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Anonymous
02/18/20 at 5:15PM UTC
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Falling off the ladder, with no one to help me up

I'm a teacher. I've been in education in various capacities for the past 14 years, but haven't worked a decent full time teaching job since 2012, when budget cuts left me without a position. Luckily, at that time, I had my husband's income flow, so it wasn't as devastating as it could've been. Fast-forward to 2017, when he and I separated; I was finishing my MA in order to make myself more appealing to local school districts (we're required to have a Masters by year 10), and even earned an additional certification on my teaching license. I was substitute teaching then, and eventually added a part-time position at a local university. It's now 2020. I'm still subbing, and still teaching part-time at the university. I'm still without an adequate income. I have a child to care for, a mortgage to pay, car payments, student loan payments, and credit card payments (thanks, ex husband!) to pay for. I've applied to 16 different public school systems, 5 universities, and hundreds of federal and corporate jobs. NOTHING. I don't know what I'm doing wrong. It just seems as though because I'm in the situation I'm in, people are reluctant (read: not at all interested) to hire me, which is just keeping me sinking further and further. "Get in as a sub--that'll get your foot in the door! You're sure to get a full-time job then!" Nope. Wrong. "Apply to the government! Teachers have all sorts of transferable skills! You're sure to get a job!" Nope. Wrong again. And so it goes. I need help. And a job. Any insights, dear readers?

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LEANNE TOBIAS
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02/18/20 at 8:43PM UTC
My suggestion is that you present your situation positively, if you are not doing that. What employers need to know is that you love teaching and are an outstanding instructor, that you returned for and completed a master’s degree and a new certification mid-career, and that you seek a full-time position. I would imagine that being an excellent substitute teacher hones your instructional skills, in that you must instantly take command of a classroom. I hope that you are mentioning how your current work both hones your ability to teach (substitute teaching role) and to design and execute a sustained and complex teaching program (your university job.) If you are mentioning your marital status and your need for additional income in interviews, in cover letters, or on your resume, don’t. These points are extraneous and will not help you get hired. What employers need to know is that you have the needed skills, are well-organized and are ready to return to the classroom. With respect to roles outside teaching: concentrate on jobs that directly leverage your teaching skills, such as jobs that involve training. In addition, research the company or government agency to which you are applying and the type of training that you will be required to provide, so that you are comfortable with the subject matter area and any specialized terms used.
Anonymous
02/18/20 at 7:33PM UTC
You have more than one certification? Did you finish Masters? And why do these people know your situation? "My job was downsized so I went back to school to get my masters and another cert and am looking for a job." Thats all they need to know. Colleges are notorious for paying adjuncts low wages. Are you taking care of yourself? Physically and mentally?
Lady Pele
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02/18/20 at 6:26PM UTC
What is your teaching focus? What city are you in or are you looking for? Will your resume and LinkedIn profile get people's attention (in a good way)? Have you compared your resume to others with similar credentials (or Google "sample resume for ")

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