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What is a teaching Interveiw like? What can I expect?

by The Graduate

Mar 12, 2011

Hi

I just graduated college and was wondering what I could expect from a teaching interveiw? For example, What kinds of questions were mostly asked? I have a full list of questions, but what are there questions that are more than others? If so, what would they be? Im very nervous.

Leah The following information and links that are provided should be helpful

Mar 12, 2011

by Why?

Mar 13, 2011

Does anyone else work in a non-Title 1 school and feel like you're working in the Dark Ages? I cannot believe how much federal money is directed toward these schools. Most of the money is spent on technology such as Smartboards, desktop and laptop computers, Ipads, digital projectors, remote responders, new furniture, and the list goes on and on. ...See More

Funding The Federal Government supplies money to the Low Socio- Economic Schools based on the free and reduced lunches. These children come from homes of high poverty where they do not have access to many forms of technology. If the government didn't supply the equipment, etc., these children would never have access to it.

I suppose that you work...See More

Mar 21, 2011

Funding Actually, no. I work in a school that has "low middle class to upper middle class" families. The parents of our children don't make a lot of money, but they do have a very good work ethic that is being passed on to their children. In most cases, both parents work to provide their children with the necessities, and and a few material items that woul...See MoreActually, no. I work in a school that has "low middle class to upper middle class" families. The parents of our children don't make a lot of money, but they do have a very good work ethic that is being passed on to their children. In most cases, both parents work to provide their children with the necessities, and and a few material items that would be considered non-essential.

The school is very close to qualifying as a Title 1 school, based on their free and reduced lunch count, but that's nearly here nor there. You state that children in Title 1 schools come from homes that don't have access to many forms of technology. I disagree. Most of the parents of these children own cell phones, computers with internet access, and digital cameras, if not more.

The key to kids in Title 1 schools rising above their current poverty level isn't throwing more technology at them. It's educating and encouraging their parents to become productive members of society. But, the biggest obstacle to overcome is the fact that many of these parents are perfectly happy to have their computer, food stamps, HUD housing, utility assistance, etc., and no job. They don't want to work, and why should they? The government is paying them not to work. And, the government will end you paying for their kids to live the same lifestyle as their parents.

No amount of technology will ever change the entitlement and assistance lifestyle of most of the parents in Title 1 schools.

Title 1 funding should be permitted to spent in every school, or it should be eliminated. I'm not happy that my tax dollars are being spent for technology in select schools. However, it doesn't bother me that additional personnel are hired to work with children who come to school unprepared for kindergarten, due to lazy parents.

On 3/21/11, Funding wrote: > The Federal Government supplies money to the Low Socio- > Economic Schools based on the free and reduced lunches. > These children come from homes of high poverty where they do > not have access to many forms of technology. If the > government didn't supply the equipment, etc., these children > would never have access to it. > > I suppose that you work in a school that has a high > percentage of middle or upper class homes. It may seems to > be unfair, however, the same could be said of any government > subsidized program. Ex. I had to pay for everything for my > children while those on Welfare received it for free. > > I sure that many of the Title 1 schools resent your school > because you probably have parents who can provide for > extracurricular activities, fun raisers, etc. Many Title 1 > schools cannot affored to pay for whole school field trips > (or charge the students so the whole school may go). > > Different perks for different schools--technology is just one. > > On 3/13/11, Why? wrote: >> Does anyone else work in a non-Title 1 school and feel like >> you're working in the Dark Ages? I cannot believe how much >> federal money is directed toward these schools. Most of the >> money is spent on technology such as Smartboards, desktop >> and laptop computers, Ipads, digital projectors, remote >> responders, new furniture, and the list goes on and on. >> >> How can we be responsible for implementing technology in >> our curriculum when the only computers we have in our >> classroom are two castaways that are at least 8-10 years >> old and by the time they load, the kids have forgotte what >> they were doing? >> >> Someone, please tell me why the federal government >> discriminates against children in this way. I know I'm not >> the only one who feels like this because I've talked to a >> LOT of other teachers who are wondering the same thing.

Mar 24, 2011

by Benny

Mar 19, 2011

I have heard that if you teach longer than 35 years you end up losing money due to taxes and so on. Does anyone kanow if this is true? I don't want to work any longer than I need to.

