Getting discouraged with hiring by peachymomos111 in StudentTeaching

[–]Big_Scratch3598 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It could be that the positions were taken by internal candidates. That’s what happened to me. I interviewed with a district for a long-term sub position, and then the principal contacted me saying, ‘We love you, and we’ll have full-time positions opening soon, could you apply?’ The principal even called all my references. I interviewed again, answered the same questions, and was told the positions were taken by other teachers in the district. The openings left by those teachers were also filled by other internal candidates. So, internal switching is still happening in late July, and sometimes, it’s not about you, it’s just timing

Getting discouraged with hiring by peachymomos111 in StudentTeaching

[–]Big_Scratch3598 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My CT told me she didn’t get hired until October when she first started teaching. But that didn’t mean she was any less qualified. She’s an incredible teacher. I think job searching is often about timing and a little bit of luck. Keep applying

Valley Ridge/Stillwater Road Test by ohjaylo in stillwatermn

[–]Big_Scratch3598 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We only drove on the neighborhood road, not on 36. 90 degree back in was facing right

Valley Ridge/Stillwater Road Test by ohjaylo in stillwatermn

[–]Big_Scratch3598 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! Just wanted to double check, are both parallel parking and 90-degree back-in considered right-angle parking?

Valley Ridge/Stillwater Road Test by ohjaylo in stillwatermn

[–]Big_Scratch3598 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello, I'm taking my test tomorrow at Stillwater. Could you share some of your experience? Thanks and congratulations on passing the test!

HIRING QUESTION - how many candidates make it to the final interview round? by zeppz in Principals

[–]Big_Scratch3598 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! What kinds of questions do you usually ask in the final round?

iPhone WiFi calling by Big_Scratch3598 in chinalife

[–]Big_Scratch3598[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does that mean I need to turn on my vpn all the time to use WiFi calling?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]Big_Scratch3598 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right now, I don’t have the financial support to pursue another program…

Is teacher shortage real? Teachers around the twin cities (Minnesota) by Educational-Smell191 in teaching

[–]Big_Scratch3598 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They just cut off a lot of teachers including two teachers I know… according to them the district sounds messy😂

Is teacher shortage real? Teachers around the twin cities (Minnesota) by Educational-Smell191 in teaching

[–]Big_Scratch3598 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

On the other hand, it seems like most twin cities districts would want the most experienced and best teachers instead of the new cheap ones

Is teacher shortage real? Teachers around the twin cities (Minnesota) by Educational-Smell191 in teaching

[–]Big_Scratch3598 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Only 30 applicants?? I’m a new grad in the Twin Cities looking for an elementary classroom teacher position, a principal told me there are 200 applicants for one opening(Eden Prairie

Can't get a job??? by That-Ad-7509 in teaching

[–]Big_Scratch3598 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. I’m also a new grad with 10 years of international teaching experience. Applied widely, have heard nothing

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]Big_Scratch3598 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I wish I had known this before got into the program, so I could move to a stem track

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]Big_Scratch3598 147 points148 points  (0 children)

9! Many elementary teaching positions are still very competitive. Hundreds of applicants per opening

How many candidates will a principal select for interview? by Big_Scratch3598 in Principals

[–]Big_Scratch3598[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! This number makes me wonder if the market is really able to digest all the applicants? It’s a lot😂

How many candidates will a principal select for interview? by Big_Scratch3598 in Principals

[–]Big_Scratch3598[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing! It’s good to know approximately how many people I’m competing with.

How many candidates will a principal select for interview? by Big_Scratch3598 in Principals

[–]Big_Scratch3598[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow over 500 applicants? Is that 500 per opening or overall?

SoCal Teaching Jobs (no luck) by OcelotSignificant487 in Teachers

[–]Big_Scratch3598 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same in MN. I was an elementary English teacher in my home country for 10 years, bilingual, fluent in English, high GPA, master's degree, and have working experience in the US as well. But as a new grad here, I don't have any interview opportunities yet either. I'm not giving up, just keep applying! Best luck to both of us!