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Dear Guidance Counselor-
Do you thinking building a portfolio for a teaching career is important? I have heard mixed opinions on the subject and just wondered if you think a portfolio can be a valuable tool to bring on teaching job interviews? Thanks so much! Becky
Answer:
Dear Becky-
I appreciate your question and I am sure that many educators searching for
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I am a veteran elementary teacher in need of some advice. In recent years it seems more and more responsibilites have put on my plate. My school has made some major cuts this year including many of our special programs. We no longer have a technology teacher or computer specialist. We have been asked to incorporate technology into our regular curriculum, meaning I am
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I'm searching for a school where I can earn my bachelor's degree in education. While I know I want to be a teacher, I have no idea where I want to go school. It seems that nearly all schools offer the program I want, but I have no way of knowing if the school's teaching degree program is a good one. Do you have any tips on narrowing down my choices to find the school with the right teaching degree program
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I am in the process of earning my teaching license in order to become a certified elementary teacher. I was wondering if you could give me any information about the test that is required to earn a teaching license. I worry that I won't pass and am looking for any tips on what I can expect. Thank you, Ellen
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Dear Ellen,
I think it is only natural to feel nervous about the teaching license exam and I know that many future teachers posse
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Hello Guidance Counselor-
I have a bachelor's degree in education and have been struggling with deciding what kind of job I want to do . Can you give me some ideas about careers in the field? I am considering pursing a master's degree in a specific area of education and wondered if there are any options I haven't considered.
Best,
Shana
Answer:
Dear Shana,
Great question and one that certainly comes up a lot. When t [...]
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Dear Teacher,
I have always dreamed of being the first member of my family to go to college, and I want to earn a bachelor's degree in education. I really want to become a teacher and think I'd be good at helping kids. The problem is that I had to drop out of high school when I was 17 to work. Now I feel trapped in my job and have no support system to give me encouragement or advice on how to better my life. I don't even thin
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Hi Guidance Counselor,
I've been searching for teaching jobs and have my very first interview in a few days, but I am extremely nervous. I am trying to mentally prepare myself, but am finding that impossible because I don't know what to expect. Can you give me any hints or ideas about what I will be asked? I'm afraid I'll bomb the interview in this state of mind. Thank you, Courtney
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I recently graduated from high school and am working as a waitress. I would like to have a career instead of just a job, but can't see myself committing to college for 4 years. I was wondering if I can become a teacher assistant without going to college? Also, what is involved in a job as a teacher assistant? I might like to eventually become a teacher, b [...]
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I have been an elementary teacher for almost 10 years now. I enjoy teaching, but know how demanding and challenging it can be. I just received my class list for the upcoming year along with a briefing from my administrators on some of my future students. It seems I will have several students with special needs in my class, including some struggling readers, a child with Attention Deficient Disorder, and one with an emotional disorder that includes behavior and social challenges. I've nev
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Dear Teacher,
I am thinking about a career change because I want a job where I can help people. I am debating between nursing and teaching. I think a more rewarding career will keep me motivated at work. Can you tell me what kind of individuals make the best teachers? What characteristics do you think are necessary for teachers to have? Thank you, Annabelle
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Dear Annabelle,
Changing jobs can be a stressful process and one th [...]
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