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Interview Question

by Alcindor

Jan 7, 2015

If I try to seek re-employment from one of the districts I used to teach for, do I disclose that I am taking medication for manic-depression that I was not taking during my previous tenure with them?

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sped They should never ask any questions regarding medical conditions in an interview.

Honestly, if you've been released by a district, it is extremely rare that they would give you another try, but I guess it is possible in some high need districts and/or with some difficult to staff positions.

That said: you probably shouldn't addr...See More

Jan 7, 2015

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Anyone familiar with "Dr" Terrence Carter

by ...the guy with a fake doctorate?

Jul 19, 2014

Does anyone reading have direct knowledge of this man, now the center of controversy in Connecticut because of his fake credentials?

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Q On 7/19/14, ...the guy with a fake doctorate? wrote: > Does anyone reading have direct knowledge of this man, now > the center of controversy in Connecticut because of his fake > credentials? > > [link removed]

Yup. He was a menace while principal at Clara Barton. He was verbally abusive to his staff, but always quick to put...See More

Jan 7, 2015

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Moving to illinois

by Victor

Dec 28, 2014

Hello all, I am moving back to Illinois from Florida, where I am currently certified in social science 6-12. Can anyone point me in the right direction in getting certified in Illinois and finding a job? Is it tough to find a job in the Chicago and surrounding suburbs area?

Any help would be appreciated. Thank you

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L Jones On 12/29/14, Try Chicago Public Schools see the website for the process. wrote: > On 12/28/14, Victor wrote: >> Hello all, I am moving back to Illinois from Florida, >> where I am currently certified in social science 6-12. >> Can anyone point me in the right direction in getting >> certified in Illinois and finding a job...See More

Jan 2, 2015

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sped You say you're moving back to Illinois. Have you been certified in Illinois? Has it lapsed? Did you never have IL certification?

Illinois has a number of new requirements that I've heard are very time consuming for out-of-staters. If you've never been certified in Illinois, be prepared to take tests and even classes to get your certificati...See MoreYou say you're moving back to Illinois. Have you been certified in Illinois? Has it lapsed? Did you never have IL certification?

Illinois has a number of new requirements that I've heard are very time consuming for out-of-staters. If you've never been certified in Illinois, be prepared to take tests and even classes to get your certification.

Beyond that, to be honest, if you're only certified in social science, you should NOT plan on getting a job teaching in Illinois. It is almost impossible for social studies teachers to find a job. For every opening, there are literally hundreds of applicants. Most people who get hired in social studies have spent years subbing or working as an aid, kissing butt and making connections to get the job. I haven't seen a person get a job in social science without some sort of connections in my district.... ever. And, I've been there over a decade. Any new social studies hire is always someone's relative or a former sub, coach, or aid who made connections.

If you need a job, and expect that job to be in teaching, you should NOT move to the Chicago area. There are many people who get social science certifications but never get teaching jobs... even in private/catholic schools. It is that glutted. It is much the same for English, elementary ed, PE, and art.

If you speak Spanish and/or can teach special ed, you might have a good chance of finding a job. If you get certified in Math or some of the harder sciences like Chem or Physics, you MIGHT get a job... but even STEM isn't a sure-thing in Illinois.

Honestly, if you want to continue your career in teaching, you're moving the wrong way.

On 12/28/14, Victor wrote: > Hello all, I am moving back to Illinois from Florida, > where I am currently certified in social science 6-12. > Can anyone point me in the right direction in getting > certified in Illinois and finding a job? Is it tough to > find a job in the Chicago and surrounding suburbs area? > > Any help would be appreciated. Thank you

Jan 3, 2015

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Timetable For Endorsement Evaluations

by George Jackson

Dec 21, 2014

I've submitted an application for a new endorsement to the ISBE and I am wondering what kind of timetable to expect. It seems that things used to go fairly quickly, but I am not sure that is true anymore.

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sped I haven't applied for anything new from ISBE in a while, but a couple of new teachers who came from out of state reported that it took forever for them to get their licenses... several months. Of course, that is an entire license and not an endorsement, but I would expect a long wait. Cutbacks...

On 12/21/14, George Jackson wrote: > I'...See More

Dec 27, 2014

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Race: Are We So Different? Illinois Holocaust Museum, Ed Ctr

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Nov 25, 2014

Developed by the American Anthropological Association in collaboration with the Science Museum of Minnesota, this is the first national exhibition to tell the stories of race from the biological, cultural, and historical points of view.

Click below for information about dates and features of the Illinois event.

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Literacy across the curriculum - what it looks like

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Nov 24, 2014

Literacy across the curriculum: Why is it so important? What does it mean for instruction? And what does it look like?

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gym teacher students academic records

by Trisha

yesterday, 2014

What are the Il. state requirements-7th grade- on how a gym teacher records grades? In the syllabus, it states 70&37; participation/ 30&37; on physical fitness, such as running.How must one record participation, weekly, monthly? My son is an A B student and now he dropped from an A- to a C- in gym. I even asked if he participated less in cl...See More

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This week's writing prompts by Jim Wayne

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Nov 16, 2014

Here are the coming week's writing prompts and discussion starters. Consider using them to add interest and information to newsletters and morning announcements.

Join us in giving thanks to Jim Wayne for this gift to educators everywhere!

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Overseas Recruiting Fair. Registration deadline Jan. 9, 2015

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Nov 6, 2014

More than 120 American international K-12 schools will be represented. Click below to read more about it in Teachers.Net Gazette.

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The parent-teacher conference tips you've been missing

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Oct 19, 2014

Who knows better than teachers what measures and practices offer the best chances for a comfortable and effective parent conference?

Pay particular attention to #5.

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