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[quote=Anonymous]What did you study for your PhD? If it is science or math related, there are several openings currently posted in MCPS careers (as of a week ago). I would strongly consider subbing to get an idea of the age group you want to teach. It may be beneficial to look at the available job openings, email the principals and ask to set up a 10-20 minute meeting — not as job interviews but to ask for feedback. It may open some doors for future employment. You could also speak with the hiring dept but my experience with MCPS leads me to believe it’s much easier to get your foot in the door if you have a direct connection. If you have kids in MCPS, you could also ask to meet with their principal.

If finances are not a concern, try to get hired as a para as a way to get to know the staff and admin. I would also consider tutoring on the side. You could start as a tutor under an existing company, and if it resonates with you, branch out on your own.

And yes, I agree, there are way too many hoops to jump through just for certification! I’ve seen multiple paras that are more than qualified and have good classroom management (and have MA degrees), and have also experienced the opposite — fully certified teachers who are little more than a warm body occupying the space. [/quote]

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