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Rick Scott raise

by kafkateach

Oct 20, 2013

The Rick Scott "raise" is really a bonus. There is no guarantee that the funds will be renewed next year, so any money you receive this year may be go away next year. You can read my blog post about this at kafkateach.wordpress.com.

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Rick Scott raise

by kafkateach

Oct 20, 2013

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Debbie On 10/20/13, kafkateach wrote: > The Rick Scott "raise" is really a bonus. There is no > guarantee that the funds will be renewed next year, so any > money you receive this year may be go away next year. You > can read my blog post about this at > kafkateach.wordpress.com. Our district union has bargained to have the $1700 as a pay ...See More

Oct 20, 2013

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Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Escambia counties

by lisa

Oct 25, 2013

Besides apply, what can I do to get a teaching job in one of these counties? I have applied, I have 'bid' on open positions. I cannot get an interview. Any suggestions?

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David Wilson A year. I would NOT move on a hope. David

Dec 27, 2013

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David Wilson On 10/25/13, lisa wrote: > Besides apply, what can I do to get a teaching job in one > of these counties? I have applied, I have 'bid' on open > positions. I cannot get an interview. Any suggestions?

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All the counties you mentioned (I'm a 3rd grade teacher in Okaloosa) are awesome places to live, have teacher educati...See More

Oct 25, 2013

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Florida Teaching

by gar1

Oct 27, 2013

I just received my statement of eligibility! The problem here is that i'm out of state. I'm looking to move back to FL and would like to work in Hillsborough. I'm hoping to get a teaching job (Elementary) for the 2014-15 school year. I know that I will not be asked for interviews or anything until after the hiring freeze is over. Is there anyone on...See More

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CC Hi,

I received my SoE last year around this time. I currently live in TN and was planning on moving to Hillsborough county last year. What I did was of course put in applications for the counties that you are thinking about. I'm sure you have done that though. For some schools, like smaller ones and charter schools, they gave me interviews...See More

Oct 27, 2013

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gar1 Thank you for your response about getting a teaching job out of state for Hillsborough. I'm making plans to attend to job fair this coming summer, many people said most that most people that attend the fairs get hired on spot at the fair. Although, it is not a cheap "expense" to travel down for a whole day of interviewing and nothing turn up for it...See More

Oct 28, 2013

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Free Active Shooter Seminar for Teachers

by John Graden

Oct 30, 2013

We are hosting a 2-hour Active Shooter Seminar for Teachers on December 7th from 9am-11am in Clearwater. There is no charge for teachers, principles, or security.

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Jake On 10/30/13, John Graden wrote: > We are hosting a 2-hour Active Shooter Seminar for Teachers > on December 7th from 9am-11am in Clearwater. There is no > charge for teachers, principles, or security. _______________________________________________________

Have we gotten to the point where we must be trained so we can accurately ...See More

Oct 30, 2013

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Joel On 10/30/13, Jake wrote: > On 10/30/13, John Graden wrote: >> We are hosting a 2-hour Active Shooter Seminar for Teachers >> on December 7th from 9am-11am in Clearwater. There is no >> charge for teachers, principles, or security. > _______________________________________________________ > > Have we gotten to the point...See More

Nov 3, 2013

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FLVS (reply to anon)

by Veritas

Nov 4, 2013

Making a new thread for the reply because the other FLVS thread is far down the page.

FLVS was pretty much the worst experience of my life. I cannot express to you how happy I am to be back in the traditional classroom.

I would, literally, rather have root canals on all of my teeth than have to spend another day there.

...See MoreMaking a new thread for the reply because the other FLVS thread is far down the page.

FLVS was pretty much the worst experience of my life. I cannot express to you how happy I am to be back in the traditional classroom.

I would, literally, rather have root canals on all of my teeth than have to spend another day there.

My IL at FLVS was an absolute nightmare. S/he was deceptive, rude and highly unethical, yet remains an FLVS favorite by the higher-ups. S/he would have done ANYTHING to stay golden.

The people in the schoolhouse were afraid of him/her and would never say anything against him/her. Not only that, but the atmosphere in the schoolhouse was also a special brand of toxic. The paranoia, backstabbing and outright lying were out of control. Looking back, their behavior is almost comical.

