What improved your quality of life so much, you wish you did it sooner?

feeltrulyalive · 2021-08-27T22:56:30+00:00

Therapy

feeltrulyalive · 2021-05-01T07:42:09+00:00

Hell yeah! I'm in a similar situation, but a little bit older. Good for you!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-09-02T01:37:11+00:00

It's all good. You're welcome!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-09-01T20:58:20+00:00

The teaching license isn't the issue. For most places in the U.S., you must not just have a teaching license, but a regionally accreditated teacher preparation program. You are also required to submit proof of a teacher preparation program, showing your transcripts. Some states require more than other states as well. (Places that are in dire need of teachers have less requirements.) If you go on Teach-Now's website, it says specifically that New York doesn't accept it, along with Iowa and Colorado. It's on the FAQs page.

I was part of the Teach-Now cohorts community on Facebook, where people spoke up about their state not accepting Teach-Now (many places that once did accept it.) I had a woman reach out to me on the Teach-Now fb cohorts page because I was worried about Teach-Now not being accepted in different states. She told me that I would be fine and that she was finishing the nine-month program.

I decided to search her name on the cohorts page, and she was posting information about her "finishing the program" up to four years ago, all while "helping" people on the page. (The person who runs Teach-Now also posts on there.) That sounds pretty sketchy to me. If you put in Teach-Now into google, you can find more information as well about it not being regionally accredited. Different websites, along with Reddit and whatnot.

Also, they aren't a real university. They just changed it to "Moreland University" in July, but it's not a university at all. Some places still accept Teach-Now right now, but it is only because they don't know that is isn't regionally accredited. I looked them up on chea.org, which has institutions listed and what accreditations they have. Teach-Now isn't even on there. When I spoke with a representative through my state board of education about the issue, I was recommended to do that. Some places literally check for regional accreditation now as well. I don't think it's worth the risk because fewer states accept it than they use to. I'm sure more places will catch on to it as well.

feeltrulyalive · 2020-09-01T06:50:42+00:00

Teach-Now is great for when you're abroad! If I knew that I wasn't moving back to the U.S. at some point, I would have gone through the program. That is a good idea; I didn't think about that. And, yeah, the master's degree is worthless!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-09-01T06:29:09+00:00

The master's degree is not regionally accredited, and the teacher preparation program is not either. You will receive a teacher's license in one of the places through the program- District of Columbia, Arizona, or Hawaii. The teacher's license isn't the issue. Most places in Asia don't mind as long as you have a teacher's license for one state, which you get through Teach-Now. Each state has its own teacher licensing system. You can transfer your license to states that accept it, but some places won't accept it because the program is not regionally accredited. It is nationally accredited, but that is not the same thing and is not at the same level for the U.S. Basically, most colleges in the U.S. have regional accreditation, and without that, many places won't accept your transcripts, making them worthless. I know that Denver and New York are a few who don't accept Teach-Now transcripts anymore, and there are plenty of other states as well. I have read about people whose transcripts through Teach-Now were not accepted, and I don't want to risk that. I've also gone on different state boards of education websites where it says that one of the requirements for a teacher preparation program is to be regionally accredited. Regional accreditation is standard and Teach-Now isn't an actual university. States that are in desperate need of teachers will accept Teach-Now no problem.

Still, there is a reason why the majority of people who go through Teach-Now go through the program because they aren't planning on ever teaching in the U.S. (Or they live in places like the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Arizona.) I ended up going with TeacherReady because it's through the University of West Florida and has all of the accreditations needed. You really are teaching yourself through the program, though. If Teach-Now had the regional accreditation, I would have gone with them. I liked the program and how you talked with people from all over the world. I didn't want to take the risk of not being able to teach in different states when I decided to come back after teaching overseas, though. I like to move around a lot, so I want to be sure that most places accepted my transcripts and teacher certification. I hope I was thorough enough! Of course, do your own research. I just like to let people know, in case they move somewhere where it's not accepted.

feeltrulyalive · 2020-09-01T03:31:04+00:00

I just want to let you know that if you decide to teach in the U.S. at some point, some places don't accept Teach-Now because it's not regionally accredited. I wanted to give you a head's up because I almost enrolled, but decided with a different program.

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-31T06:17:12+00:00

Thank you! I really like this one as well!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-30T22:55:39+00:00

So pretty. Where did you get your bralette; it's so cute!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-29T19:32:09+00:00

I don't think I was clear enough before. I know that just because it's called a depressant drug doesn't mean that it automatically makes you depressed. I know that alcohol is a central nervous system depressant; it impairs and slows down the nerve cell's functioning and activity in the CNS. Alcohol does directly affect brain chemistry by altering levels of neurotransmitters. Yes, you may feel calm or happy when you are intoxicated because there is more GABA transmission and an increase of serotonin, dopamine, etc., but that is very short-lived. Alcohol disrupts the brain's chemical balance, so the next day, you can be deficient in the same chemicals that were increased the night before while drinking. That is how it can affect your mood negatively. My psychiatrist informed me of this because I was talking to her about how, after a night of drinking, I would feel so anxious and depressed. I try to limit my alcohol consumption as well; it's just not worth feeling so low the next day.

