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Early Childhood MTEL

by Heath

Sep 7, 2012

Is there any prep courses that will help me pass this ECH MTEL? This is the last test I need to take in order to finish my grad program. Any advice or study tips would be great! Thanks

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larie On 9/07/12, Heath wrote: > Is there any prep courses that will help me pass this ECH > MTEL? This is the last test I need to take in order to > finish my grad program. Any advice or study tips would be > great! Thanks

Did you ever take the EC Mtel ?

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Private schools

by Arthur

Sep 11, 2012

I was wondering if anyone here could offer me their insight on private schools this state? I have been considering a move to teaching in a private school, but I confess I know few people who have taught at private schools. Do they tend to hire around the same time as public schools? Are teaching positions just as competitive and sought after? Any i...See More

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Sub positions?

by Alex Nunes

Sep 18, 2012

Having trouble finding substitute teaching positions in southern MA. Just looking to get some experience while I finish my last semester. I have passed Comm & Lit and Math(09) MTELs but cant even get an interview. Anyone know of any schools looking for subs in southeastern MA? thanks.

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When is a person too old to be hired as a new teacher?

by Reed

Oct 12, 2012

I am finishing up grad school, and if everything goes well, will have Masters degree with focus in moderate level disabilities (as well as a teachers licence) within the year. Here is my concern- I'm a 44 year old male- will my age and my gender go against me in procuring a special ed job? Most teachers in that field are almost half my age and fema...See More

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olderteacher I agree with Other Options. We absolutely need more positive male role models in the elementary grades, and especially for our special needs and low-income kids. Some good news. My principal recently hired a new Reading Teacher. She is 52 years old and newly certified. In this case, no men applied for the position.

On 10/21/12, Other Optio...See MoreI agree with Other Options. We absolutely need more positive male role models in the elementary grades, and especially for our special needs and low-income kids. Some good news. My principal recently hired a new Reading Teacher. She is 52 years old and newly certified. In this case, no men applied for the position.

On 10/21/12, Other Options wrote: > > I would say that if you have confidence in yourself as a career changer, > know your strengths, then go for it. In my opinion, many school districts > would welcome a male role model in a class for students with moderate > disabilities. It would not hurt to have at least one class in behavior > management since so many kids of all labels have the psychological or > mental health aspects to deal with, too. A final word would be for any man > or woman in early 40s that if you have a several months ahead before you > apply, take time to get yourself into good physical shape,too. The > healthier you appear can only help as opposed to middle-aged creep or > sprawl. Also, do not hesitate to weave in what you might bring to your job > just from life experience and/or previous career choice. For one thing > students AND their families need educators who are grounded in realism and > can help the families and students make sensible choices regarding > education and vocational options. Encourage all to stay through age 21 > because there is so little out there now in adult services.... > > > > > > > > > > > > > n 10/14/12, anon wrote: >> It isn't "sour grapes." Know of what you speak before hitting the >> keyboard. >> >> Not everybody is like you. And yes, age discrimination is rampant in >> education. >> >> Wait until it happens to you once you are deemed too old or "too >> expensive" and have your career stolen from you. >> >> Read Diane Ravitch's blog, newspapers, and other sources to understand >> what is happening. Education is not at all like it was when you were >> starting out. >> >> If there are openings in special education, and there aren't that many >> anymore, it's because they are typically the worst jobs in a school >> district. There is a reason for that, and it has to do with the >> monstrous paperwork involved, not to mention the constant threat of >> legal action by parents. >> >> >> On 10/14/12, olderteacher wrote: >>> Reed, take the previous posts as sour grapes. It certainly is not >>> like that everywhere. I teach in a city north of Boston and we most >>> definitely do not give preference to young or female applicants. >>> Our special education teachers are hired centrally, not by the >>> principals. My school has several teachers, men and women, who are >>> second career teachers, hired in their 40s and one in his 50's. We >>> need more male teachers at all grade levels to provide positive role >>> models for our students. Good luck! Apply early and everywhere. I >>> guarantee you will get a sped job. We were hiring right up until >>> the first day of school. >>> >>> >>> >>> On 10/14/12, Only young bimbos need apply wrote: >>>> On 10/13/12, anon wrote: >>>>> On 10/12/12, Reed wrote: >>>>>> I am finishing up grad school, and if everything goes well, >>>>>> will have Masters degree with focus in moderate level >>>>>> disabilities (as well as a teachers licence) within the >>>>>> year. >>>>>> Here is my concern- I'm a 44 year old male- will my age and >>>>>> my gender go against me in procuring a special ed job? Most >>>>>> teachers in that field are almost half my age and female. >>>>>> Thanks >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> To be honest, you never should have gone into education in the >>>>> first place, not even special ed. Principals tend to like >>>>> young bimbos not just because they are cheaper than >>>>> experienced teachers, but they are also less likely to ask >>>>> those rude questions that challenge the principals' >>>>> "authority." >>>> >>>> This is so true. Principals like the stupid greenhorns who are >>>> too stupid to see clearly what is going on around them and who >>>> will do exactly what they are told. >>>> >>>> You picked the wrong field. >>>> >>>>> >>>>> Age discrimination is rampant in the education field, >>>>> especially if you are over 50 years of age. >>>> >>>> Yep. >>>> >>>>> >>>>> If you are smart, avoid teaching in public ed. >>>> >>>> Yep. Come back in a couple of years and let us know how things >>>> worked out.

