gmoor90 OP t1_jebej7c wrote on March 30, 2023 at 8:00 PM

Reply to comment by shtarker53 in Teaching in Plainfield? by gmoor90

I take it that’s why they bumped me up two spots on the pay scale? They are actually paying me more than what I’m supposed to be receiving.

shtarker53 t1_jebffz4 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 8:05 PM

Absolutely. Contact the Plainfield Police and ask about gangs and number of arrests in the school you're assigned to for a better idea of what's in store for you. I believe Scotch Plains might still have a vacancy in your area.... nearby, and much better district.

gmoor90 OP t1_jebfo49 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 8:07 PM

I’m currently teaching in memphis city schools. So I’m pretty used to the gang influence. Doesn’t make it any easier though.

shtarker53 t1_jebfxp8 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 8:08 PM

Then go to East Orange or Newark... Both pay higher 😀

gmoor90 OP t1_jebherq wrote on March 30, 2023 at 8:18 PM

I applied to Newark. Didn’t hear back though. 🤷