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GACE

by BP

Mar 17, 2013

Has anyone taken the GACE and asked for a rescore? If so what was the results?

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TAPP May be for You

by Edith

Mar 17, 2013

TAPP is working for me. I will finish June 2013. I already had an MBA and only planned on spending enough time (10 years) in education to retire as this is my second career. I didn't want to spend time, money or effort on a doctorate. If I was younger and was going to be in the system longer than 10 years, I would suggest a traditional route. The c...See More

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propsectiveTeacher Thanks for sharing.

Does TAPP put you in the classroom immediately? I'm considering it and hoping there's student teaching or something to start

Jun 12, 2013

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Former Teacher Under the TAPP program, you will have your own classroom while attending seminars, working on journal entries, and completing your portfolio. TAPP is a learn while you work program, which was created during a time where there were more teaching positions than teachers.

A benefit of TAPP is that you're earning a salary (minus the TAPP tuit...See MoreUnder the TAPP program, you will have your own classroom while attending seminars, working on journal entries, and completing your portfolio. TAPP is a learn while you work program, which was created during a time where there were more teaching positions than teachers.

A benefit of TAPP is that you're earning a salary (minus the TAPP tuition fee) and years towards teacher retirement. As a TAPP Teacher, you will have a mentor who will help you in your first few years as a teacher. Those who become teachers through the traditional route are not guaranteed a mentor.

A major drawback of the TAPP program is that the seminars do not adequately prepare you to teach in the classroom. As a result, many districts are not considering uncertified teachers (even as a last resort) for TAPP. There are many success stories in the TAPP program (mainly older adults who have children and have a strong foundation in discipline), but a lot of TAPP teachers leave the profession for various reasons.

If you are a strong disciplinarian who loves kids, then TAPP is a viable alternative to the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree. Before you can start TAPP, you must be hired by a school system, and the principal must recommend you to the program.

If you have not passed the GACE Tests in your subject matter, I strongly recommend you take and pass them prior to applying for a position. One of the main reasons TAPP teachers don't complete the program is due to not being able to pass the GACE; thus, principals looking for long term teachers are very hesitant of hiring anyone who hasn't passed the GACE prior to the application process.

If you choose to go the TAPP route, be aware that many districts won't consider you for a teaching position regardless of whether you earn your clear renewable certificate, so keep this fact in mind if you end up looking for a teaching job elsewhere. Principals and central office staff have ways to determine how you became certified, and TAPP teachers tend to have less clout in the profession.

Good luck.

--Former Teeacher

On 6/12/13, propsectiveTeacher wrote: > Thanks for sharing. > > Does TAPP put you in the classroom immediately? I'm > considering it and hoping there's student teaching or > something to start

Jun 12, 2013

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TKES........I just retired, but........

by Ralph Kramden

Mar 28, 2013

How is the new evaluation system working out?

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Unsatisfactory rating question

by Chris

Mar 31, 2013

What happens to a teacher in Georgia if they get unsatisfactory ratings two years in a row? Is there an appeals process?

Could it be the county if they got good reviews in one and bad in another?

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anon Corrected.

On 4/10/13, anon wrote: > If you are denied issuance of a license, it has the same effect > as a suspension or a revocation, and in fact, it has the same > effect as a revocation, as you are NOT allowed to teach in the > state. > > Furthermore, since teacher applications are going to ask if you > had a lice...See MoreCorrected.

On 4/10/13, anon wrote: > If you are denied issuance of a license, it has the same effect > as a suspension or a revocation, and in fact, it has the same > effect as a revocation, as you are NOT allowed to teach in the > state. > > Furthermore, since teacher applications are going to ask if you > had a license suspended or revoked, you will never get another > teaching job in a public school anywhere in the country. > > I cannot believe that any state would steal a teacher's license > on the whim of a principal. Why did teachers there even allow > for this garbage? > > BTW, the same semantic game is often used with > termination/firing and non-renewal as in being denied a > continuing contract (wrongly called "tenure"). The fact is in > both cases you are fired from your job; you just don't have the > right to a kangaroo hearing or can negotiated a resignation in > lieu of a dismissal if you are non-renewed.

> But they are still firings. > > > On 4/10/13, anon wrote: >> If you are denied a renewal, it is the same thing as having >> your license revoked. >> >> You are DENIED the right to teach in that state, and it >> will destroy your chances of getting another license in >> another state. >> >> >> On 4/10/13, Former Teacher wrote: >>> Not trying to "split hairs," but the case I >>> described would not be considered >>> a license suspension or revocation. The teacher would >>> simply have an expired certificate that can no longer >>> be renewed. I don't know if that would prevent the >>> teacher from getting certified in another state, >>> though. I know a true license suspension or revocation >>> would prevent teachers from getting licensed in most >>> states. >>> >>> --Former Teacher >>> >>> On 4/01/13, anon wrote: >>>> On 4/01/13, Hippety wrote: >>>>> This IS insane, Anon. Does anyone know if other >>>>> states do this? >>>> >>>> Not out in my neck of the woods, Oregon, or my former >>>> state of Nevada. >>>> >>>> I think Florida has some variation of this. It is the >>>> most insane proposal I have EVER come across. >>>> >>>> License suspensions or revocations should be reserved >>>> for the most serious cases of misconduct, not for >>>> some principal who wants to destroy a teacher's >>>> career because he or she doesn't like the teacher.

