Massachusetts Teachers Chatboard

I am looking to reach Tracey Love for tutoring.

by Alison

May 17

Hi Tracey, I cannot pass the Foundations of reading test and need help. I am wondering if you can email me so we can discuss tutoring. I need to pass this test! Any help?

Please email me at [email removed].

Thank you!

Mindy Hey did tracey ever respond?

Sep 4

Communication and Literacy MTEL tutor

by Cait

Jul 9

Hi I am in desperate need for an tutor for communication and literacy reading MTEL. I have tried it all and I really need some help, I should also mention I am dyslexic. So reading and answering multiple choice questions are not what I am great at. I am on the North Shore, and really looking for some help. Please reach out.

Mindy check out goh academy

Sep 4

Self Contained Classroom First Year

by srobertson1104

Jun 29

Hi Everyone,

I am a new special education teacher. I have worked in classrooms as a paraprofessional and an aid but never as the role of the teacher. For my first year of teaching, I accepted a position teaching a self contained classroom for older (middle school/early high school) students. I am wondering what to do for the first day of s...See More

How is the morale of teaching in MA

by Sue

Jun 10

Considering a move to MA. How happy are teachers in this state? How's the morale?

MTEL MATH PREP HELP

by jimcole

May 14

Is there anyone out there who would like to help each other prepare for the math subset of the 02, 03 or 53 exams.

I'm in the "Andovers" LOL

TIA

middle school math MTEL tutor needed

by Lauren

Jan 12, 2016

I need a tutor to help me prepare for the middle school math MTEL. I need someone to help me review concepts and practice problems, as well as have knowledge about the type of questions asked on the MTEL. I live on the North Shore and am willing to drive to meet (library, coffee shop, etc.). Thank you!

Dawn On 1/12/16, Lauren wrote: > I need a tutor to help me prepare for the middle school > math MTEL. I need someone to help me review concepts and > practice problems, as well as have knowledge about the > type of questions asked on the MTEL. I live on the North > Shore and am willing to drive to meet (library, coffee > shop, etc.). &...See More

May 9

MTEL Early Childhood

by Amy

Apr 2

I am looking for a Early Childhood MTEL tutor!! ASAP!!

gina me too!!!!

On 4/02/17, Amy wrote: > I am looking for a Early Childhood MTEL tutor!! ASAP!!

Apr 28

Hello: I'm trying to change careers and honestly I am so overwhelmed by all the information on how to become a teacher that is out there. They have links to links to links.

I have a couple of questions. I am looking to become a math teacher for adult education.

What are the steps I need in order to move forward with this?
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MTEL and licensing

by Andy

Mar 29

Licensed for NH, but.... suggestions?

by Lepp

Dec 15, 2016

Hi,

So I am currently unemployed and seeking out para jobs in NH because that's all I can seem to get callbacks for despite my excellent references. I worked as a para for two years, substituted in my district, and was a long term sub for 6 months up until the end of the school last year. No matter what I do I can't get any permanent teach...See More

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9 year? You are certified in special ed and math and you've been an assistant for 9 years? I honestly don't know much about NH since this is the Mass board, but it seems to me that you weren't trying that hard to get a job. My guess is you wanted to stay in a very small area or maybe only one district.

Nine-freaking-years and you're a certified s...See MoreYou are certified in special ed and math and you've been an assistant for 9 years? I honestly don't know much about NH since this is the Mass board, but it seems to me that you weren't trying that hard to get a job. My guess is you wanted to stay in a very small area or maybe only one district.

Nine-freaking-years and you're a certified sped teacher? No disrespect, but most people can't afford to live on a TA's salary, nor do they want to take 9 years to get a job.

If you went to Mass with those credentials, you would get a job a lot quicker than 9 years. I may not be the best job, but you could get one. My guess is that there is a need for a math/sped teacher somewhere in NH too.

To the OP: You may want to look into Mass or other nearby states. The thing about New England is that our states are kind of like counties in other parts of the country. If you lived in California, you could drive five hours in any direction and not leave the state, but in New England, there is another state an hour or so away and in some places, several states. I would advise you to expand your horizons as much as possible to get a job. You're elementary ed, so that is a problem. There are a lot of elem ed teachers out there. If you spoke Spanish or could teach sped, that would help...

Be willing to move. Like I said, in New England, you can move an hour from home and be in another state. In many parts of the country, no one blinks an eye about an 80 mile move. It's really just moving from one side of town to another. Also consider further afield. California and Nevada supposedly have teacher shortages.

