goldfinch1313

goldfinch1313 OP t1_ix8kg2f wrote

Reply to comment by Satanic_Doge in Teaching in Newark by goldfinch1313

100%, but it’s pervasive throughout our district. I know in our classroom we’ve tried a ton to get kids to buy in, but they just won’t. I think not seeing the point is a big part of it. Lack of direction and experience, and being able to do very little and pass. Why bother doing the work when you really don’t have to. I don’t really blame them, it’s just tough for us

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goldfinch1313 OP t1_ix8b2ro wrote

Reply to comment by Satanic_Doge in Teaching in Newark by goldfinch1313

I was not planning on working at a Charter school. I’m a big Union guy myself. I saw the salary schedule, and as you mentioned raises don’t start until like year 7-8. With the shortages, theoretically one could negotiate there starting step, but you never know how well that goes. I definitely have better offers from other districts.

Your point about the kids is really what draws me. In most of the schools I have been in, the kids are wildly unmotivated for any tasks. I have been chalking this up to Covid, but if Newark students can be motivated, mine should be too. I think that is a big reason why I want to leave my current district, it’s very unrewarding.

I’m graduating with secondary Social Studies and Special Ed and I love it, so there’s no turning back now! Thank you for your advice!

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goldfinch1313 OP t1_ix8ahsm wrote

Reply to comment by mpchebe in Teaching in Newark by goldfinch1313

Thank you for your response! I’m actually open to moving depending on which job I take. I have six real districts now: Hopewell Valley, Highland Park, Montgomery, Southern Regional, Newark, and Lacey Township.

So I’m all over the place. It sounds like a lot of what Newark is dealing with in regards to admin demands eating into time is happening in a lot of places. My student teaching district is having this issue. I appreciate the advice! It is definitely something to keep in mind!

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