Apr 10, 2013

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anon Is the record of an unsatisfactory evaluation available to administrators in other state or national districts? If so, is there a time limitation?

Jun 16, 2014

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Private Schools in Gwinnett County

by Samantha P.

Apr 2, 2013

Does anyone know of any of the best private schools in Gwinnett County or Atlanta area? Please tell me which ones and your experience with the schools. Thank you!

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GA Sped It depends on who you talk to, of course, but as a rare Atlanta native, I can tell you the most respected private schools are in Atlanta. The best is arguably considered to be Westminster. I have a relative who has worked there for years, and their standards are high. Also good are Lovett and Pace. Some would put Woodward on the list. All of those ...See More

Apr 9, 2013

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is teaching in Georgia promising?

by jessi

Apr 4, 2013

I am thinking about pursuing a M.A.T degree from Mercer U in Atlanta/Chamblee. This would be my second Masters since my first is not SACCS accredited or regionally accredited. I am also changing careers from the corporate business world to that of education. It is is really rough in this field. I feel l am too much of a free spirit to continue to b...See More

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Certification Suspended

by SadTeacher

Apr 10, 2013

What happens after your certification is suspended for a time? Do you ever really recover, move on, and find another teaching position?

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anon On 4/10/13, SadTeacher wrote: > What happens after your certification is suspended for a > time? Do you ever really recover, move on, and find another > teaching position?

I really don't know. Almost all state licensing boards will ask when you apply for teaching licenses if you have ever had a license suspended or revoked and you...See More

Apr 10, 2013

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Sad Teacher Were you able to file unemployment? On 4/10/13, anon wrote: > On 4/10/13, SadTeacher wrote: >> What happens after your certification is suspended for a >> time? Do you ever really recover, move on, and find another >> teaching position? > > > I really don't know. Almost all state licensing boards will > ask when you...See More

Apr 16, 2013

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Interview

by Wondering

Apr 11, 2013

I had a meeting at a school before openings were posted and everything went great. Jobs were posted and was contacted with a choice of times to interview. I chose one of the times and then told to wait until after break. When I heard from her again it was less than 24 hours notice and during the middle of the day. I told her I would be unable to co...See More

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TanInschool On 4/11/13, Wondering wrote: > I had a meeting at a school before openings were posted and > everything went great. Jobs were posted and was contacted > with a choice of times to interview. I chose one of the > times and then told to wait until after break. When I heard > from her again it was less than 24 hours notice and during >...See More

Apr 30, 2013

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teachermom Are you kidding? What world do you live in? Are you looking to get a new, satisfying teaching position or trying to place blame?

Lets see. You need a job. The administrator(s) speak w you BEFORE job was posted, you knew you were going for the interview and were aghast when given 24 hours notice. Did you needed a week? A month? Lets live i...See MoreAre you kidding? What world do you live in? Are you looking to get a new, satisfying teaching position or trying to place blame?

Lets see. You need a job. The administrator(s) speak w you BEFORE job was posted, you knew you were going for the interview and were aghast when given 24 hours notice. Did you needed a week? A month? Lets live in real world.

There is recession going on and a teacher glut. Unless you are AP Calculus, AP Physics or highly selective field, there are atleast 10 teachers for each job posted. The administrator need to interview with panel during school time as she does not have monies to pay for after hour. Oh! I think she also may have family who need her?

You need job? Go to interview at momnent's notice. You were professionally dressed, prepared and had credentials ready, or not?

Keep an open attitude. And go teach.

On 4/30/13, TanInschool wrote: > On 4/11/13, Wondering wrote: >> I had a meeting at a school before openings were posted and >> everything went great. Jobs were posted and was contacted >> with a choice of times to interview. I chose one of the >> times and then told to wait until after break. When I heard >> from her again it was less than 24 hours notice and during >> the middle of the day. I told her I would be unable to come >> because of school and I did not feel it was ethical to ask >> for time off to interview in another system. In the mean >> time, we were told by a board member, that pressure was >> being put on Superintendent by prominent families. I feel >> that I was offered an interview at a time that I could not >> attend to satisfy, "we offered her an interview and she did >> not come." I just want the opportunity to interview and >> feel my experience, degree, and references will speak for >> themselves. What do I do? > > Since when do interviews become convenient for the applicant? > If I knew a day in advance that I have an interview I would > take the whole day off, or put in for a part time substitute. > If I was an administrator I would conduct my interviews during > regular school hours not after school. If you really want the > job you do what you have to do.

May 3, 2013

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Reading endorsement

by Sally K.

Apr 24, 2013

Does anyone know how or where I can get a state approved reading endorsement added to my certificate? Would this be enough to qualify me to be a reading specialist or reading teacher at an elementary school? Is the endorsement worth it? Thanks!

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cutaway I would have taken half a personal day and interviewed. Give the reason as personal business

May 2, 2013

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