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by Sooner

Apr 23, 2010

Doing the Alternative Certification. Will it make a difference in obtaining a job if your OGET, OSAT test scores are high or do they only look at if you passed with a 240? For that matter, will the OCTP application look better if you have higher test scores?

OU-Sooner Test scores are not posted on your license. If you pass a test it will show on your license that you are qualified to teach in that area. Doesn't make a difference if you scored a 240 or 298. Again no scores are shown on your license.

On 4/23/10, Sooner wrote: > Doing the Alternative Certification. Will it make a > difference in obta...See More

May 2, 2010

Temporary or Probationary?

by BethAnn

Apr 25, 2010

Hi All,

I am completing my second year in this district. So, am I considered temporary or probationary?

TIA,

BethAnn

OU-Sooner In which district? If you're in Tulsa Public Schools, (TPS) then you're considered probationary until you have worked three full years.

On 4/25/10, BethAnn wrote: > Hi All, > > I am completing my second year in this district. So, am I > considered temporary or probationary? > > TIA, > > BethAnn

May 2, 2010

Free 5-Day Oklahoma High School Teachers Multimedia Workshop

by Carol Knopes

May 5, 2010

Isn't it time you added multimedia to your class? Join the free Oklahoma Teachers Multimedia Workshop July 26-30.

Though a generous grant from The Ethics and Excellence in Journalism Foundation, 10-12 Oklahoma teachers will have five days of top quality online journalism instruction at the University of Oklahoma. You’ll learn how to sta...See More

by Michele

May 11, 2010

I am taking the OGET and OSAT in English this month. I am worried about the math section of the OGET. I am in my early 40's and never had to learn Geometry and am a little familiar with Algebra.

I feel confident about passing the other test sections.

Does anyone have any advice? Am I making a mountain out of a mole hill?
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Laura On 5/11/10, Michele wrote: > I am taking the OGET and OSAT in English this month. I am > worried about the math section of the OGET. I am in my > early 40's and never had to learn Geometry and am a little > familiar with Algebra. > > I feel confident about passing the other test sections. > > Does anyone have any advice? Am ...See More

May 11, 2010

Nicol On 5/11/10, Michele wrote: > I am taking the OGET and OSAT in English this month. I am > worried about the math section of the OGET. I am in my > early 40's and never had to learn Geometry and am a little > familiar with Algebra. > > I feel confident about passing the other test sections. > > Does anyone have any advice? Am ...See More

May 12, 2010

Becoming a 'teacher' in Oklahoma with this Economy?

by Okie

May 17, 2010

Hi there!

I am in the process of getting my Bach Degree in Education (Elementary) and just curious what other people think about the demand (if there is any) for teachers in general in Oklahoma? Does anyone think with all the layoffs, state of the economy, budget cuts, etc., that it's even worth going into Education at this point? I conti...See More

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delehla Get your degree in Oklahoma and then teach in Texas! The pay is so much better.

On 5/23/10, Former Okie from T-Town wrote: > Do what you LOVE! If it's teaching, stay in it!!! > > I was laid off from Tulsa Public Schools. Then I applied for a teaching > job at the last minute in Texas. Oh my goodness, the principal hired me >...See MoreGet your degree in Oklahoma and then teach in Texas! The pay is so much better.

