wrote: You might look into an attorney that specializes in employment law. There are some attorneys that actually specialize in education law. I tried getting one a few years back, but he couldn't take my case because he represented my school at one time.

Hopefully someone with expertise can chime in here for you. Soun...See MoreOn 3/30/09, bassman wrote: You might look into an attorney that specializes in employment law. There are some attorneys that actually specialize in education law. I tried getting one a few years back, but he couldn't take my case because he represented my school at one time.

Hopefully someone with expertise can chime in here for you. Sounds to me like you were not treated fairly.

> I have a question and I'm not sure where to turn... > > I am tentured in my district, and have been there for 8 > years. I am considered highly-qualified in my state, and > have my Masters. Last year, a position opened up within my > district that I wanted. I was the only in-house candidate > to apply. According to our contract, any position that > opens up within the district for which you are qualified > and, barring any disciplinary actions, should be awarded to > that candidate prior to giving it to any outside > candidate. I had no disciplinary actions, and was > obviously more thnan qualifued for the position (it was for > instruemntal music and I have my Masters in musidc > performance and have taught instrumental music prior to my > position at this district, which is general music.) > Anyhow, to sum it up, the position was awardede to a first > year teacher, fresh out of college with *no*experienec at > all and who was an outside candidate. When I went to my > union, the head of the union stated "that's what happens" > and did nothing. NOw, this union head is known for doing > nothing and no one is happy with him - unfortunately, he > has done underhanded things to make sure no one runs > against him and to guarantee his re-election every ection > time. There is currently a complaint against at the state > level, but that is taking a while to get done. > > My question is...do I have any legal recourse to take > action either against the union for non-representation and > against the district for breaking contract? > > Does anyone know where I can find assistance for something > like this? > > Thanks

Mar 30, 2009

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when are the job fairs in CT?

by Natalia

Apr 8, 2009

When are there going to be job fairs in north CT? Are there still any left?

Thanks!!

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Old Timer You can also "size up" the district/schools by noting how many people are lined up to apply. I was at that job fair. I was one of many waiting at the Avon table, with virtually no one waiting to talk to the interviewers from Bloomfield, or Granby. Tells you something about those districts, huh?

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Apr 14, 2009

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Muhammodu Giwa We have an upcoming job fair at The Groton Inn & Suites 5/14/09... Visit our site for more details... [link removed]

Apr 16, 2009

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Getting Certified in CT w/ professional experience

by Mary

Apr 13, 2009

Hi, I'm interested in applying for my CT teaching certification. I have three years experience teaching in a private school, a BA and an MFA. I understand it's possible to get certified without tons of coursework if you have experience teaching. Has anyone here gotten certified using this route? If so, could you tell me what course work is necessar...See More

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Harry How does your 90 day certificate turn into an "initial" certificate?

Also, I'm curious, when were you in ARC, was it ARC I or ARC II, and what subject were you in it for?

Finally, are you teaching right now? Where if I might ask?

On 4/22/09, Don't Do It! wrote: > DON'T EVEN CONSIDER ARC > > Waste of time. You'll ...See More

Apr 30, 2009

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Don't do it On 4/30/09, Harry wrote: > How does your 90 day certificate turn into an "initial" certificate? >

Upon reccommendation of the school super. where you work, after 90 days of at least .5 FTE

> Also, I'm curious, when were you in ARC, was it ARC I or ARC II, > and what subject were you in it for? > ARC I > Finally,...See More

May 1, 2009

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Praxis 2 English tutor wanted

by Nicole K

Apr 14, 2009

I am looking for a Praxis 2 English Language Lit (0041) tutor for myself and my study budy. I have taken the test 8 times now and I keep missing it by 2 points! I need all the help I can get....

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Mariah Hello! I received an "Outstanding" on the Language Arts test and was able to pass all other tests with flying colors. Are you still looking for a tutor?

-mariah

On 6/12/09, Ms. G wrote: > On 4/14/09, Nicole K wrote: >> I am looking for a Praxis 2 English Language Lit (0041) >> tutor for myself and my study budy. I...See More

Oct 14, 2009

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Valerie I took 0041 a couple of weeks ago and doubt I passed. There was a passage on a 17th c. Chinese opera that I have never heard of, and passages I was not prepared for (I am fairly well-read) arghh, I could go on.. Are you still available for tutoring?

On 10/14/09, Mariah wrote: > Hello! I received an "Outstanding" on the Language Arts te...See More

Apr 3, 2010

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Whats Going On?

by a

Apr 14, 2009

I think this is interesting. Please take a couple of minutes to complete this survey. It might help with something you need done in the future.

You can write me for the results at the middle of May. [link removed]

Thank you, Anice

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Achievement First Charter Schools

by T

Apr 27, 2009

I recently applied to a position at an Achievement First charter school, and I would like to know if anyone has any information about them and their hiring practices. It's been about two weeks and my application is still "under review," and I haven't yet been in contact with an actual person. Are positions at these schools incredibly competitive, a...See More

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MG T, think about inquiring directly with one of the HR e-mail addresses provided on their site, stating that you filled out their materials as directed online and are eagerly awaiting a response. It can't hurt

May 10, 2009

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Ronald Palms Hello,

Achievement First gives out $500 referral bonuses to its employees. If you can find and "befriend" any of their employees, most of them will be more than happy to refer you to the school system just because they might get a prize if you get picked up.

I know that doesn't help you now much, but it's something to keep in mind...See More

Jul 26, 2009

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