JMO No, that's not true. However, if you are 62+, you're probably better off collecting SS and retiring. I know a teacher who just retired last year after working 36 years, and he is making more money than last year for two reasons. He is collecting SS and subbing a lot.

On 3/19/11, Benny wrote: > I have heard that if you teach longer than...See More

Mar 19, 2011

Anonymous Survey for Deciding Classroom Management Techniqes

by Delia Browning

Mar 26, 2011

Hello Fellow Teachers,

I am doing a research project about how teachers decide what type of classroom management techniques to use. Part of my research is also to find out if teachers think that their college education prepared them for dealing with classroom behaviors.

I am posting a link to my anonymous survey (using Google-doc...See More

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Delia Browning Thank you for your time but this survey is no longer available.

On 3/26/11, Delia Browning wrote: > Hello Fellow Teachers, > > I am doing a research project about how teachers decide what > type of classroom management techniques to use. Part of my > research is also to find out if teachers think that their > college educ...See More

Apr 23, 2011

Ramon Hello,

we are looking for teachers who would consider working with Job Corps in West Virginia.

Please email me if interested.

I have always believed that classroom management correlates with Classroom leadership. An absence in leaderships skill will result in No classroom management techniques.

On 4/23/11, Del...See More

May 3, 2011

Any elementary teaching positions in WV?

by JJ

Apr 2, 2011

I'm looking to relocate to WV, if there are any openings for elementary teachers. I have 14 yrs. experience and a Master's in Ed. Admin, which I hope won't count against me (I've heard they are not as likely to hire someone with more than 5 yrs). Anyone know of counties that have openings? The WV state site only shows 2 openings for the state in my...See More

Ramon Hi JJ,

Would you consider teaching at JOb Corp in West Virginia? ages are 16-24. Email me

On 4/02/11, JJ wrote: > I'm looking to relocate to WV, if there are any openings > for elementary teachers. I have 14 yrs. experience and a > Master's in Ed. Admin, which I hope won't count against me > (I've heard they are not as...See More

May 3, 2011

JJ Hi Ramon, I wouldn't rule it out, but I don't know if my certificate will allow for that? Where is it located? Thx!

On 5/03/11, Ramon wrote: > Hi JJ, > > Would you consider teaching at JOb Corp in West Virginia? > ages are 16-24. Email me > > > > On 4/02/11, JJ wrote: >> I'm looking to relocate to WV, if there...See More

May 9, 2011

highly qualified

by c2

Apr 29, 2011

Anyone having problems with "highly qualified" status. I found out they changed mine this year after having taught reading in the same elementary school for 31 years. They now want me to get an undergrad elementary degree, even though I hold a master's degree in reading and a secondary in English. I can't believe it would take this long to decide I...See More

Trans-Atlantic Science

by Diego Gonzalez

May 13, 2011

Hello everybody, my name is Diego Gonzalez and I am a science teacher who teaches Science in a mid-school in Malaga (Andalucia) southern Spain.

I'm currently in the United States with the intention of contact with teachers who could be interested in making an educational project for the next academic course 2011-2012, so that science stud...See More

by 75 Cent

May 16, 2011

Ain't no party like a WESTEST party cuz a WESTEST party don't stop.

State Comptroller Atkins Making lite of WESTEST is considered a testing violation. Consider yourself reported! Expect a visit from state comptrolls in 3...2...1...

WESTEST IS SERIOUS BUSINESS!!!!!

On 5/16/11, 75 Cent wrote: > Ain't no party like a WESTEST party cuz a WESTEST party > don't stop.

May 18, 2011

been there Yes, so serious that teachers spend months teaching the kids how to pass it. Advancing knowledge and skills are not important in general. Focus all energies are that sector of students who score low. Allow the brighter kids to sit in bordom, and give up on expecting a real education. Get the politicians out of education. Focus on the basic knowledg...See More

May 18, 2011

Improvement Plan

by Sorry

May 17, 2011

Does anyone know if a teacher can be put on an improvement plan before that teacher has a chance to correct any areas of concerns?

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been there If you are not tenured, you have no rights. If you get WVEA involved you can expect to loose your job. The system wants to know that you will bow to their whims.

On 5/18/11, FrancisFelus wrote: > I believe that is up to the administrator in charge. If that > administrator has any type of professional courtesy they will > probably ...See More

May 18, 2011

NPteacher WVEA has successfully defended thousands of bogus claims over the decades. However, when the evidence clearly points to misbehavior on the part of a member, WVEA will not slurry its reputation, and will instead suggest that the member resign before stronger action is taken.