It wasn't like I was expecting a cakewalk when I signed on. I went to that session where they try to scare you out of the job. I went part-time, spoke to multiple people about their workload and how they organized their day, etc. before I made the decision.

Everything was fine at first.

The problem arose when they started constantly changing expectations and rules while, at the same time, were steadily increasing the workload. It seemed to start after the Staff Conference last year. That's also when all this internal competition and pitting everyone against each other for the prize of being our IL's favorite and/or to stay off his/her infamous "List" really took off in earnest. (And that was long before the education bill passed.)

What had been a tedious yet "doable" job turned into something excruciating and close to impossible.

The reality of FLVS juxtaposed with the myth perpetuated at Staff Conference, meetings, and in the media just boggles the mind.

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"Veritas, I had the SAME experience ("covert" conversations) at all of my (5) Staff Conferences! Thank you for verbalizing that FLVS is TOXIC! It is nearing the end of October 2013 and the "Culture of Fear" (which began when RW & VR became Directors of Education) continues with "Standard Operating Procedures" -- whereby if you do not log your Monthly Calls correctly (and it is expected that you speak to 100% of the parents each and every month) you can be terminated. Let me make this very clear: I love my students, parents, & co-workers and my data says that I'm doing a great job. But the ones "above" me...I could easily do without (& that is putting it kindly)."

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Laura On 11/04/13, Veritas wrote: > Making a new thread for the reply because the other FLVS > thread is far down the page. > > FLVS was pretty much the worst experience of my life. I > cannot express to you how happy I am to be back in the > traditional classroom. > > I would, literally, rather have root canals on all of my > ...See MoreOn 11/04/13, Veritas wrote: > Making a new thread for the reply because the other FLVS > thread is far down the page. > > FLVS was pretty much the worst experience of my life. I > cannot express to you how happy I am to be back in the > traditional classroom. > > I would, literally, rather have root canals on all of my > teeth than have to spend another day there. > > My IL at FLVS was an absolute nightmare. S/he was deceptive, > rude and highly unethical, yet remains an FLVS favorite by > the higher-ups. S/he would have done ANYTHING to stay golden. > > The people in the schoolhouse were afraid of him/her and > would never say anything against him/her. Not only that, but > the atmosphere in the schoolhouse was also a special brand > of toxic. The paranoia, backstabbing and outright lying were > out of control. Looking back, their behavior is almost comical. > > It wasn't like I was expecting a cakewalk when I signed on. > I went to that session where they try to scare you out of > the job. I went part-time, spoke to multiple people about > their workload and how they organized their day, etc. before > I made the decision. > > Everything was fine at first. > > The problem arose when they started constantly changing > expectations and rules while, at the same time, were > steadily increasing the workload. It seemed to start after > the Staff Conference last year. That's also when all this > internal competition and pitting everyone against each other > for the prize of being our IL's favorite and/or to stay off > his/her infamous "List" really took off in earnest. (And > that was long before the education bill passed.) > > What had been a tedious yet "doable" job turned into > something excruciating and close to impossible. > > The reality of FLVS juxtaposed with the myth perpetuated at > Staff Conference, meetings, and in the media just boggles > the mind. > > > > Post from anon: > > "Veritas, I had the SAME experience ("covert" conversations) > at all of my > (5) Staff Conferences! Thank you for verbalizing that FLVS > is TOXIC! It > is nearing the end of October 2013 and the "Culture of Fear" > (which began > when RW & VR became Directors of Education) continues with > "Standard > Operating Procedures" -- whereby if you do not log your > Monthly Calls > correctly (and it is expected that you speak to 100% of the > parents each > and every month) you can be terminated. Let me make this > very clear: I > love my students, parents, & co-workers and my data says > that I'm doing a > great job. But the ones "above" me...I could easily do > without (& that > is putting it kindly)." _______________________________________ This kind of thing could only happen in a southern state, especially Florida WHERE YOU HAVE NO RIGHTS,.THANK THE GOVERNOR AND THE TEA PARTY LEGISLATURE FOR THAT...if you voted for a Republican in Florida...U are to blame. > > >

