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Are science teachers still in demand?

by Future Chem Teacher

Nov 2, 2009

Hey guys, just had a quick question. I am applying to some teacher certification programs this year and was wondering if there's still a demand for science teachers?

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Math Teach "In Demand" is a term used loosely. I am a math teacher, in a defined "shortage area". This year, however, I don't have a contract. There were many applicants for each job in each of the suburban districts I applied to.

Oh sure, there IS a shortage of math/science teachers in the inner cities. But those same cities, while crying "teacher s...See More

Nov 11, 2009

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Future Chem Teacher Yeah, I hear you. I have a BS in Chemistry and want to become a HS Chemistry teacher. I'm looking into certification programs right now, but the last thing I want to happen is that I complete a certification program, spend the money, and still not have a job. That's why I'm posting on this board. All the certification coordinators I call on the pho...See More

Nov 11, 2009

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chem teac Certification coordinators are ALWAYS going to be enthused when people join a certification program because you pay their salary! When was the last time they hired anyone for a teaching job? As a chemistry teacher you would be in a better position than most but it will still depend on your personality, experience with teens, etc. I strongly advise ...See More

Nov 27, 2009

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Future Chem Teacher On 11/27/09, chem teac wrote: > Certification coordinators are ALWAYS going to be enthused when > people join a certification program because you pay their salary! > When was the last time they hired anyone for a teaching job? > As a chemistry teacher you would be in a better position than most > but it will still depend on your pers...See More

Dec 6, 2009

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