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jabise Now -- please don't be negative. I got a job as a special ed teacher and I was in my fifties. I was a career-changer. Of course I was in a field that had lots of shortages and burnouts. I am now 62, lost my teaching position after 5 years and thought I would never get hired again. I had several job offers over the summer. I am at a new school that ...See MoreNow -- please don't be negative. I got a job as a special ed teacher and I was in my fifties. I was a career-changer. Of course I was in a field that had lots of shortages and burnouts. I am now 62, lost my teaching position after 5 years and thought I would never get hired again. I had several job offers over the summer. I am at a new school that is considered one of the best public schools in my state and have been told by several administrators that I am the best teacher they have had in years. Also many districts are looking for male teachers also to teach to the moderate disability population. These children do not often have positive male role models in their life. I say go for it and do not listen to the naysayers. I had so many people who told me I could never get a job at my age. I proved them wrong.

On 10/21/12, Other Options wrote: > > I would say that if you have confidence in yourself as a career changer, > know your strengths, then go for it. In my opinion, many school districts > would welcome a male role model in a class for students with moderate > disabilities. It would not hurt to have at least one class in behavior > management since so many kids of all labels have the psychological or > mental health aspects to deal with, too. A final word would be for any man > or woman in early 40s that if you have a several months ahead before you > apply, take time to get yourself into good physical shape,too. The > healthier you appear can only help as opposed to middle-aged creep or > sprawl. Also, do not hesitate to weave in what you might bring to your job > just from life experience and/or previous career choice. For one thing > students AND their families need educators who are grounded in realism and > can help the families and students make sensible choices regarding > education and vocational options. Encourage all to stay through age 21 > because there is so little out there now in adult services.... > > > > > > > > > > > > > n 10/14/12, anon wrote: >> It isn't "sour grapes." Know of what you speak before hitting the >> keyboard. >> >> Not everybody is like you. And yes, age discrimination is rampant in >> education. >> >> Wait until it happens to you once you are deemed too old or "too >> expensive" and have your career stolen from you. >> >> Read Diane Ravitch's blog, newspapers, and other sources to understand >> what is happening. Education is not at all like it was when you were >> starting out. >> >> If there are openings in special education, and there aren't that many >> anymore, it's because they are typically the worst jobs in a school >> district. There is a reason for that, and it has to do with the >> monstrous paperwork involved, not to mention the constant threat of >> legal action by parents. >> >> >> On 10/14/12, olderteacher wrote: >>> Reed, take the previous posts as sour grapes. It certainly is not >>> like that everywhere. I teach in a city north of Boston and we most >>> definitely do not give preference to young or female applicants. >>> Our special education teachers are hired centrally, not by the >>> principals. My school has several teachers, men and women, who are >>> second career teachers, hired in their 40s and one in his 50's. We >>> need more male teachers at all grade levels to provide positive role >>> models for our students. Good luck! Apply early and everywhere. I >>> guarantee you will get a sped job. We were hiring right up until >>> the first day of school. >>> >>> >>> >>> On 10/14/12, Only young bimbos need apply wrote: >>>> On 10/13/12, anon wrote: >>>>> On 10/12/12, Reed wrote: >>>>>> I am finishing up grad school, and if everything goes well, >>>>>> will have Masters degree with focus in moderate level >>>>>> disabilities (as well as a teachers licence) within the >>>>>> year. >>>>>> Here is my concern- I'm a 44 year old male- will my age and >>>>>> my gender go against me in procuring a special ed job? Most >>>>>> teachers in that field are almost half my age and female. >>>>>> Thanks >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> To be honest, you never should have gone into education in the >>>>> first place, not even special ed. Principals tend to like >>>>> young bimbos not just because they are cheaper than >>>>> experienced teachers, but they are also less likely to ask >>>>> those rude questions that challenge the principals' >>>>> "authority." >>>> >>>> This is so true. Principals like the stupid greenhorns who are >>>> too stupid to see clearly what is going on around them and who >>>> will do exactly what they are told. >>>> >>>> You picked the wrong field. >>>> >>>>> >>>>> Age discrimination is rampant in the education field, >>>>> especially if you are over 50 years of age. >>>> >>>> Yep. >>>> >>>>> >>>>> If you are smart, avoid teaching in public ed. >>>> >>>> Yep. Come back in a couple of years and let us know how things >>>> worked out.

