By: mrjohn — June 11th, 2008 — Tips
Substitute teachers in the McCook School District will soon have something to celebrate (and some extra cash to ensure they celebrate in style). The local board of education voted to give substitute teachers a pay raise during their recent meeting. Going forward, every substitute will now receive $100 a day, rather than being paid on a graduating scale from $75 to $95. That was great news for the local teachers because they had not had a raise in over five years.
There is good news for you if you want a pay raise too.
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By: mrjohn — June 2nd, 2008 — High School, In-School Suspension
Substituting for rowdy classes can test the professionalism and patience of many new teachers. Substituting for an in-school suspension coordinator, however, will drive even the most seasoned teacher to the limit. There are many positive ways to handle these types of classes, but Carolyn Jones of Stone Mountain, Georgia, choose none of them.
See what she did, and why you should not imitate her.
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By: mrjohn — May 30th, 2008 — 7th Grade
With over 15 positions to choose from, I am at a loss. Do I take an elementary school assignment and pull my hair out, or do I opt for high school and risk getting my hair pulled out? There are too many choices! But, as I cycle through the postings, a curious thing happens. I recognize the name of a 7th grade social studies teacher. Could Ms. R be a long lost summer crush? Should I accept the job and find out?
Well, why not?
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By: mrjohn — May 29th, 2008 — 6th Grade
One week to go. Five instructional days left. The school is coming to an end and summer, with its lazy days and endless nights, is approaching. And the teachers know it.
The rumor is the best lesson plans come at the end. Is it true?
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By: mrchris — May 28th, 2008 — High School
The year is winding down and jobs are streaming in daily. Teachers are taking this time to put in their “sick days” before it is lost for the year, so as a substitute, jobs are endless. Since it is at the end of the year, I figure I go out on a limb and expand my horizons by going to different schools in the area.
Girls’ P.E. at Light High School sounds good to me.
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