Pennsylvania has thousands, close to 150,000 TEACHERS who are
UNEMPLOYED..in all areas...Special Education is now a HUGE
surplus in PA as well...........

> On 8/28/09, Josie wrote:
>> Ok, I have posted on this site before. I would really like
>> the truth from someone. I am in my early 40's, changed
>> careers and have certifications in SPLED, English and
>> Elementary Ed. I have worked as a contracted teacher since
>> late last year at a district's alternative school, which is
>> similar to working at a jail. As an earlier poster stated,
>> I am surviving and not teaching. I plan on finishing out
>> this year and just start over subbing for next year.
>> Everyone says to network. How do you network? Will
>> subbing help? Do districts look to hire their regular subs?
>>
>> Should I give up on this profession?
>>
>> Thank you, Josie
>
>
> It is difficult, but not impossible to get a job in SE Pa. I
> know, because I was hired last year at one of the Intermediate
> Units. It is special ed, but I have a contract, unlike some of
> the other districts where they string you along as a long term
> sub and don't offer you a contract for years. You might want to
> consider getting some experience with kids with Autism. There
> are a number of private agencies that the school districts
> contract with to provide services to kids on the spectrum. Also
> when special ed positions do open up in districts often it is
> with this population. These students can be difficult to work
> with, but also very rewarding. I would also look into becoming
> a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Then you could contract
> with the districts yourself. The trick is to find an area of
> specialty where there is a need. Right now I would say that
> area is Autism. The other area where there is a great need
> anywhere you go is Speech Pathology. If you haven't done your
> masters yet, I would get it in speech.
>
> Good luck!

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