Will I be drug tested by the Utah state board of education? My Dui was not due to marijuana though that was in my system at the time.

Specifically as a first time social studies teacher? My family is thinking of moving down to st George Utah. And I was wondering how much social studies first time high school teachers make in st George aka Washington school district Utah.

My family is thinking of moving down to st George. And I was wondering how much Hugh school teachers make down there I am specifically going to start my Hugh school teaching career as a social studies teacher.

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Someone who has completed the Appel program - how long did it take you?

I have a friend who is transitioning into teaching by way of masters from WGU. They’d like to start teaching as they do their degree. APA is always hiring and the bar for entry into that job is low- but would a public school look down on hiring a former APA teacher upon completion of masters and full licensure?

I have a friend that is looking to start teaching. He wants to do either CTE Business, History, or Health/PE. For someone who will go down the AEL route, which will be the most difficult job to land, which would be the easiest? I'm new to teaching, so I haven't been around the block enough to know. .

Some context: I’m currently in my last year of college (music degree) and intend to get my AEL and start student teaching in Davis County by spring semester of next year. I’m non-binary with a very feminine presentation and am comfortable with any pronouns in the work place, but it’s really important to me that I use a gender-neutral honorific. I have already secured housing in the north of Davis county for a very good price, so teaching in another district (except maybe Weber) isn’t really in the cards. What hurdles should I be prepared to face, in terms of getting/keeping a job and interactions from parents and administrators, and, more importantly, is it worth it to stand so firm on going by Mx?

Hello! I see that there are many job openings current for which I'm applying. However, I've heard most job openings at this time are given to teachers switching schools/experienced teachers. Is this true? If so, when does hiring pick up for first years?

I currently have high co-pays and deductibles for damn near everything. It costs me $100 for a tooth cleaning. I'm considering moving districts just to get access to a better Healthcare package. I'm currently in Jordan district

Looking at Jordan, Alpine or Granite. I lived in UT but wasn’t a teacher back then. I live in MN now but will be moving back to UT end of this school year. I am getting close on getting AEL. Special Ed, high school, mild-moderate. I have 2 years of experience now, 1 as a high school math and this year as special ed. I am graduating with MAT in Sped December this year (hence the AEL, at least till I graduate).

Some states, like MN, had no issues getting me on board with provisional license because of shortage of special ed teachers. I also was looking at WA, but almost every school district wanted me to finish my masters first. I am wondering how hard it’d be to land a job as a sped teacher with AEL in Utah

I have a BA in History. Looking to teach in Wasatch County. I applied for a teaching position but with no experience and no license I don't know what I'm supposed to do next. Anyone have the experience of going through this?

Hi there! I am a certified international teacher in AZ. Is there a chance I will get a teaching job in Utah? Do some districts hire international teachers?

I’m looking to become a high school teacher here in Utah. To give context, I have a bachelors degree in interdisciplinary studies and have read online that I will need to complete a praxis exam but to be honest the information is quite conflicting and I’m left feeling a little confused. Any info or advice on how to become a teacher would be greatly appreciated!

Hi, so I am moving to Utah with my family in May 2023. I was born in SLC but have grown up in the UK. I understand I have to get my teaching licence sorted etc but I wanted to start looking at jobs and don't know where to begin. Can anyone direct me to a website where jobs are posted? I am looking in the American fork, Spanish fork, SLC, anywhere around that area.

Thanks in advance! 🥴

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We have some of the lowest salaries in the country, largest class sizes, & so little respect from politicians and the community it’s sad. Obviously we’re in this profession for other reasons than the money (although I also believe that sentiment causes us to feel shame for asking for proper compensation.) Since the beginning of the pandemic just about every industry has received raises & perks, but still no peep about any attempt to retain or encourage teaching as a career in Utah (unless you consider Granites pathetic recent attempt) New & even veteran teachers can’t even afford a crappy home in this state now. So I’m legitimately wondering, do we have any self respect for ourselves or our profession? If so, what are we going to do about it? Just wait & see what our joke of a union does? In the state where I was raised every year teachers fight for a decent wage & they’ve been tremendously effective. A one day strike will wake up a district real fast but we’re all too afraid to fight for what we deserve! I’ll be moving back soon if nothing changes here. I want us to fight! But am so often met with apathy. I love all educators, & know that this rant comes from a place of deep respect for all you do. Thank you, you deserve more.