Have you found a teaching job?

Question

If so, which state?

Answer 1

Depends on what you want to teach. I teach high school cience and only had to put out one application (in massachusetts) to the same school i did my student teaching and was hired. But science teachers are in relatively high demand. I wouldn't have been so lucky if I wanted to teach english or history.

Answer 2

Over the past 25 years, I have found six teaching jobs. I have been in my current position for ten years. All my positions have been in Illinois. If you're having a bit of trouble, it could be related to your particular subject area in which you are certified to teach. If you're in Special Education, you'll not have trouble finding a position. Likewise, those in Mathematics and Reading will find positions available. If you're in Physical Education, Art, or Music... good luck... you can find positions, but perhaps not geographically where you would like to be. My advice comes from experience, so here goes: Apply for EVERY position in which you are qualified... and yes, if that means mailing out 300 letters and resumes, you do it. I've sent out hundreds myself, I know it's a pain, but it has to be done. Just be sure your resumes are top-notch and reviewed by someone other than yourself. You simply can't have typos or errors on it of any kind. Your letters must be addressed to an individual... call the school and get the name if you must. If you want to increase your odds of employment, call every school district in your area... but here's what most people do NOT know. You're thinking, hey, I should talk to the principal or superintendent, right? NOPE... you want to talk to the sweetheart of the district... the school secretary! They know everything! They may know about an opening before the administration. So, get your computer going with the letters and resumes, and get dialing for positions. When I did the cold calling to school districts, I'd simply say, "Hi, I'm Mike Sxxxxx, and I was wondering if you had a (your subject or grades) teaching position available. Could you help me?"

Answer 3

I teach in Texas. I have never had problems finding a job, but there are subjects easier to find positions than others. I have always been one to be involved in positions that others don't focus on. Try ESL, Special Ed., Math, Korean, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Russian, you understand what I am saying. Also, a lot has to do with your personality. I am exceptionally outgoing and product driven. I hate lecture teaching. Most schools like the students to have fun learning and are product driven. In other words they want the students to be happy, parents to be happy and they want to see results.

Answer 4

I have taught in three different states: Illinois, Alabama, Indiana. Currently in Indiana and at this school for 9 years. 20 years teaching total. Our district seems to have the hardest time finding math and English teachers. I don't know your certification, but science jobs are plentiful, too.

Answer 5

There are jobs in probably every state. The issue is the type of district. Many are inner city or charter schools. From my experience, the better districts want to see you as a substitute before they hire you.

Answer 6

I am a current teacher, but most teachers say the best states to look are the following: Florida, Nevada (Las Vegas), North Carolina, and more recently I have been hearing Arizona. I have looked into North Carolina and believe me, they are looking, but a lot of them are charter schools.

Answer 7

Yes, Missouri

Answer 8

24 years in Missouri here

Answer 9

nope still looking. certified from PA in 7-12 social studies. looking in md, va, nc, sc. Any suggestions/ideas?