On 2/18/17, rr wrote: > > Hi, > I think its not your qualifications that is not allowing you > to get a teaching job.... > Its the system unfortunately. Your best bet is to get into a > school where you work as a TA and try to prove yourself by > going over and beyond. As you are bringing experience and the > petty cash, you will be noticed by employers and get a > Teacher's job. > I am saying this because I am in the same boat as you. > I have my masers degree in special ed. And certified inMiddle > school math, and Nh. Now trying to get certified in high > school math as well. I have been working as TA for 9 yrs. > > Don't loose hope. Try job search engines like indeed.com > Probably you need your portfolio redone. And your resume more > attractive. > > I understand your pain as I am like you. But I know there > will be the right job for me in Sept of 2017! > > Message me if you need extra support! > > rr > > > > > > > > On 2/01/17, Yahaira D. wrote: >> On 12/15/16, Lepp wrote: >>> Hi, >>> >>> So I am currently unemployed and seeking out para jobs in >>> NH because that's all I can seem to get callbacks for >>> despite my excellent references. I worked as a para for >>> two years, substituted in my district, and was a long >>> term sub for 6 months up until the end of the school last >>> year. No matter what I do I can't get any permanent >>> teaching jobs! I keep having to take lesser quality >>> jobs/pay and I can barely afford to live! Let alone pay >>> back my student loans! >>> >>> I am certified in the state of NH and already have my M. >>> Ed in Elementary Education. My family keeps telling me to >>> get licensed in MA since they supposedly REQUIRE a >>> master's degree. NH does not require this and I feel that >>> since a M.Ed puts you in a higher wage bracket, I get >>> passed over so they don't have to pay me more money. >>> >>> I'm not sure what road to go down for licensure in MA. As >>> I mentioned,I already have a masters in Ed. >>> >>> Does anyone who knows the MA system have any suggestions >>> for which route would be the best option for me? I'm >>> desperate! Thanks! >> >> >>

Feb 19

Massesl So you are just elementary certified in NH? Since you did a state approved licensure program in it (through your MA?), that will qualify you for mass certification. However, you will also need to take the MTEL (mass teacher tests). The elementary ed market in Mass is very tight, and many work a couple years in a district as an aide first. If you ca...See MoreSo you are just elementary certified in NH? Since you did a state approved licensure program in it (through your MA?), that will qualify you for mass certification. However, you will also need to take the MTEL (mass teacher tests). The elementary ed market in Mass is very tight, and many work a couple years in a district as an aide first. If you can get certification for Sped or esl that woukd be a plus. Also, if you are going to work in a district with a lot of ELLs (most of eastern mass, and also the springfield- Northampton areas), you will need to have your SEI endorsement (provided through department of ed contractors or you can pass a test in it).

On 2/18/17, rr wrote: > > Hi, > I think its not your qualifications that is not allowing you > to get a teaching job.... > Its the system unfortunately. Your best bet is to get into a > school where you work as a TA and try to prove yourself by > going over and beyond. As you are bringing experience and the > petty cash, you will be noticed by employers and get a > Teacher's job. > I am saying this because I am in the same boat as you. > I have my masers degree in special ed. And certified inMiddle > school math, and Nh. Now trying to get certified in high > school math as well. I have been working as TA for 9 yrs. > > Don't loose hope. Try job search engines like indeed.com > Probably you need your portfolio redone. And your resume more > attractive. > > I understand your pain as I am like you. But I know there > will be the right job for me in Sept of 2017! > > Message me if you need extra support! > > rr > > > > > > > > On 2/01/17, Yahaira D. wrote: >> On 12/15/16, Lepp wrote: >>> Hi, >>> >>> So I am currently unemployed and seeking out para jobs in >>> NH because that's all I can seem to get callbacks for >>> despite my excellent references. I worked as a para for >>> two years, substituted in my district, and was a long >>> term sub for 6 months up until the end of the school last >>> year. No matter what I do I can't get any permanent >>> teaching jobs! I keep having to take lesser quality >>> jobs/pay and I can barely afford to live! Let alone pay >>> back my student loans! >>> >>> I am certified in the state of NH and already have my M. >>> Ed in Elementary Education. My family keeps telling me to >>> get licensed in MA since they supposedly REQUIRE a >>> master's degree. NH does not require this and I feel that >>> since a M.Ed puts you in a higher wage bracket, I get >>> passed over so they don't have to pay me more money. >>> >>> I'm not sure what road to go down for licensure in MA. As >>> I mentioned,I already have a masters in Ed. >>> >>> Does anyone who knows the MA system have any suggestions >>> for which route would be the best option for me? I'm >>> desperate! Thanks! >> >> >>

Mar 17