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Has anyone ever applied for these during the summer months when they are not getting a paycheck? My school does not offer our salary to be spread over 12 months, so I do officially receive $0 in the summer. I'm in NJ, single, and recently found out I'm pregnant, if that helps. submitted by /u/notyourmotherskid [link] [comments]
Hello!! Basically what the title says, but I've been graduated for 3 years, and every spring/summer that I try to get a job in a classroom I'm told I don't have enough experience and they'll be going with a candidate that has more. I've subbed for two and a half years, and was a para for a year. I've also been an online tutor for 5 years, so I'm wondering what kinds of jobs and experiences I should be looking into to beef up my resume more. Further info, I was a TA all throughout middle and high school, completed an elementary ed endorsement, and a music ed endorsement both from Washington State Uni. submitted by /u/dilly_beann [link] [comments]
Hi, everyone! I (21F) am currently getting a Portuguese language/literature teaching degree. My university has a program that gives college preparatory classes for low-income people, and the teachers in this program are teaching majors, so all college kids. I've been teaching essay writing in this program since my second semester (I'm currently going into my fourth, so it's been a year) and it's giving me a lot of experience. The thing is, since these are college preparatory classes intended to teach the students so they can take the tests required in my country to get into university, most of my students are in my age range; some of them are older than me, even! Last year and this year I've been good at acting friendly. I know we're around the same age, we like similar things, and sometimes when I want to give a slide presentation, they see the games on my laptop and want to talk about video games or books they're reading with me. To a certain extent, I think this is all fine. But I t
My favorite "debate" among coworkers, especially the ones in grad school, is what to say when on vacation. The younger ones don't like saying, "I don't have school" because they're fairly young and get mistaken for teenagers. The ones my age and older flux between the two because they're the same thing. submitted by /u/BlackOrre [link] [comments]
I have a teacher friend who is so damn negative. At one point, we were very, very close. I supported him in many ways. Everytime we talk, it's so negative. If I say something positive, he tries to make it about himself, then turns it negative. For example: Me: Wow the weather is great today! Him: eh. It doesn't really matter to me. I have to do xyz when I get home. I'm dreading it. That reminds me I also have to do ABC and I'm dreading it. He also has a very depressing tone when saying these things. Another example: Me: I had a great weekend! I was able to do XYZ. Him: My weekend was horrible. I'm always by myself and always alone. Then I have to do XYZ. Me: Aw. Well I hope you're able to find sometime to relax. Him: Relax? All I do is be by myself. I have to take care of xyz, abc, 123. These are just examples of a typical in person conversation. One day, he asked me something and I was sharing good news about myself. News that I've been waiting to hear about. He STILL made it about hi
I saw it the last 2 years in NJ public schools - hiring long term subs (60 credit associate degree) instead of hiring teachers (CE/CEAS) under the guise the school couldn't find qualified teachers. The schools were hiring unqualified substitute teachers for long term assignments via a temp agency (like ESS) while qualified teachers applicants were passed up. One school did this for their art department - 5 jobs. One unqualified LTS got 3 months of work in one classroom - until the teachers' union found out about it and had her removed after 20 days. Another sub I worked with didn't even have proper credentials to work in the US - not even a green card It's only going to get worse. submitted by /u/Fuzzy_Body_2461 [link] [comments]
I'm an economics teacher for Year 11 and 12 students and if I have to be honest, teaching in a formal setting is kind of new to me. And after 4 years in the job, I'm starting to lose my track. I want to improve myself as a teacher but I kind of need some advice on what I need to do or what kind of class/course/seminar do I need to join to improve myself as an educator? And to me it's not about my career path and paving a way to become a school leader, I could only think about how to teach better and how to be a better educator. Thank you so much for your help. submitted by /u/nextmmead [link] [comments]
I’ve got a really intelligent student that’s pretty apathetic. He could make all A’s but is ok with C-. He comes from an impoverished and low intelligence home, although the mom stays on top of his work and cares deeply. Is there anyway to shake some sense into a kid like this? To tactfully let him know he has a chance to make something for himself? submitted by /u/Hungry-Following5561 [link] [comments]
