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Portland MAT Programs

by JAK

Feb 23, 2009

I am trying to decide between Concordia, Lewis & Clark and Univ. of Portland MAT Programs. I would love to hear people's thoughts on which school is best for preparing a new teacher - ML/HS Language Arts. Also are any of these schools better perceived in local high schools, re: job prospects.

I know job prospects are slim in Portland,...See More

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A third of all teachers are retiring within the next 5 years So by the time you graduate, you have a great shot at landing a job. That said, I'd go with U of P.

On 2/23/09, Liz wrote: > Well, they are all very expensive. Is there a reason why you > don't want to attend a public college? I really don't think > the college you went to matters, between the ones you listed. > Your experience...See More

Apr 14, 2009

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Cristy Sorry I am a little late on this!

My vote is for Lewis and Clark - HANDS DOWN. In fact, as far as progressive education is concerned, I would argue that Lewis and Clark's program is among the best in the nation.

I am currently finishing that program and have cherished my experience. It is a very socially conscious college and LC...See More

May 3, 2009

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cal strs refund/termination questions

by j

Feb 24, 2009

I have questions on each example below

Example 1: For example if I stop teaching (and go into a non teaching job and I don't tell the school district I stopped (day to day) substitute teaching for them); after a year the school district(s) would terminate me (teaching employment), but the school district and cal strs would not issue me a ...See MoreI have questions on each example below

Example 1: For example if I stop teaching (and go into a non teaching job and I don't tell the school district I stopped (day to day) substitute teaching for them); after a year the school district(s) would terminate me (teaching employment), but the school district and cal strs would not issue me a refund (of money) unless i filled out a refund form and sent it to either cal strs or my former employer (last school district I worked for). by not filling out a refund form my contribution money would still be on with cal strs. is this correct what im thinking?? 2. If i stopped substitute teaching (day to day) and the school district eventually terminated me, would my (money) contributions still be there for cal strs?? or would my contributions be refunded back to me (even though I did not ask for the refund and I wanted my contribution money still to be on cal strs)??/

example 2: if i worked for two diffrent school districts as a substitute teacher and I stopped substituting one day for one of the school districts, I know I would be active as a cal strs member (because I would be working in at least one school district), the other school district would terminate my employment. The school district who terminates my employment can they fill out a refund form (with out telling me) and send it to cal strs telling cal strs to send me refund money (for my teaching work)???? OR would the one school district who terminated my employment JUST inform cal strs they terminated my employment?? No refund check would be sent to me or anything. is this correct??

3. CAN CAL strs autmatically refund you money if you stopped working in public schools (stopped working as a teacher, etc.)AND YOU DID NOT TELL CAL STRS TO REFUND YOU MONEY AND YOU DID NOT FILL OUT A FORM FOR A REFUND????

4. How long do you have to stop teaching (working in public schools) to be considered not an active member of cal strs, etc.??? please give more info. because i do not know too much about this topic.

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Special Education Teacher from CA with 10 years exp.

by aspieteacher

Feb 25, 2009

I would like to move up to either Portland, OR or Vancouver, WA for the next school year. What is the prospect for a special education teacher with a full credential from CA and moderate-severe specialization and autism certification. I have 7 years full time experience working with students with autism and 3 years experience working with students ...See More

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to TT: Opportunities for what? NFM On 2/26/09, TT wrote: > On 2/26/09, Liz wrote: >> One more thing, subbing as a licensed teacher pays about 150 a >> day. The area you are looking at includes the counties: >> multnomah, washington, and clackamas. >> >> [link removed].

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TT that means working janitorial work or part time work. It's a hole no matter where in the country you are trying to find a teaching job.

On 3/02/09, to TT: Opportunities for what? NFM wrote: > On 2/26/09, TT wrote: >> On 2/26/09, Liz wrote: >>> One more thing, subbing as a licensed teacher pays about 150 a >>> ...See More

Mar 8, 2009

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Getting a Teaching Position while obtaining a credential

by Jessica

Mar 3, 2009

I am moving from California to Oregon and would like to get my teaching license. Many of the programs seem to take a very long time. Are there any programs that are a bit shorter than 2 years? Are there any ways to make money or work as a teacher while obtaining my elementary teaching license?

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Liz I've never seen a school district take a non certified teacher as a sub, but maybe there are some that do because they have a desperate need.

On 3/08/09, Jessica wrote: > Thanks! That is what I thought. I have been doing research and > people can sub without a credential with provisions. >

Mar 10, 2009

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Julie I've heard that the only way to get a sub position without a credential in OR is for a specific district to hire you, solely for their district. Which basically means - start networking!

By the way ... there are many programs out there that are under 2 years. I believe PSU, Lewis & Clark, Willamette U, Concordia, among others offer 11-...See More

Mar 15, 2009

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Would They Hire You?

by EA MCGRAW

Mar 18, 2009

Dear Fellow Educators,

What affects the marketability of a professional educator? If you had to interview for a job as an educator, today, would you be hired, or would there be factors that affect your marketability? Take this survey...find out! Results will be posted May 11, 2009. NO NAMES PLEASE!

Thank you, Ea

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Whats Going On?

by Anice

Apr 14, 2009

I think this is interesting. Please take a couple of minutes to complete this survey. It might help with something you need done in the future.

You can write me for the results at the middle of May. [link removed]

Thank you, Anice

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