Nov 28, 2012

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beginning alebra

by monique

Oct 14, 2012

solve this problem by substitution 6x+7y=-75 x-y=7

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lol. nfm On 10/14/12, monique wrote: > solve this problem by substitution > 6x+7y=-75 > x-y=7

Oct 14, 2012

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nice try monique... The time and energy you used to find this site and post your message could have been used to solve the problem by now. If you really don't know how to do it, check out this Khan Academy video lesson...

Oct 28, 2012

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Foundations of Reading Mtel

by Pat Cannon

Oct 19, 2012

Does anyone know of a good tutor for the FOR Mtel. Just missed it by 5 points on my fourth try. Have taken prep courses, done lots of studying but still not making the grade.

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I FINALLY passed the MTEL Foundations of Reading test

by Deb

Oct 21, 2012

It took 3 attempts- several friends who took it with me did not pass, Im confident they will pass next time. if you have taken this MTEL multiple times, keep the faith, you'll beat this test

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English 07 exam

by robin

Nov 15, 2012

I need ideas to prepair for the English 07 exam.

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Joel On 11/15/12, robin wrote: > I need ideas to prepair for the English 07 exam.

I've been told to use the Practice Test on the MTEL website, as well as a to prepare an answer for the open ended question which asks you to write about a certain theme in a book you're read. Themes could be leadership, persistance, etc..

Mar 21, 2013

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MTEL Math subtest elementary tutor available

by Ann Foxworthy

Nov 22, 2012

I am a licensed math teacher. I tutor one on one or if you and a friend woud like to work together that's fine too.

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Ann Foxworthy Jill- I charge 40 an hour. Where are you located?Ann > On 11/22/12, Ann Foxworthy wrote: >> I am a licensed math teacher. I tutor one on one or if you >> and a friend woud like to work together that's fine too. >> Hi, Please let me know what you charge and what your > availability is.

Jan 5, 2013

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Ann Foxworthy Jill- My email is [email removed].

Jan 5, 2013

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How do I discuss the Newtown tragedy with my 1st graders?

by Lisa P

Dec 17, 2012

My students are the same age as the ones murdered in CT- just thinking about it makes me cry- and some of them heard about the tragedy and are frightened- I break down if I discuss the tragedy- should I do my best to not discuss the topic with my students? I have no idea how to address this nightmare to my kids- what approach have you used?

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