Currently my assignments include timeliness as a line item on the rubric. How do you manage late work? submitted by /u/Ok-Steak4530 [link] [comments]
I am a 6th year teacher that was reassigned to teach 5th grade. Previously, I had taught middle school math and high school math. I do really enjoy this age level, but I’ve never taught in an elementary classroom before. What routines/procedures do I need to develop? Ideas for first week activities? Ideas for morning meeting? Ideas for quiet time (my grade level colleague says he does quiet writing time)? Any general advice is appreciated! Thank you! I am nervous because this will all be so new—but I do think I will enjoy it! submitted by /u/burkinstock__20 [link] [comments]
If I was going to be hired when would I hear back? Work session meeting is Monday and a regular board meeting is Thursday. Interview was Wednesday and they were trying to get all interviews in because they were going to be closed on Th and F. submitted by /u/WeaknessOptimal2918 [link] [comments]
I’ve been thinking about grading policies lately and keep coming back to this: should failing grades ever be rounded up because of effort, participation, or visible improvement? On one hand, I get wanting to encourage growth and not completely tank a student who’s trying. On the other hand, it feels like it can blur the line between actually meeting standards and just showing effort without mastery. Where do you fall on this should effort ever change a failing grade, or should grades strictly reflect performance no matter what?” submitted by /u/Reasonable-Invite899 [link] [comments]
I have taught HS English for 26 years, adjunct English Secondary Methods/Practicum/Student Teaching Mentor 16 years, and Field Placement Mentor 2 years. I relocated last year from a rural to suburban area and the first position I took is not a good fit. I am finding it challenging to obtain a new position (made it to a couple demo rounds, no offer, applying to every position I find), wonder if years of experience contribute. A HS English Instructional Coach position just opened locally that I would love…would I be a good candidate? All advice greatly appreciated! submitted by /u/Newyorkwestern [link] [comments]
Has anyone here gone through Montessori training? If so, how was it for you? submitted by /u/W8ngman98 [link] [comments]
So I recently started a new job. My first full time position. I’m enjoying it but it’s a bit unique Some Pros: I don’t have to deal with parents Extremely small classes my biggest is 9 students I can chose the subjects I teach(social studies) Some Cons: Teaching year round Lots of behaviors submitted by /u/herehear12 [link] [comments]
Got a contract after subbing for 1.5 years. What’s the biggest difference between substitute teaching and full-time teaching? Any advice? submitted by /u/turtlesandmemes [link] [comments]
Hi there, I've been trying to get a job as a High School Special Ed Teacher, and I just got my Master's Degree. However, none of the schools I applied to have gotten to the point of giving me a job interview. Even the school where I did my Practicum at and regularly subbed for rejected me. Nothing is showing up on my District's job forum anymore, let alone a good Special Ed job. I think what is really hurting me is that the Department of Education wanted me to wait to apply for my teaching license (I still don't have one). Is it too late to get a job for the fall, or am I just being too worried? submitted by /u/Legitimate-Cause671 [link] [comments]
i'm currently an undergrad planning to become a high school english teacher. i also want to pursue a doctorate in english. i know a doctorate isn't required for teaching, and i'm not under any illusions about the job market for those aspirations. if i pursued a one, it would only be if it were fully funded. i'm interested in a doctorate because i genuinely love literature, reading, research, and learning. i like the idea of spending several years studying a subject in depth and contributing to scholarship. but my goal is still to teach high school, and i'm wondering if wanting this path is naive or misguided of me. i was wondering if anyone here has taken a similar path. are there any k-12 teachers who taught after a non-education-related doctorate? what made you pursue it? do you feel it was worth it? has it changed your teaching in meaningful ways? did schools ever view your doctorate as a positive, a negative, or neither when you were applying? i'd love to hear your experiences and
Hi, all. I am taking a 24-hour cross country road trip, and I'm looking to listen to a podcast (or twelve). Specifically, I am looking for podcasts that discuss potential techniques for dealing with the troubles of today's classroom - AI usage, students' lack of motivation, etc. A quick Google search has suggested these: AI in the Classroom AI in Education Podcast The EdTech Podcast Truth for Teachers I am wondering two things: Have you had the opportunity to listen to any of these podcasts and, if so, are they worth listening to? Are there any other podcasts that might good to add to my list (pertaining to the topics above)? TIA. submitted by /u/suhkuhtuh [link] [comments]