On 5/23/10, Former Okie from T-Town wrote: > Do what you LOVE! If it's teaching, stay in it!!! > > I was laid off from Tulsa Public Schools. Then I applied for a teaching > job at the last minute in Texas. Oh my goodness, the principal hired me > so fast that my head was spinning! Not to mention that my salary was > $15,000 higher and I made the best choice. > > That was years ago...and I STILL made a great decision! > > While the economy has affected teaching jobs everywhere, Texas continues > to build schools quite often. Your chances of finding a position out > here is MUCH greater than in Oklahoma. (Let's not forget about the $$$ > either.) > > If you choose to stay in Oklahoma, I wish you good luck on your search. > Never give up!!! :) > > > > > > > > > On 5/18/10, Okie wrote: >> On 5/18/10, Emily D. wrote: >>> On 5/17/10, Samantha wrote: >>>> On 5/17/10, Okie wrote: >>>>> Hi there! >>>>> >>>>> I am in the process of getting my Bach Degree in >>>>> Education (Elementary) and just curious what other people >>>>> think about the demand (if there is any) for teachers in >>>>> general in Oklahoma? Does anyone think with all the >>>>> layoffs, state of the economy, budget cuts, etc., that it's >>>>> even worth going into Education at this point? I continue >>>>> to want and hope that I can complete/finish my degree >>>>> within the next 2 years but the the way everyone is talking- >>>>> --it's a bad deal to be going into this field. However, I >>>>> feel like everything is bound to turn around sooner or >>>>> later and I should just stick with my current plan and plan >>>>> on completing my degree. Anyone have any thoughts on this >>>>> suject, I would appreciate hearing it... >>>>> >>>>> Thanks >>>> >>>> I have two education degrees, I have tried for six years to >>>> get a job in Oklahoma and I'm working in a day care at >>>> minimum wage. I would change careers. >>> >>> >>> Samantha- If being an Elementary teacher is what you'd really >>> like to do, then I say go for it! Within the next 2 years, I >>> think things will surely turn around with the state budget. >>> Teachers are always going to be needed, you may just have better >>> luck in some rural districts or perhaps you should give yourself >>> some sort of edge that sets you apart from other applicants. Do >>> NOT let anyone tell you that it's not a career worth entering. >>> You WILL regret it later, and you can NOT get alt certified in >>> elementary education. I have never met anyone in my life that >>> was dually degreed that could not find a teaching job SOMEWHERE >>> for six years! Something else must be wrong here! Someone who >>> tells you NOT to do something so worthwhile is not looking out >>> for your best interest. Get the degree in what you LOVE. You can >>> find a job making more than minimum wage until you land a >>> teaching job in the future. GOOD THINGS ARE WORTH WAITING FOR. >>> DON'T GIVE UP!!!! ~ Emily >> >> Emily, >> >> Thanks for your feedback... It was very nice to hear >> something positive rather than negative for a change. Everyone >> gripes at me now for wanting to go into 'education' because they >> complain about the pay for teachers. However, most of my friends >> who say this have not went to college and really aren't sure what >> teacher's make. I just cannot see myself staying at my current job >> for $9 an hour, no insurance, and no retirement! Once again, >> thanks for your feedback!

