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    25 Schools Hiring Now

    25 Schools Hiring Now
    Are you looking for a new job? TheApple has compiled 25 schools that are hiring right now! Browse through these listings and see if you have the skills it takes to land one of these important education jobs. General Teaching Positions Director/Leadership Level Positions Math & Science Teaching Positions Reading/English Positions Special Education Teaching Positions Art & Visual Positions [page] GENERAL ...
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    How to Handle the 6 Toughest Interview Questions

    How to Handle the 6 Toughest Interview Questions
    Equipped with a stunning resume, you are ready to secure that perfect teaching position. Now it is time for the next step: the dreaded interview. This step however, does not have to be an intimidating or nerve-racking experience. By taking some time to prepare, you can achieve the successful results you want. There are many questions that will be asked ...
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    A Successful Interview - The Significance of Enthusiasm & Preparedness

    A Successful Interview - The Significance of Enthusiasm & Preparedness
    Suppose your hard work and long hours of re-working your resume and cover letter have finally paid-off. Tomorrow is the "BIG" interview. Now your nervousness has set in and you're not sure what you'll say. No need to lose your nerve; I've put together great tips that will help you ease those interview jitters. Read on. Keep in mind, the interview ...
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    Lessons Learned: The Very, Very Odd Interview

    Lessons Learned: The Very, Very Odd Interview
    Yesterday, I accepted a job as a third grade teaching assistant at a wonderful San Francisco K-8 school. It feels incredible to have something lined up for next year and to have made my first step forward into a chosen career. However, as described in my last column, I only arrived at it after a long and looping walk, which had ...
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    7 Biggest Challenges Teachers Face

    7 Biggest Challenges Teachers Face
    Educators have the opportunity to make a huge impact on students, but with that opportunity comes many challenges. Many teachers wish their teacher training programs did a better job of preparing them for these real classroom issues. These seven challenges are the most common challenges that teachers face-- regardless of their location or training. Read these seven challenges and add your ...
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    What Not to do in an Interview

      What Not to do in an Interview
    As you are aware, our staff has the privilege of working closely with many administrators, creating powerful documents that ensure they get the job they deserve, and also helping them prepare for interviews. During our conversations, we always make an extra effort to find out vital information about both what administrators look for when interviewing teacher candidates and what turns them ...
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    15 Toughest Interview Questions (and Answers!)

    15 Toughest Interview Questions (and Answers!)
    1. Why do you want to work in this industry? Bad answer: “I love school. Even as a kid, I really liked education.” Don’t just say you like it. Anyone can do that. Focus instead on your history with that particular industry, and if you can, tell a success story. Good answer: “I've always loved education, but my interest in teaching ...
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    10 Highest Paying States for Teachers

    [photo:61328] No one gets into teaching for the high pay, but some areas of the U.S. are known for rewarding their teachers with higher salaries. In this economy, salary may influence you as you decide where you want to teach. These 10 states offer a variety of places to teach, from urban to rural districts, well-known for their high regard of ...
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    TheApple on Facebook & Twitter

    Social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook make it easy to stay connected, even with a busy teaching schedule. [photo:66607] Stay updated on the latest in education by following TheApple on Twitter. Do you Twitter? Please leave your Twitter name in the comments below so TheApple and members can follow you! [photo:66610] If you don't Twitter, fan TheApple Facebook page. Click ...
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    Teaching Salaries Based on Degrees Earned & Location

    Teaching Salaries Based on Degrees Earned & Location
    Are you wondering if getting an advanced degree can help add money to your salary? The answer is "yes." But depending on where you live in the US, the difference may be bigger than you think. The areas where the Master's degree or a Doctorate really pay for themselves is in suburban areas. These figures were obtained by the National Center ...
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    The MOST Comprehensive Teacher Salary Guide on the Internet

    The MOST Comprehensive Teacher Salary Guide on the Internet
    Teaching can be a thankless job, so why not make the most of a career in education by obtaining the highest salary possible? TheApple has complied a comprehensive salary guide to help our members find both the right education-related job and location to match your salary expectations. Our guide consists of best states and states to teach, salary comparisons between a ...
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    10 Highest Paying Jobs in Education

    10 Highest Paying Jobs in Education
    Most job seekers do not flock to the field of education for the salary, but rather for the rewards that come from taking part in the education system. There are such a variety of jobs within the field that the salary ranges of many professions vary drastically. The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics has released its latest findings ...
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    Will Teachers Face a Recession?

    Will Teachers Face a Recession?
    With the current economic climate in the US, everyone may be a bit on edge about the security of their job. What about the state of the teaching occupation? If you want to find out what the predictions are for the demand for teachers over the next decade, you won't want to miss what the latest research suggests. h4. Job Outlook ...
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    Ways to Submit Your Teacher Resume

    Ways to Submit Your Teacher Resume
    1. *Online Postings:* Posting your teacher resume online places it where thousands of potential employers and recruiters can see it. If you have good credentials, then your resume can get picked up fast and easily. Also, many schools have online application procedures for new teaching jobs. Thus, attaching your resume to an online teaching job application is another great way to ...
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    Sell Your Job Skills in Under 15 Seconds

    Sell Your Job Skills in Under 15 Seconds
    With the economy the way it currently is, school districts are receiving teacher resumes from an ever-increasing amount of applicants. Employers are able to be far choosier more now than ever. That is why it is crucial that you make your teaching resume stand out above the rest. It is said that potential employers take approximately 10-15 seconds to scan a ...
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    Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant

    h4. Job Description Teacher assistants provide instructional and clerical support for classroom teachers, allowing teachers more time for lesson planning and teaching. Teacher assistants tutor and assist children in learning class material using the teacher’s lesson plans, providing students with individualized attention. Teacher assistants also supervise students in the cafeteria, schoolyard, and hallways, or on field trips. They record grades, set ...
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    12 Tips to Writing an A+ Cover Letter

    12 Tips to Writing an A+ Cover Letter
    Getting your resume selected and read is the first step toward securing a great teaching position. While your resume needs to be strong and well-written, you also need a perfect cover letter, or letter of introduction, to get your resume read in the first place. 1. Write a concise, yet powerful, cover letter that introduces you to the school. Be sure ...
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    5 Ways to Get the Teaching Job of Your Dreams

    5 Ways to Get the Teaching Job of Your Dreams
    Teachers aspire to a dream job that will allow them to teach and mentor students using their own style and showcasing their skills effectively. Obtaining a dream job leads to increased job satisfaction and a rewarding teaching career. Contrary to popular opinion, getting that perfect teaching job is not as easy as you may think. Apart from fierce competition, there are ...
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    Teaching Jobs in Colorado

    Teaching Jobs in Colorado
    Shortage Areas & Subjects The U.S. Department of Education has identified Teacher Shortage Areas for the 2009-2010 school year. Language Arts Mathematics Natural Science Spanish Special Education Average State Teaching Salary $47,248 Popular State School Districts Denver Public SchoolsRead more. Colorado Springs School DistrictRead more. Fort Collins SchoolsRead more. h4. For more information, "visit the Colorado state website for education.":http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/Licensure_main.asp ...
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    Common Interview Questions, Part 2

    Part 2 in a Four-Part Series [photo:59025] h4. QUESTION: Tell me about a time you faced an ethical dilemma. Intent: The interviewer is looking for evidence of your high ethical standards and honesty. Context: You might want to say you haven't had any ethical challenges, but we all have our ethics tested at some point. For example: • You discovered wrongdoing, ...

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