I went to Target looking for school supplies and I still have a month before we return 🙃 I am happy to report, though, they still have their summer stuff in the seasonal section. submitted by /u/RealisticTemporary70 [link] [comments]
I am a new California teacher based in Los Angeles (just got my Preliminary Single Subject Social Science Credential late October, 2025), and I've been applying every day to every opening in every district up and down the Golden State on EdJoin, from Oakland to Bakersfield to Clearlake and Humboldt. So far, the number of responses, even automated ones telling me that they received my application or whatever, can be counted in a single hand. I know there is lots of drama going on with the local School Districts, from LAUSD's messiness to whatever is going on with Pasadena, and Social Science isn't really that in demand, but it can't be that bad that I'm getting ghosted by every district and charter school I applied to. submitted by /u/EcoSoso [link] [comments]
I am a sped teacher, and I just wrapped up my first year in may. first semester I wanted to quit every day and was crying during my plans. The second semester was infinitely better. Part of that I attribute to starting anxiety meds. However, I have spent so much of this summer dreading the end of July. I have been keeping myself busy, spending lots of times with friends and loved ones and doing activities I enjoy. But beneath all of that is a constant worry. I know teaching is a profession that can vary so much from year to year, so ‘26-‘27 could be entirely different. help me enjoy these last 20 or so days of summer vacation before I go crazy. submitted by /u/Easy-Cucumber6121 [link] [comments]
I taught for nearly a decade in a pretty tough urban district. If I said which city, you’d probably be like… oh, yeah. The building where I worked for the majority of that stretch was one where locals would have negative reactions when I told them. Like “oh where do you teach? ….. oh…. (makes scrunched face).” Not that public perception matters, we had a lot of great and rewarding times, too. But it was probably a top five toughest HS in our state in terms of dysfunction, chaos, attendance, gun stuff, gang stuff. Here’s a quick list of my worst times. I’m sure I’m forgetting some. major trigger warning. 🚨 I want every prospective/young teacher reading this to know that this is not likely to be their experience. I am still a teacher in a less chaotic building and I still enjoy it 🚨 ——————- student was shot in the face after her sister died in a carjacking like a month prior. She survived but eventually dropped out student was shot and killed in a barbershop, then I had to keep driving b
Everyone gets a radio and everyone comes running to save the day. In reality, it's the same three or four young macho coach cowboys and admin running to do....what? No one has had any training in de-escalation or self-defense, the female teachers see a fight and they run to get a male, it's all just reacting and not very good reacting at that. I spent this past year at a very good high school complete with resource officer and good hall monitoring, but then when something goes down, it all collapses and turns into a disorganized scene from a western movie. I'm a 62-year-old male who proudly has never had a fight in their classroom or in front of their class because I run a tight (loving) ship. I have had female teachers for years say why didn't you go into that fight and break it up? Well, why didn't you, I reply. You've had the same amount of training (zero) over the years that I've had! Breaking up altercations is NOT part of any teacher's job description, yet that social expectation
So, my district just announced that next year students can't bring Stanleys or other metal tumblers to school. They've been used in fights and to smuggle weapons, vapes, and alcohol into schools, they are loud when they get dropped and kids steal them from each other. Parents are absolutely livid. Kids can bring clear plastic water bottles only. All our schools have water fountains and water bottle refill stations. I sort of get the microplastics angle, but most students seem to subsist mostly on a combination of takis, Celsius/Monster, fast food, and Starbucks, so I'm a little incredulous. Parents appear madder about this than the actual deaths of students to violence over the last couple years. Is this just basic selfishness? Do the parents only care now because it affects their kid? For what it's worth, the kids don't seem to care. Anyways, just curious if anyone else had experienced anything like this in their proverbial neck of the woods? ETA: Thanks for all the replies so far! I'
I have one more interview Monday. I have applied to numerous jobs and interviewed for about five so far. I will go back to working the cash register at my old job if I don’t get this job Monday. So here is to 2027 school year 😝. I am still optimistic. How many jobs until you received an offer? submitted by /u/Affectionatedummy [link] [comments]
