Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around finding teaching job opportunities in high schools and colleges in the USA. It includes considerations of certification requirements, job market dynamics, and the distinctions between different types of educational institutions.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses interest in teaching at high schools or colleges but is not interested in university positions.
- Another suggests using the Chronicle of Higher Education for college positions.
- It is proposed that searching for state-specific teaching job boards could be beneficial, along with the need for certification to teach in public schools.
- A participant acknowledges their lack of teaching license and expresses surprise at the requirement.
- Discussion highlights that both colleges and universities typically require a Ph.D. for tenure-track positions, while adjunct roles may have different requirements.
- One participant notes that community colleges may not require a state teaching license, depending on the state.
- A cautionary perspective is shared regarding the job market, emphasizing that candidates with advanced degrees but little teaching experience may face challenges in being hired due to salary considerations.
- Another participant suggests that the original poster may be better suited for post-secondary education opportunities given their qualifications.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the importance of teaching certification and the competitive nature of the job market. However, there are differing views on the implications of having a Ph.D. without teaching experience and the suitability for various teaching positions.
Contextual Notes
There are varying requirements for teaching positions across different states and types of institutions, and the discussion reflects the complexity of navigating these requirements.