Teacher interviews?

Question

I simply want to know how I can keep receiving letters of regret from school districts when I didn't even interview for the position? If they are simply looking at my resume, letters of reference, transcripts, etc., isn't that bias by not giving me the chance to interview? I'm a grown woman and I know that it's just business so I suppose I'm just letting off steam. I was hoping once I got my degree I would be able to get a decent job. So, is it just a worthless piece of paper? My degree is in History/Secondary Social Studies which is what a lot of people have so I understand there is competition but I'm hearing from friends who have degrees in Math that are having problems. Your opinions please :)!

Answer 1

no clue sorry

Answer 2

not sure sorry =/

Answer 3

my schools edu job fairs still a lot of alumni coming back, some that graduated years ago.

that makes me nervous.

i think whats on paper isnt exactly who the person is face to face. good thing and bad thing. but i do think that they should be giving a better opportunity then just glancing and immeadiately rejecting you..

good luck!

Answer 4

That sounds disappointing, but at least they are letting you know something. Many school districts don't let you know one way or the other. Try taking a look at your resumee' as if you were the potential employer. Ask a couple of friends to critique it and offer suggestions. (You might also try taking off the name so they'll feel less guilty about giving a "true" opinion). If that still doesn't work, try asking a former professor or your college's employment advisor for some help and/or connections. Good Luck!

Answer 5

become a  sub first.

Answer 6

Sounds Rigged.

Answer 7

Do you have a head hunter looking at schools for you or are you in a pool as a sub? Just some ideas why you might be getting them. I know teaching jobs are hard to come by where I live unless you want to work in the inner city and even those arnt the easiest to find.

Answer 8

Lots of districts do this.  Often times, they post positions because they have to, but they will hire internally first, meaning they'll hire teachers already teaching before hiring outside.

I agree with FanMaker (sorry I forgot the name), try subbing in some buildings.  That gives principals a chance to know you and how you work.  In today's teaching market, most principals like to deal with persons they know or have had a good report with in their buildings.    Good luck.

Answer 9

it could be that they've already filled the position because it is so competitive!

be glad you're getting a letter, most places wouldn't bother!

teaching is a hard profession right now. i have a few friends who have had to move across the country to find jobs!

keep looking you'll find something :-)