edit: let me amend the title to “what do you THINK you would do?” because obviously you can’t know how your body will react until it happens. anyways onto the post…. I’m a new teacher (just finished my first year) and it seems like there’s an unspoken expectation that if there was an active shooter in your classroom, you should sacrifice yourself for your students or else you’re a failure and would be painted as a selfish coward. I’ve seen teachers lauded as heroes in the news for taking a bullet for their students, but it sort of feels like that subconsciously raises the standards for all other teachers to do the same. I don’t know, i’m just confused and concerned about if god forbid that were ever to happen at my school. Sorry if this topic is not allowed for this sub, but it’s something that’s been on my mind. another edit: let me be clear before this post gets more attention—this is not me saying teachers should leave their students out to dry, or that i would ditch my students and
I work in probably the best elementary school in my district, which isn't saying much, because my district is a mess. Behaviors are a mess, classroom teachers are laden with insane standards despite it, and there is often little support and more pressure from admin. As the music teacher, I feel like I have a lot more freedom in how I do things, but still little support. (Our beginning band is heterogeneous, and we meet once a week, and I haven't been given other options for rehearsals, despite offering my own ideas and being willing to take time out of my plan period.) I still get lots of freedom in how I structure my lessons, what I teach, and how I teach it. I don't mind preparing for required performances; I have the mindset that I will work with whatever I am given, and I am grateful for what I have (it's more than what I had compared to my last school). I know my situation isn't the same as everyone else's, and I don't expect everyone to feel the way I do. You can imagine that the
I set my fourth grade class homework last Friday to read the opening two chapters of a fiction book and write a short report describing the characters, the setting and the dilemma. On Monday, I received reports from 50% of my class. When I asked why half of my class didn’t turn in their homework, the answer was: “Sir, I don’t have any books at home.” Honestly really upset me and explained a lot about why their reading comprehension is so poor. submitted by /u/Tearmisu [link] [comments]
Hi. I am a teacher who is heavily sleep deprived after a stressful end-of-semester. Tuesday was our last day of school. We had a End-Of-Year wrap up party at the local pub and our Principal also seemed TIRED and kept just saying "I am really excited this year is done and that we can all put this crappy year behind us." Wednesday, I had a crap-ton of chores to do and errands to run, and was house sitting so had to go check on my mother-in-laws house and fix some things for her. Even on our days off, we are still adults with complex and busy lives. Finally had my first day "off" today and somehow slept in until 11am. I definitely needed that! But my eyes were so extremely puffy! My under eye bags have looked super puffy for weeks as I've been tired and stressed and just drainedddd. But they looked even worse this morning after finally getting a good night's sleep (probably over-slept a bit, but I finally feel alive again today!) Anyways, I'm going to a wedding next week and do NOT want t
Fair warning to anyone who is considering buying an Ashley McKenzie classroom decor bundle: You can only edit the items on PowerPoint. I paid $40 (as a first-year broke teacher) for a bundle I can't use without an additional $9.00/month subscription to a program that I haven't been literate in since 2012. I looked through the original listing and did not see PowerPoint listed as a requirement. I only found it via a FAQ that linked to a web post that revealed the necessity. Also, no refunds. Do with that what you will. submitted by /u/ImDatDino [link] [comments]
Hey everyone! The copy machine is down. We called Susan, and she said it won't be fixed until next week. Anyway, since it's Friday... What were some challenges that you faced recently? Anything that irked you? Maybe a co-worker is getting on your nerve? Class caught on fire because little Billy shoved a crayon into your pencil sharpener? Share all the vents and stories below! submitted by /u/AutoModerator [link] [comments]
The latest budget news has come out for my district, and it's all doom and gloom. Budgets will be cut. Positions will be cut, and it's likely going to be art and music. I teach art and I actually like my job a lot. I truly do. The kids at my school are wonderful and most of them really enjoy my class. I keep trying to pretend I'm ok, but I'm really worried. I don't want to lose my job. Does anybody have any words of wisdom that might make me feel a little better? I'm just trying not to spiral. Thanks for reading. submitted by /u/ocean_art [link] [comments]
Very curious. I find myself wanting to make fun of my little 9-10 year old cousins for being so hooked. Wondering what it’s like in the schools submitted by /u/Weary-Idea1677 [link] [comments]
