How could I accept a teaching job and relocate with no money?

Question

Right now, I am a student teacher, but I will be graduating this May. I am not holding a job at this time because of the high demand of student teaching. I have saved up enough money to last until I graduate. What should I do if I'm offered a job in teaching that would require me to relocate to a new place with me being absolutely broke when the day comes for me to move?

Answer 1

Some schools offer relocation money to you. Ask about it at your interview. Also, banks will offer you a loan--once you are hired-- if you bring in your letter of intent. I moved when I was dead broke and I ended up sleeping on an air mattress for two weeks before I could get some money to move. One more thing, the school district may allow you to get a full paycheck before you get paid and have you pay it back by taking it out of your check. If you find a district that you really love (research that--thoroughly!) and they really love you, then ask them what they can do to get you there. Most will understand your situation and do what they can to get you if they want you.

Answer 2

Why not take half of the money you saved and put it into a 'short term high interest' account. Some banks offer them, but the key is to find the right one. Finding a higher interest account isn't always easy, but there are not too many options when you have enough just to get by.

I surely know that feeling after being on Pell Grants and work/study grants. I was barely making ends meet. Maybe you could consider just a little part time night job at a 7 Eleven, or a burger place that stays open late...and just a couple nights a week and add that money to what you put aside in a second savings account.

I know they are not great ideas, but maybe a couple nights a week would be okay?, until you graduate? I would sure like to help you more, but I'm on the financial roulette wheel myself.

Answer 3

Can you get a job as a tutor now and through the summer, so you can work on your own schedule? Wish I could offer an easy solution, but moving is pretty expensive, and if you don't have family or someone to assist you, you may have to take a temporary job until you can save up the money. Good luck!

Answer 4

Talk to your bank now, see if you can set up a line of credit with them.

Most of them will be happy to set up a small line of credit (e.g. five or ten thousand dollars) knowing that you'll soon have a full-time job.

You can use that money as moving expenses and rent your first year - since as a first-year teacher you're unlikely to end up in the same school as you start teaching in, buying a home is a bad idea anyway.

Good luck!

Answer 5

You may have to take out a small loan to cover your moving and start-up expenses. You could work this summer before having to relocate and build up a bit of money.

Answer 6

That is a problem alot of teacher's face and I know I faced that problem myself. I was able to live with my parents for a little while. You will figure something out or you will not except that particular job until one opens up that will get you some income early.

Good Luck!!!

Answer 7

Well: yourself must know about "Department of Education"
where they will require Teacher's Condentials because public
schools & students wants a Certified person in whom can
give each one an perfect start with goal met !

Answer 8

That's pretty simple: if you have no money, you can't move. Period. You're gonna have to ask friends or family for loans or gifts. Good luck!

Answer 9

Contact the NEA. If you are not a member yet, you should be. I am not certain if or how they can help, but networking with others of the same Dignified profession can be an asset.
http://www.nea.org/index.html