Nov 6, 2013

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HighTurnover, Pinellas posting jobs available

by krissy

Nov 8, 2013

Grade 2 Teacher Pinellas County Schools 23 reviews - Largo, FL Elementary Education K-6. Experience working in a Title I school. ESOL certification.... Education America Network - 6:30 PM Elementary Strings Teacher Pinellas County Schools 23 reviews - Largo, FL Must be highly qualified - certification in Music Education Preferences:. - Official tra...See MoreGrade 2 Teacher Pinellas County Schools 23 reviews - Largo, FL Elementary Education K-6. Experience working in a Title I school. ESOL certification.... Education America Network - 6:30 PM Elementary Strings Teacher Pinellas County Schools 23 reviews - Largo, FL Must be highly qualified - certification in Music Education Preferences:. - Official transcripts with degree posted - - Three professional references dated... 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Bad references

by Anon

Nov 18, 2013

I was let go years ago from a temporary teaching position in Broward County. It was my first job as a teacher. I wasn't told a reason just that "my services are longer needed". I want to teach again but I'm not sure my last supervisor will even remember me or give me a reference. What steps can I take in order to secure a teaching position? I live ...See More

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anon It would appear you would probably have to "start all over" again and substitute teach in order to get references and try to "worm your way" back into the field.

I am in kind of the same boat as you, only I am in a different state now (Oregon). I have professional references, but they are old. My last two principals were terrible, but I h...See More

Nov 18, 2013

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Phil On 11/18/13, anon wrote: > It would appear you would probably have to "start all over" > again and substitute teach in order to get references and try > to "worm your way" back into the field. > > I am in kind of the same boat as you, only I am in a different > state now (Oregon). I have professional references, but > they are ...See More

Nov 20, 2013

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Tch job in Clearwater..8hr day for $20K a year

by Ingrid

Nov 20, 2013

This job advertised on Craig's List Tampa under education. They a list of rigid requirements for a certified teacher who earns minimum wage. They have multiple openings at this time of year well after the beginning of the year. $20,000 or minimum wage is an insult but typical of private schools in Florida. Why should ANYONE invest $50,000+ in a col...See More

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JACK On 12/03/13, T French wrote: > On 12/02/13, Jason wrote: >> On 12/02/13, T french wrote: >>> On 11/20/13, Ingrid wrote: >>>> This job advertised on Craig's List Tampa under education. >>>> They a list of rigid requirements for a certified teacher >>>> who earns minimum wage. They have multiple o...See More

Dec 3, 2013

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anon Actually lots of legitimate schools and school districts DO advertise for positions on Craigslist. In my state, our ESDs and small districts will advertise for teaching and other positions.

What is sad about the 20K deal is this school is probably FLOODED with applications and resumes. Even if the economy overall was good, many people wou...See MoreActually lots of legitimate schools and school districts DO advertise for positions on Craigslist. In my state, our ESDs and small districts will advertise for teaching and other positions.

What is sad about the 20K deal is this school is probably FLOODED with applications and resumes. Even if the economy overall was good, many people would apply for these jobs just to get the "experience" and then move on to regular school districts.

On 12/03/13, T French wrote: > On 12/02/13, Jason wrote: >> On 12/02/13, T french wrote: >>> On 11/20/13, Ingrid wrote: >>>> This job advertised on Craig's List Tampa under education. >>>> They a list of rigid requirements for a certified teacher >>>> who earns minimum wage. They have multiple openings at this >>>> time of year well after the beginning of the year. $20,000 >>>> or minimum wage is an insult but typical of private schools >>>> in Florida. Why should ANYONE invest $50,000+ in a college >>>> education to earn $20,000???? Clearly the think they can >>>> find some suckers who will apply for these jobs. This is >>>> the time for teachers to go into nursing or something else. >>> >>> Church of scientology! >> >> The big Scientology Center In Clearwater is just ten min away and >> they have hundreds of twenty somethings working there. If its >> Scientology why would they not staff the school from that pool of >> people???? > > Several things in play here for the Church of Scientology. First > general recruitment into the religion (cult). They do want educated > trained people to further the teachings of L Ron Hubbard. Next they > need certified teachers to meet state and federal regulations. What > makes you think the COS has an overabundance of teachers available? > Also what legitimate school advertises on craig's list? They > advertise through the State Department of Education etc. Do reserch > on this group and you will see that once "hired" they go through > marathon training into the 'teachings' of L Ron so that new members > will 'fit in'. The "training" center used to be across from the old > hotel which is now the Headquarters building downtown clearwater. > Warning: don't even think of applying there.

Dec 4, 2013

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