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[quote=Anonymous]It is more a lack of talent and ability in the teaching profession rather than a lack of people with teaching credentials. Also, an inability to pay for the skill set and ability of the teacher is a problem.

I tried to get teaching jobs in 2010 and could not in this area. I was told I was overqualified because I have a content area BS degree and a master's in teaching, but under-qualified to teach college because I did not have a MS in the content area in which my BS was awarded. I would pursue this degree as well, but I would have to give up a flexible job that pays better than my first teaching job in order to do this. It hasn't been worth it economically for me to give my current placement up to go back for a second master's. Back then, I left the state to teach until my DH was promoted.

The teachers that I do see employed in my DC's elite privates do not have bachelor's degrees in the content area as I do or comparable degrees. There is one school in DC that hires them, but only without master's in education degrees.

I occasionally see part-time placements seeking a candidate with my background but am not interested in part time teaching responsibilities. They are not truly part time expectations but the pay is poor and there are no benefits.[/quote]

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