Relocating to Hawaii in December(?)
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Feb 24, 2005
There is a reason there is a shortage in Hawaii. Have you
noticed like no teachers in Hawaii respond to this site -
Because they don't have the time! - They're teaching
(secondary) 6 subjects plus a citizenship class, no prep
period, no classroom assistants, and working a second job
just to make the bills. Other reasons: -We have ONE school
district for the entire state, however each school is on a
different calendar. -We have a very influential union that
everyone belongs to - like mandatory. And they do not
always represent the wishes of their members. -The cost of
living is higher than any other states, yes CA included.
("Paradise ain't cheap") -Out of state teachers usually
leave after 2 years due to financial strains. -The hiring
process is major bureaucracy - and do I dare say
discrimination? -The paperwork loaded on teachers is
outrages, nothing to do w/teaching, just support for DOE.
However there a...See More
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yah
there's way too many PRAXIS exams required
and teachers seem underpaid for sure
starting in 37k is kinda low
when compared to the cost of living
and taking 3 praxis exams + the basic skills test
that's like one too many
probably why not enough teachers apply
but stil living in hawaii...See More