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Jobs in CT

by Sarah

Apr 23, 2008

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Hello,
I am currently an out of state teacher. I am moving to CT
and looking for teaching jobs. I have looked online, but I
would really like to go to a job fair. Does anybody know
of any job fairs occuring any time soon? I will be moving
to the Old Lyme area, so something in the south/south east
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Sally /blockquote>

Correction:

Second year (and some third year)teachers will need to do the
BEST portfolio next year and most likely the year after.
However, the video requirement has been suspended for next year,
as outlined in Substitute Bill 5871,passed by the state Senate on
5/07/08.

On 5/09/08, UConn ...See More

May 9, 2008

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UConn grad /blockquote>

But teachers who are new to the system in the fall, as would be
someone from outside the state, would be first year for BEST and
be under the new program in 2009.
> Correction:
>
> Second year (and some third year)teachers will need to do the
> BEST portfolio next year and most likely the...See More

May 11, 2008

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Boy in Critical condition after school beating

by sad

Apr 25, 2008

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Charter Schools

by Jackie A

May 6, 2008

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Can anyone tell me what the best charter schools are in
the state? Do you know what they pay typically?
Thank you!

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Teachers.net on Facebook

by Dan Leopold

May 7, 2008

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I am moderating a group on Facebook just for people who like
to network on these Teacher.net chatboards and chatrooms.
If you are interested in joining this moderated group go to
Facebook.com and use your account (or open up a free
account) to check out Teachers.Net Groupees

Sincerely,

Dan Leo...See More

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Highly Qualified Teachers

by Jen

May 13, 2008

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I was wondering if someone can explain to me what highly
qualified means. I am certified in CT and have passed both
praxis exams.

I also notice many teacher applications ask if you are
highly qualified and by what district. How are you supposed
to respond to that?

Confused??

Jen

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Jen /blockquote>

What about on applications they ask if you are
highly qualified and by what district. How do I respond?

Jen

On 5/17/08, Jen wrote:
> Jen,
>
> This is terminology associated with the federal No Child
> Left Behind initiative... This is a very tricky subject -
> gets a ...See More

May 19, 2008

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CA2CT /blockquote>

If you have worked previously for a public school district that
district was required to determine whether you are HQ by NCLB
standards (degree in subject, or appropriate test...). If they
determined you were HQ, they may have sent you a letter stating
their findings.

My current school district sent...See More

May 21, 2008

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Math Teachers

by steve

May 16, 2008

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I am moving to CT and have applied to lots of schools for
a high school math job. Where I live now, it is easy to
find a math job. It is much more difficult up there. I
have a MEd and am National Board Certified so I will be
given a full professional certificate. I also have 16
years experience and I can...See More

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Steve /blockquote>

Thanks for your reply, Ruth. If there is a posted application
deadline date, can I expect that I will not be contacted to
interview until after that deadline? Also, do you think there
is a shortage of math teachers in all parts of the state or
just in the "rougher" districts?

On 5/16/08, Ruth wrote...See More

May 18, 2008

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Ruth /blockquote>

I know that last year math was #2 on the list of shortage
areas. Fairfield County is the most competitive area for
teaching jobs, but beyond that I can't say what the outlook is
for math statewide.
I have a friend who got certified in math 12 years ago but never
worked as a teacher because she started a ...See More

May 20, 2008

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Future of BEST program

by David B.

May 19, 2008

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Does anyone know the future of the BEST program? I am
going to get my CT teaching cert this year and have heard
that the BEST program may be re-designed or eliminated. I
heard that video taping of class room instruction has been
eliminated from the program. From talking to several
teachers who have gone ...See More

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David,

I am a career changer. I spent 17 years in Sales and decided to
use my impeccable Math skills and 20 years as a Youth Minister
and combine them into something that would give me a sense of
accomplishment. I have been teaching for 5 years (under a DSAP
for the better part of 3) and I have love...See More

Jun 2, 2008

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Milie On 6/02/08, Greg wrote: > David, > > I am a career changer. I spent 17 years in Sales and decided to > use my impeccable Math skills and 20 years as a Youth Minister > and combine them into something that would give me a sense of > accomplishment. I have been teaching for 5 years (under a DSAP > for the better part of 3) and I ...See MoreOn 6/02/08, Greg wrote: > David, > > I am a career changer. I spent 17 years in Sales and decided to > use my impeccable Math skills and 20 years as a Youth Minister > and combine them into something that would give me a sense of > accomplishment. I have been teaching for 5 years (under a DSAP > for the better part of 3) and I have loved every minute of it. > > The BEST program, from what I hear, will shift to a more hands- > on/mentor/observation type program. Hopefully, I will never have > to worry about it again - but we'll see. > > 11 days left - but who's counting? :) > > On 5/31/08, David B. wrote: >> >> Greg, >> >> Thanks for your input. I have heard numerous similar >> comments where no matter how good a teacher you are, the >> reviewers feel it is their mission to "improve you", making it >> very taxing, and therefore your current classes (for which you >> are being paid) suffer. Most teachers who I have spoken to >> agree some sort of program is good, but it does not have to be >> so rigorous and stressful. After all, look what all of us >> teachers have gone through just to get to do what we are > doing! >> >> I understand the BEST program is undergoing significant >> changes. I am wondering if anyone knows what those changes may >> be. I am hoping it will be better to address the concerns I >> have heard. >> >> David. >> >> >> >> On 5/30/08, Greg wrote: >>> The BEST process has positives and negatives. I didn't meet >>> the requirement last year and had to do it over this year. >>> On the plus side, you end up planning some great lessons >>> that you are sure to use over again in the future. It also >>> makes you think about why you are teaching what you are >>> teaching. As a Math teacher, I was able to come up with >>> some great answers for the question "when am I ever going to >>> use this in life?" However, the entire portfolio process is >>> very taxing. I found that I dedicated more energy to my >>> chosen class and was exhausted so my other classes suffered. >>> Both years, I ended up with serious stomach problems >>> (gastroenteritis last year and something less serious this >>> year.) The stress is unbelievable. You need to be super >>> organized and really on your game throughout the whole >>> program. >>> >>> I know that I am a good teacher. I don't feel that I need >>> someone who is making $75 per portfolio over the summer to >>> critique my methods and style. >>> >>> I will say that I am a better teacher because of the >>> program, I just think that it is too subjective. >>> >>> On 5/19/08, David B. wrote: >>>> Does anyone know the future of the BEST program? I am >>>> going to get my CT teaching cert this year and have heard >>>> that the BEST program may be re-designed or eliminated. I >>>> heard that video taping of class room instruction has been >>>> eliminated from the program. From talking to several >>>> teachers who have gone through the BEST program, none have >>>> had anything positive to say about it!

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First Grade Interview

by Jen

May 21, 2008

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I have an interview on Tuesday for a first grade position.
What kinds of questions will I be asked regarding this
specific grade?

I know the school uses a balanced literacy program(guided
reading and centers). I couldn't find other information on
the website.

Jen

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MATeacher /blockquote>

So I take it you didn't get the position either? Did you hear back from the
coteachers or get a letter in the mail? I haven't. :(
-MATeacher

Jun 10, 2008

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