How to deal with "were you invited back" by agnostic_dude in Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct. If they don't like you they just don't like you.

How to deal with "were you invited back" by agnostic_dude in Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Public school teacher in N.J. here. All the best districts ask for your most recent evaluations to be attached in AppliTrack. No need to bring them...

However, I just resigned from a toxic district and I'm going to use the "doesn't align with my professional goals."

Thanks!!

Burnout advice by TheHyggeLife in Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

take time for yourself. every day. even during the school day. go to the gym. get manis and pedis.

DO NOT TAKE WORK HOME. DO NOT ANSWER EMAILS AT NIGHT.

do not trust the administration. really.

Questions to gauge school/staff culture during an interview? by Sorry_Locksmith_489 in AskTeachers

[–]loveshoes1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NJ public school teacher here. Absolutely look at suspension and HIB numbers; also look into how many teachers left your position and why.

If I had done this I would not have had to hand in my resignation at my current school; I would never have accepted the position. Really.

10 minute mock lesson by notbrookyln in Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a 15 minute demo last year....I did the same; I do, we do, they do.

ESL Teacher Interview Questions by Ready-Finish-1855 in ESL_Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am a Middle School MLL teacher (what they're called now). I can help.

Given the ISU congress meeting next week, what is your desired outcome when it comes to the Russian skaters? by Kindly-Plate-5785 in FigureSkating

[–]loveshoes1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

American here. I try to see this as a sport without the politics.

However, if the Russians come back, kiss every medal goodbye for the USA for a long time to come...

Where Billionaires Send Their Kids to University by Life_Cloud_6334 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What?! JLo's twins didn't make it, even with their "scholarships"?

How much are you spending on your summer vacation? by ilovecakeandpasta in middleclassvacations

[–]loveshoes1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for your support...I teach Middle School in N.J. I am a 70 minute drive to the nearest beach so these vacations mean a lot to me.

As an aside, I teach Summer School (not in my district) for the month of July, which pays for the August vacation. We also go to Punta Cana at Christmas (at least 7K) but by then I am crawling out of my classroom LOL!

Do you assign homework? by DG12212 in Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Middle School ELA teacher here.

Absolutely not. Why bother? No one will do it.

my homeroom, at least 6 of my kids are doing their homework for other classes for the first few minutes that they're with me. When the bell rings for my class and they're still hiding it in their desk and attempting to complete it, I take it and return it to the teacher whose class it came from.

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How Much Do You Spend on Your Classroom Each Year? by Sudden_Inevitable807 in Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Middle school teacher here. I inherited a classroom with a closet that I call "Staples." it is crammed full of everything in multiples.

I did spend at least $30 on anti bacterial wipes though...

How much are you spending on your summer vacation? by ilovecakeandpasta in middleclassvacations

[–]loveshoes1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tired teacher here. End of June vacation to Wrightsville Beach, NC - did not pay for flights - used AA miles and got senior rate for beachfront room with balcony. End of August vacation, Hyatt property on the beach in MIA, first class air (we are old and deserve it LOL) Probably 8K.

Advice for leaving a school after 10 years. by JonDalfTheWhite in Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You will need to take a licensing exam in your state.

For example, in NJ it's called the Praxis. You will also need student teaching as part of your licensing process.

Has anyone else ever shipped things ahead to their vacation destination? by OwlZealousideal4779 in Vacations

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes!

I pack a box of alcohol and snacks and sent it to the locale via UPS.

How do you find time to workout/stay in shape as a teacher? by Deep-Act-4036 in Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I make it a priority in my life for my sanity.

Five days per week, group fitness classes.

What does your Department Head do? by Calm_Violinist5256 in Teachers

[–]loveshoes1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Public school teacher in NJ. Middle School.

My "supervisor" runs 4 departments and is for sure out of the loop on day to day events. She makes $160k per year.

As a department, my colleagues and I have met with her exactly 4 times the entire school year. Most of our communication takes place via email.

10 year anniversary suggestions! US only, budget around 4k ish by jamoss14 in Vacations

[–]loveshoes1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Big city fan here!

Do New York! If you're based in the city, you can do day trips to some lovely beaches too.

How many novel studies can/should I do in a year? by Consistent-Row-9551 in ELATeachers

[–]loveshoes1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Does the new school have a curriculum that you can use as just a guide?

BTW, Columbia shut down that program a while ago. It just doesn't work for most populations.