Oct 12, 2010

Aimee Golden On 10/12/10, delehla wrote: > Get your degree in Oklahoma and then teach in Texas! The pay is so much > better. > > > > On 5/23/10, Former Okie from T-Town wrote: >> Do what you LOVE! If it's teaching, stay in it!!! >> >> I was laid off from Tulsa Public Schools. Then I applied for a teaching >> job at the ...See MoreOn 10/12/10, delehla wrote: > Get your degree in Oklahoma and then teach in Texas! The pay is so much > better. > > > > On 5/23/10, Former Okie from T-Town wrote: >> Do what you LOVE! If it's teaching, stay in it!!! >> >> I was laid off from Tulsa Public Schools. Then I applied for a teaching >> job at the last minute in Texas. Oh my goodness, the principal hired me >> so fast that my head was spinning! Not to mention that my salary was >> $15,000 higher and I made the best choice. >> >> That was years ago...and I STILL made a great decision! >> >> While the economy has affected teaching jobs everywhere, Texas continues >> to build schools quite often. Your chances of finding a position out >> here is MUCH greater than in Oklahoma. (Let's not forget about the $$$ >> either.) >> >> If you choose to stay in Oklahoma, I wish you good luck on your search. >> Never give up!!! :) >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> On 5/18/10, Okie wrote: >>> On 5/18/10, Emily D. wrote: >>>> On 5/17/10, Samantha wrote: >>>>> On 5/17/10, Okie wrote: >>>>>> Hi there! >>>>>> >>>>>> I am in the process of getting my Bach Degree in >>>>>> Education (Elementary) and just curious what other people >>>>>> think about the demand (if there is any) for teachers in >>>>>> general in Oklahoma? Does anyone think with all the >>>>>> layoffs, state of the economy, budget cuts, etc., that it's >>>>>> even worth going into Education at this point? I continue >>>>>> to want and hope that I can complete/finish my degree >>>>>> within the next 2 years but the the way everyone is talking- >>>>>> --it's a bad deal to be going into this field. However, I >>>>>> feel like everything is bound to turn around sooner or >>>>>> later and I should just stick with my current plan and plan >>>>>> on completing my degree. Anyone have any thoughts on this >>>>>> suject, I would appreciate hearing it... >>>>>> >>>>>> Thanks >>>>> >>>>> I have two education degrees, I have tried for six years to >>>>> get a job in Oklahoma and I'm working in a day care at >>>>> minimum wage. I would change careers. >>>> >>>> >>>> Samantha- If being an Elementary teacher is what you'd really >>>> like to do, then I say go for it! Within the next 2 years, I >>>> think things will surely turn around with the state budget. >>>> Teachers are always going to be needed, you may just have better >>>> luck in some rural districts or perhaps you should give yourself >>>> some sort of edge that sets you apart from other applicants. Do >>>> NOT let anyone tell you that it's not a career worth entering. >>>> You WILL regret it later, and you can NOT get alt certified in >>>> elementary education. I have never met anyone in my life that >>>> was dually degreed that could not find a teaching job SOMEWHERE >>>> for six years! Something else must be wrong here! Someone who >>>> tells you NOT to do something so worthwhile is not looking out >>>> for your best interest. Get the degree in what you LOVE. You can >>>> find a job making more than minimum wage until you land a >>>> teaching job in the future. GOOD THINGS ARE WORTH WAITING FOR. >>>> DON'T GIVE UP!!!! ~ Emily >>> >>> Emily, >>> >>> Thanks for your feedback... It was very nice to hear >>> something positive rather than negative for a change. Everyone >>> gripes at me now for wanting to go into 'education' because they >>> complain about the pay for teachers. However, most of my friends >>> who say this have not went to college and really aren't sure what >>> teacher's make. I just cannot see myself staying at my current job >>> for $9 an hour, no insurance, and no retirement! Once again, >>> thanks for your feedback!

Oct 13, 2010

OSAT Physical Education

by TTT

May 18, 2010

Hi, I am taking the OSAT in Physical Education and the OGET this weekend. I am going through alternative certification and scheduled my tests for the 22nd because I was told in order to have my license by August I would need to take the tests no later then this date. That gave me about two weeks to study for the tests. The OGET I am not worried abo...See More

Good Luck On 5/18/10, TTT wrote: > Hi, I am taking the OSAT in Physical Education and the OGET > this weekend. I am going through alternative certification > and scheduled my tests for the 22nd because I was told in > order to have my license by August I would need to take the > tests no later then this date. That gave me about two weeks > ...See More

May 19, 2010

Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education Certification

by Angela Reich

May 20, 2010

Hello,

I am in the process of getting my degree in Elementary Education. I am interested in teaching Kindergarten and know that before you simply had to take the Early Childhood OSAT to be able to teach PK or K. Is that still the case, or do you know have to obtain a separate certificate for Early Childhood Education?

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Christine I am in my final year at NSU for Elem Ed and I also want to teach Pre-K or K so I have dug deep to find out about this and this is what I have found. In April of 2011 the Governor signed an extension for teachers to get Early Childhood added to their certificate by testing only, the catch is you have to be certified by July 2012. I graduate in May ...See More

Sep 9, 2011

Clair Unfortunately Christine you're incorrect HB 2747 states:

Sandy Garrett

State Superintendent of Public Instruction State of Oklahoma

Dear Superintendent:

House Bill 2747 becomes effective July 1, 2010. This bill provides a two-year window for certain teachers to add early childhood, elementary education, or specia...See MoreUnfortunately Christine you're incorrect HB 2747 states:

Sandy Garrett

State Superintendent of Public Instruction State of Oklahoma

Dear Superintendent:

House Bill 2747 becomes effective July 1, 2010. This bill provides a two-year window for certain teachers to add early childhood, elementary education, or special education to their certification by testing only. Attached is a chart to assist in identifying those teachers eligible for this option. This window will expire on July 1, 2012.

