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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, 2017

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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, 2017

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Initial license expired

by Shannon

Feb 16, 2017

Hi, I had an initial Early Childhood (PreK-2) license that was issued in 2010. I never taught, as I had some very unfortunate family situations occur. I wanted to get back to teaching this year but my license has expired. I read the DOE website but it didn't really answer my questions. Will I have trouble getting reissued? I'm assuming that I will ...See More

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Experienced MTEL Tutor

by Tracey Love

Feb 22, 2011

Hi my name is Tracey. I am an experienced MTEL tutor. I tutor for the Communication and Literacy Skills, Foundations of Reading, General Curriculum, English, and ESL tests.

Included in my service I give an outline of important points to study, handouts with key information, and I give test taking strategies. I use our time going over the ...See More

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Pmat On 5/09/16, Debbie Jean Jacques wrote: > On 2/22/11, Tracey Love wrote: >> Hi my name is Tracey. I am an experienced MTEL tutor. > I >> tutor for the Communication and Literacy Skills, >> Foundations of Reading, General Curriculum, English, > and >> ESL tests. >> >> Included in my service I give an outli...See More

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Yahaira D. On 1/23/17, Pmat wrote: > On 5/09/16, Debbie Jean Jacques wrote: >> On 2/22/11, Tracey Love wrote: >>> Hi my name is Tracey. I am an experienced MTEL tutor. >> I >>> tutor for the Communication and Literacy Skills, >>> Foundations of Reading, General Curriculum, English, >> and >>> ESL tests....See More

Feb 1, 2017

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MTEL Anxiety!!!

by Pmat

Jan 12, 2017

Hi there... I am planning to give my MTELS in March and am really not sure how to start with studying and from where to begin?? Are the study guides and practice tests simply enough to crack the test? Please help me...those of you who cleared it!! and those who dint too!!( by way of your experience) I am sooo soo frightened by the overwhelming comm...See More

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Yahaira D. On 1/12/17, Pmat wrote: > Hi there... I am planning to give my MTELS in March and > am really not sure how to start with studying and from > where to begin?? Are the study guides and practice tests > simply enough to crack the test? > Please help me...those of you who cleared it!! and those > who dint too!!( by way of your experie...See More

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MTEL - History 5-8

by Lyn

Jun 28, 2016

Hi, I am looking for help on how to study for the MTEL History for 5-8. Anyone have any suggestions, study guides, books, or workshops that they know of? Thanks!

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Tim On 6/28/16, Lyn wrote: > Hi, > I am looking for help on how to study for the MTEL History > for 5-8. Anyone have any suggestions, study guides, books, > or workshops that they know of? > Thanks!

Hi Lyn, Did you have any luck finding information on this Exam? Thanks.

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jasped Go to each state's certification for teacher's website. All have sample questions. Review the questions. I used this method for studying for MTEL history and had graduated with degree in history decades ago.Much to my shock passed the tests on first try. Best study guides you will find. n 1/06/17, Tim wrote: > On 6/28/16, Lyn wrote: >> Hi,...See More

Jan 24, 2017

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License Renewal

by Kristen

Jan 15, 2017

Hi! I need to renew my PK-9 Moderate Disabilities Professional License, but I have been at stay at home mom for the last 2 years. Therefore, I do not have a supervisor... does anyone know how to go about renewing without a current job?? Thank you!

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