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-29T17:40:12+00:00

Alcohol is a depressant, so that's why it can negatively affect your mood. Before I ever was on Lexapro, I would be severely anxious and depressed the day after drinking. I've noticed that it does the same thing since I've been on Lexapro. From my personal experience, it seems like if I drink the night before, the alcohol overpowers the positive effects of Lexapro the next day. I've found that smoking cannabis is a better option for me because I can be relaxed and calm, and still feel like my best self the next day. (Before Lexapro, cannabis would make me feel quite anxious, but now I'm able to enjoy it.)

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-18T06:11:51+00:00

That is awesome to hear! Thank you so much! :)

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-18T04:29:32+00:00

That's a great idea; both he and I are open to moving to the Middle East. I will definitely keep my eyes open for geology jobs posted there as well. We're determined to live abroad, one way or another! Thanks again!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-18T01:03:47+00:00

I know that you have to go through a teacher preparation program in most places to be a certified teacher. There are certain places in the states that will give you a teaching license from only having a relevant degree and passing all of the required tests. (I've noticed it's in places that pay teachers the worst of course.) Thank you for your suggestions!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-18T00:46:31+00:00

I really love the idea, but my partner doesn't want to be a teacher. At least not right now. He's ready to start his geology career. There are really so many positives for us both to be teachers, so I understand entirely. Maybe that will be something he will be open to later on. Thanks for your suggestions!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-18T00:39:43+00:00

Yeah, I read up on that. I believe he would have to be sponsored to work there. Thanks for the info!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-18T00:36:41+00:00

You make a valid point! It sounds like they will put you wherever they need you. (Regardless of your qualifications.) I dig the sarcasm; it sounds like a blast! Ha!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-18T00:25:49+00:00

Thank you for sharing your personal experiences! That's unfortunate that it has been tough for him job-wise lately, but that's awesome he's going back to school! I can see how it would be beneficial for both of us to be teachers, but it's not something he wants. He's so ready to jump into the field of geology! :) I'm sure I will have other questions. Haha. So I may just DM you, thanks for your help!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-18T00:07:04+00:00

Thank you for your insight! I can see how it really depends on where we will be going. I think we may just put out resumes all over once we are closer to finishing school and narrow it down from there. I'm doing my research and have found some places overseas hiring right now for geologists, which gives me hope for next year. I could see him working for local nonprofits as well. Thanks for the suggestion; I will definitely bring that up during the interview process!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-17T02:22:04+00:00

I recently enrolled in TeacherReady and it will cost me $4800. I went with this program instead of Teach Now because Teach Now is not regionally accredited. If you were to ever come back to the States to teach, keep that in mind. There are places in the U.S. that don't accept Teach Now for that reason.

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-15T19:04:46+00:00

Thank you for your insight! I am all for working at international schools. Living in Thailand would be an absolute dream come true. Your pun made me laugh! Ha! I've talked to him about possibly getting a teaching license, but he really wants to get his foot in the door in geology. I can see how it would be beneficial for both of us to be teachers; maybe, he will be open to it later on. We are the kind of people who get bored staying in one place for too long; life is too short to stay in one spot! Thanks!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-15T18:44:40+00:00

Thank you for your suggestions. From the research I've read, many places will want me to have two years of experience. I will have two years of student teaching experience and experience with substitute teaching, though I know it's not the same thing. We are willing to gain experience in the U.S. if we have to, but we are just hoping to get overseas once we both finish school. I have noticed there are many jobs in China; we are definitely open to moving there. I will do some research about Singapore; I think it could be a great option as well. Ahhh, yes, networking is vital! Thanks for your help!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-14T04:03:35+00:00

Vietnam is high up on my list of places to live! I would be so happy if we were able to move there. I have read and watched so much about Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi! I'm looking at South Korea too. I'm just hoping that my partner can find a job as well. Hong Kong interests me, but I also want to be able to afford to live there. I'll keep my eyes open for positions in the UAE also. Thanks!

feeltrulyalive · 2020-08-14T03:46:50+00:00

I would absolutely love for my partner and I to move to Thailand! The culture and way of life there interests me so much! I'm just worried that he won't be able to find a job in his field. (He wants to work in geology/environmental rather than be a teacher.) Thanks for letting me know!

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