This was a while ago at the end of my first full year of teaching. At the end of the year we had a promotion ceremony for our 8th graders who were moving on to high school. Before the ceremony all of us teachers were minding the hallways of the venue and helping direct students. One of my bright but somewhat disruptive students walked up to me with his parents. "Mom, Dad, this is Mr. Real_Accident. He's the one who told me I needed to get my head out of my ass." I froze, fully panicking. I was convinced I was going to get in some sort of trouble. The dad just looked at me, looked at the kid, looked back at me. Then he nodded his head and walked away. submitted by /u/Real_Accident_3350 [link] [comments]
Every year, the school does "teacher of the year" and it always goes to the teacher who sacrificed the most. This year it was a teacher who worked from 7am to 8pm every day (admin said "an example of true dedication"), birthday cupcake for every student, had a classroom pizza party monthly and responded to parents requests/complaints 24/7. Admin said this is the standard we all need to achieve. I feel like we are promoting unpaid work and martyrdom submitted by /u/Embarrassed_Syrup476 [link] [comments]
I am a first year teacher in California try to get a job as a middle school core ELA/Social Studies teacher as I have a background in sociology and English as I have my multiple subject masters and credential. I originally thought I wanted to be a lower elementary teacher so I taught both first and second grade as a resident teacher. This past year I taught middle school summer school and fell in love with the age range. I then student taught 5th grade. I have had 9 interviews so far but haven’t gotten a job. I am starting to feel discouraged and defeated. A part of me is feeling like I’m never going to get a job. I was wondering if anyone had any advice. submitted by /u/SignificanceFar4149 [link] [comments]
Looking for advice on how to stay sane while teaching using a DAILY station rotation model. At my previous school, they wanted to see me teach 2-3 different groups at different times while also being aware of what students were doing in the group i wasnt teaching. (Literally they questioned why I didnt check on a student who wasnt writing in group 2 although they wanted to see me focus on group 1). My new coach at my new school says the station model doesnt have to look like this EVERY day but wants to see it sometimes. She also said I can start with tier 1 instruction then have different groups working on the same activity at once. She states the way I do stations should change based on data and whatnot. It is all so confusing. My brain loves structure. It doesnt like to change the model/agenda i use for the day. I like consistency but it seems like thats not what schools want now in my district. What are some tips/hacks you have for the station rotation model. submitted by /u/ThrowRA
Tonight was our school's school production. I run the drama club every year and have done so for 9 years. The only proviso I was pretty much given for doing a school production every year after the first was the school would not give any money towards the production, nor would the PTA be able to give money at that time, it has to pay for itself and the next one going forwards. Over the years we have grown the pot incrementally by putting on great shows that are not big names, we never do Broadway Jnr or Disney Jnr shows, and being creative with props and costumes etc. I am very proud of this, we continue to be an all welcome drama club for pupils from the age of 7 - 11 no matter whether SEND, PP, EAL or any other characteristic or not and that we have money in our bank account to keep it going, and that it is slowly growing. Tonight when I had thanked the staff who helped, I turned to the parents to say to them thank you as we couldn't do this without their support from practising with
I have spent 5 years teaching at the high school I went to (I know, I just hoped it'd be "one of the best decisions" instead of the worst & gave it my best shot... 5 times) and I'm going into my sixth year at a new school. Went in to check my email today to celebrate my school switch-over on Outlook & saw 2 emails, 1 from each principal. The first was a "Summer Update #1" with a welcome to new staff, info for what to expect in the coming weeks, and expectations for the workdays this coming year with some other helpful things added in. I was geeking out over knowing exactly which workdays were protected, when open house would be, best methods of communication and how clearly written out the information was so much that I forgot that this is like... normal? Keeping your staff informed should be standard? I was reminded why this was a valid reaction when I opened the other email, a one line message without punctuation or capitalization sent from IOS about the building being closed tomorro
Disclaimer: this is more so for a teacher in the first 2-3 years at a new school or when a teacher is assigned a new class I work like a dog in the summer, but it looks less like working as a teacher and more like working a desk job. I spend the entire summer creating curriculum, building Canvas quizzes, adjusting tests, etc. I find that this helps me SO MUCH during the school year and, because of that, I hardly ever take work home. My school year workload is pretty much just grading, which I have ensured is easy on me due to the work I do in the summer. Anyone else work like me? submitted by /u/AgeOfWorry0114 [link] [comments]