Not sure about your circumstances though...just sayin'.

O...See More

May 19, 2011

by rant

May 24, 2011

I have to rant as a parent. I am kind of getting tired of defending under paid teachers in this state. And this is why.

Teachers complain about rules and laws they have to follow and are not able to teach because of them. While I agree this is true I do not see teachers standing up against it or for themselves. They all cry and throw a fi...See More

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wellnow I think rant may have been misunderstood to a degree. I dont think they were blaming the teachers on the mess our education system is in. But blaming them for not coming together as a group and holding the local BOE's and the State responsible.

Instead of trying to work in a corrupt system, Teachers and the parents who care about their ki...See MoreI think rant may have been misunderstood to a degree. I dont think they were blaming the teachers on the mess our education system is in. But blaming them for not coming together as a group and holding the local BOE's and the State responsible.

Instead of trying to work in a corrupt system, Teachers and the parents who care about their kids, need to work together in changing state and local policies and regulations. It's past time the two came together and overthrow the corrupt leaders.

It always sickens me to see policies created and followed to the letter and yet when it fails the creators of these bad policies blame the teachers for its failure, even when they did it they way they were told.

Its not time to replace the teachers but past time to replace the fools who keep developing these horrible policies. It is obvious who is really not qualified to be in the postitions they hold. If a person has not been a public teacher for at least 10 years then they are not qualied to write any policy regarding education. They need to keep their nose out of it.

On 6/03/11, Again wrote: > I did speak up for the students. My students trusted me and let > me know their fears of the bullies, and their bordom over being > left to go over the same thing for a week. They complained > about not being taught the skills to advance. Teachers were > threatened and falsely accused by students and nothing was done > about it. I spoke up, and the worse thing I did was get the > WVEA involved. They did not fight for me. In the end I was > harrassed by the administrationm and even lied about (I have the > tape), The only one who stood up for me was an old teacher whe > was dealt with disrespectfully by the school board. The parents > of the kids I was trying to help did nothing. I was told > privately that I was doing the right thing, but they would stand > with me publicly. > > Parents are too afraid of the school board in small communities > to speak up....even for the sake of their students. >

Jun 7, 2011

JMO Our county cleaned house at central office last year (actually, thanks to retirements). We'll see how many worthless policies and initiatives are dropped. So far, that number would be NONE!

On 6/07/11, wellnow wrote: > I think rant may have been misunderstood to a degree. I dont think > they were blaming the teachers on the mess our ...See MoreOur county cleaned house at central office last year (actually, thanks to retirements). We'll see how many worthless policies and initiatives are dropped. So far, that number would be NONE!

On 6/07/11, wellnow wrote: > I think rant may have been misunderstood to a degree. I dont think > they were blaming the teachers on the mess our education system is > in. But blaming them for not coming together as a group and holding > the local BOE's and the State responsible. > > Instead of trying to work in a corrupt system, Teachers and the > parents who care about their kids, need to work together in > changing state and local policies and regulations. It's past > time the two came together and overthrow the corrupt leaders. > > It always sickens me to see policies created and followed to the > letter and yet when it fails the creators of these bad policies > blame the teachers for its failure, even when they did it they way > they were told. > > Its not time to replace the teachers but past time to replace the > fools who keep developing these horrible policies. It is obvious > who is really not qualified to be in the postitions they hold. If > a person has not been a public teacher for at least 10 years then > they are not qualied to write any policy regarding education. They > need to keep their nose out of it. > > > > On 6/03/11, Again wrote: >> I did speak up for the students. My students trusted me and let >> me know their fears of the bullies, and their bordom over being >> left to go over the same thing for a week. They complained >> about not being taught the skills to advance. Teachers were >> threatened and falsely accused by students and nothing was done >> about it. I spoke up, and the worse thing I did was get the >> WVEA involved. They did not fight for me. In the end I was >> harrassed by the administrationm and even lied about (I have the >> tape), The only one who stood up for me was an old teacher whe >> was dealt with disrespectfully by the school board. The parents >> of the kids I was trying to help did nothing. I was told >> privately that I was doing the right thing, but they would stand >> with me publicly. >> >> Parents are too afraid of the school board in small communities >> to speak up....even for the sake of their students. >>

Jun 7, 2011

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