How to Find Teaching Positions
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for teaching positions is good through 2018. Vocational and kindergarten through high school teaching positions are expected to grow as fast as other fields while preschool teaching jobs are expected to grow faster than average. (See References 3) However, it is important to find the type of position in a location and at a salary you need.
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Determine what positions you are interested in and whether you want to work at private, public or both types of schools. Consider your willingness to move to another state or location for a higher salary or comfort ratio (salary compared to cost of living in that area). Although a state such as California may have the highest salary, it is in the bottom 10 for comfort zone due to the high cost of living whereas a state like Alabama is in the lowest 10 for salary but top 15 for comfort. If interested in another state, contact their department of education for teaching certification requirements.
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Go to the U.S. Department of Education's website for links that provide contact information on charter, private and public schools and colleges by city and state. (See Resources 1) Make a list of all schools and contact information for those institutions located in places where you are willing to work.
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Check with free sites, such as ABC Teaching Jobs.com that list open teaching positions. (See Resources 2) Make a list of any positions you would like to apply for.
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Contact friends in the teaching field and ask them about potential openings. Often teachers do not officially resign until near the beginning of a school year, but others are aware they are leaving. Make a list of any potential openings and contact information.
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Use the Internet or phone directory of a desired area with listings of school boards at locations you may be interested in working for and call each about openings and for information on any postings that are not yet listed but may become open. Check local newspaper listings for private, tutoring and other teaching positions.
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Use your lists of openings and potential openings to find information about each school on the Internet or local library in order to help determine if you are interested in working for that school.
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Call each location to verify contact information and job openings. Mail a resume and cover letter to each position you are interested in applying for.
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Apply for substitute teaching positions at any local school districts you are interested in. Giving potential employers a good example of your work and ability may help you in getting a permanent job that becomes available.
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Tips & Warnings
A professional resume and cover letter are important to getting an interview.
Practice answers to potential interview questions so your responses are polished.
Run a Web search for your name and make sure that you do not have written material or pictures on the Internet that could be viewed by potential employers as damaging.