Specific allowances in House Bill 2747 are:

Any teacher who became certified to teach elementary education prior to July 1, 2010, may be certified in early childhood education by passing the early childhood subject area exam by July 1, 2012. Any teacher who became certified to teach early childhood education prior to July 1, 2010, may be certified in elementary education by passing the elementary education subject area exam by July 1, 2012. Any teacher who became certified to teach through completion of an accredited teacher preparation program (traditional program) prior to July 1, 2010, may be certified in special education by passing the mild-moderate and/or severe-profound subject area exam(s) by July 1, 2012.* Any teacher who became certified to teach through the Troops to Teachers program prior to July 1, 2010, may be certified in special education by passing the mild-moderate and/or severe-profound subject area exam(s) by July 1, 2012.*

*Special note: Teachers taking these exam(s) must still meet the definition of highly qualified special education teacher to serve students at their respective level.

A copy of House Bill 2747 is also attached for your review. Should you have any questions, please contact Dr. Ramona Paul, Assistant State Superintendent, at (405) 521-4311.

Attachment: Chart House Bill 2747

Pretty much it is saying that you needed to have graduated or held a license by July 1, 2010 and you then had a two year window to take the test. If not, then you must take the course required from an accredited university and the student teaching component in order to have the additional certification in ECE or Sp ED. Hope this helps.

On 9/09/11, Christine wrote: > I am in my final year at NSU for Elem Ed and I also want to teach > Pre-K or K so I have dug deep to find out about this and this is > what I have found. In April of 2011 the Governor signed an > extension for teachers to get Early Childhood added to their > certificate by testing only, the catch is you have to be certified > by July 2012. I graduate in May so I am able to do it, however if > you graduate and get certified any later than July you are out of > luck and have to take the classes in college to be able to add the > certification. Hope this helps! > > > > > On 9/04/11, Clair wrote: >> On 5/24/10, Myiesha wrote: >>> You have to take the OGET, OSAT, OPTE in order to teach in >>> this state. Take the OSAT in ECE >>> >>> >>> >>> On 5/20/10, Angela Reich wrote: >>>> Hello, >>>> >>>> I am in the process of getting my degree in Elementary >>>> Education. I am interested in teaching Kindergarten and >>>> know that before you simply had to take the Early Childhood >>>> OSAT to be able to teach PK or K. Is that still the case, >>>> or do you know have to obtain a separate certificate for >>>> Early Childhood Education? >> >> >> Elementary Education is K-8th grade, Early Childhood includes >> PreK-3rd. If you want to be able to teach PreK you do need to take >> all the courses that lead to a degree in ECE, pass the OSAT, and >> do your hours of student teaching. If you don't want to go any >> lower than kindergarten-don't worry about getting a second degree; >> however, it never hurts to get that additional information that >> will only aid you for grades K-3rd.

Apr 19, 2012

CEOE Scoring ??

by M

May 20, 2010

I was reading on the CEOE website that the scoring on the OGET is 80% for the questions and 20% for the essay. 80% of 300 is 240 which is a passing score. So could you bomb the essay and get 0 points and still end up passing the test because you got all of the questions right?

OSAT Journalism (How is the exam?)

by Jen

May 21, 2010

lease let me know of your experience with the OSAT Journalism Exam (types of questions)...I take it on 5-22-10. Thanks all!

School Interviews?

by Sarah

Jun 5, 2010

I've applied to about 10 different schools for counselor positions. I have only heard from one, and it was a letter saying that they had hired someone. How do you go about getting an interview with the schools? Am I missing something?

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