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retirement

by B C

Jul 24, 2016

What is the best retirement program for CT teachers? My options are:

State Employees Retirement System (SERS) Tier III, the Alternate Retirement Program (ARP), the SERS Hybrid Plan or, if eligible, the Teachers Retirement System (TRS)

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helen On 7/24/16, B C wrote: > What is the best retirement program for CT teachers? My > options are: > > State Employees Retirement System (SERS) Tier III, the > Alternate Retirement Program (ARP), the SERS Hybrid Plan > or, if eligible, the Teachers Retirement System (TRS)

I think you are eligible ONLY for the Teachers Retire...See More

Aug 18, 2016

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english

by kelly

Jul 14, 2016

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Foundations of reading test

by Lisa

Jul 11, 2016

I took the foundations of reading test and failed. Can anyone suggest a study guide. Thanks

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Alicia On 7/11/16, Lisa wrote: > I took the foundations of reading test and failed. Can > anyone suggest a study guide. > Thanks

Try going online, looking at the the list of topics that the foundations of reading test covers. Also try to study the answers to the test that are provided on the website. They also have different books on ama...See More

Jul 12, 2016

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SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

by ANNOYED

Apr 19, 2016

Does anyone know why school psychologists in the state of CT have to pass the Praxis I (teacher's certification exam) in order to practice school psychology in the state? Also, why doesnt the SDE accept school psychologists who are already certified in their area of expertise (Nationally Certified School Psychologist and passed the Praxis II school...See More

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40 day limit on subbing

by Disgruntled LTS

Oct 1, 2015

Can someone explain to me why the SDE allows un certified teachers (or those not certified in content area) 40 days of subbing in the same assignment?

That's more than 20 percent of a school year. And many districts use that limit as a basis for denying certified (in the area) subs at least Step 1 pay until 40 days are up.

Would y...See More

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Real Estate Service and Reward Program for CT Teacher

by Just For School Teachers

Sep 28, 2015

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Wanting to teach in CT

by Greg Hoskins

Jul 14, 2015

What are he perspectives for science teachers in CT. I see on REAP there are many openings for Secondary Science. I will obtaining level two CT teaching license in the next few months and hopefully be able to make the move next year. I've taught HS science in NM for the past 10 years and I am looking for and needing a change. I love my profession. ...See More

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Math Teach Some districts have a hard time finding Sci teachers (East Windsor, for example, last year). Thomaston took a while to find a Physics teacher. Too bad these schools have a less than stellar reputation, due to demographics and budgets. I've met a few administrators and thought highly of them.

Lately, schools with a great reputation have b...See More

Sep 24, 2015

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Technical Writing Tutor

by Alyssa McGrath

Sep 24, 2015

Hello,

I'm looking for an experienced teacher who can provide private tutoring lessons in Technical Writing to an undergrad engineering student in New Canaan.

Please contact me with qualifications, or with any questions.

Thanks, Alyssa alyssa.[email removed]

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