Is it typical for schools to disable teacher’s Google accounts for the summer? I cannot log into my email or drive, and it pops up with a message saying “Your Google Account was disabled by your Google Workplace administrator.” I am confirmed returning in the fall! submitted by /u/New_Dragonfly6489 [link] [comments]
I would love to upgrade my teacher wardrobe. I buy a lot from Old Navy and Torrid since they carry my size (20/22) but it’s never the look I want. I would like to see more bright colors and fun patterns! What are your go-tos for fun teacher clothes? submitted by /u/taka2424 [link] [comments]
We have all grown accustomed to the standard of (at least) one teacher in every K-12 classroom. But what happens if/when because of low pay, poor student behavior, difficult parents, and unsupportive management, we don't have enough teachers to have one in every classroom? submitted by /u/Character_Freedom160 [link] [comments]
This will be my sixth year teaching. I've been doing high school English until now, and I'm switching to 8th grade English this year. I'm slowly transitioning out of teaching, trying to help my wife with her online business. So I need to lessen my mental load... I need tips on how to teach smarter. Give me your laziest, dirtiest, most shameful teaching shortcuts, regardless of how embarrassing they would be if an admin saw them. Some that I'm already considering are: - don't grade everything - purchase worksheets on TPT and just print them out - use AI to generate...stuff? submitted by /u/Known_Attitude_8370 [link] [comments]
Am I crazy for being floored by this? Our new principal told us (interview committee for a 3rd grade) that she wants to hire fresh out of college teachers who are moldable. 3 experienced teachers were passed up for a first year teacher who just threw in student teaching lingo (nothing wrong with that, but these experienced teachers spoke about real teaching strategies, not just “1 2 3 eyes on me”). Is this normal? I’ve never heard admin say it out right before and now I feel like I should be looking elsewhere for the future. submitted by /u/Anonni434 [link] [comments]
I work as a 6th grade ELA teacher. I have noticed over the past few years that a lot of kids in SPED don't really make any progress. Maybe I'm not seeing it, but a lot of kids make progress through SPED. Then, when they come to middle school, a lot of that progress stops or slows considerably. There's no longer pull out time. They no longer get one on one time with paras and SPED teachers. I also think the goals are less easy to accomplish. Elementary school is trying to teach basic skills like reading, writing, math, and some social studies and science if we can. Middle school is about learning and responsibility. It's not as simple to just pull a kid out and help them with reading comprehension. The kid has to remember to do their homework. A lot of kids in general don't do their homework, and this is doubly so for SPED kids. I can only imagine how things go in high school. While in middle school there is still a lot of responsibility placed on teachers, in high school that kind of g
How much trouble would I be in if I contacted parents to come pick up their kids for the day because they are not following classroom expectations? I’m wondering why this is frowned upon when there are clear classroom expectations inside of the classroom. “Sorry, you’re having a really tough day, you’re preventing others from receiving an education, and you’re making my job extremely unproductive. Maybe let’s go home, reset, and try again tomorrow.” submitted by /u/Domadizzle12 [link] [comments]
A student was emotionally dysregulated all day and had been showing a consistent pattern for months with my heavy documentation. This week, he kept exploding with pushing and yelling, then finally went to kick a student and shove his head because they were arguing over a rhinestone. I called for help as I separated them and the staff member that pulled him out began to hit her violently and bite. I have another student with a medical condition. Principal saw the whole fiasco and has decided to change that student to another classroom for her protection. The rest of us are doomed! I can't make this up guys. submitted by /u/rockpunkzel [link] [comments]
I (19F) started tutoring a kid in the beginning of this week and she has been consistently late. she's usually 30-40 minutes late despite me stressing that she needs to come on time. I have politely asked the mother but she always makes excuses about transportation, etc. I'm actually currently waiting for her to arrive, it's been 40 mins since the decided time. I feel like I need to draw boundaries early into this so that I'm not taken advantage of as this is my first official tutoring gig. I want to ask her mom to respect my time and such in a calm and respectful way. people who have experienced this please tell me how you dealt with it! submitted by /u/Pristine_Refuse1749 [link] [comments]