AboutDebba Robinson Expertise I can answer questions about reading at all levels, English as a Second Language, elementary math, science and social studies as well as general education matters. Individuals interested in teaching in international schools can contact me for information on how to begin the process of looking for jobs overseas.
Experience I have been teaching for 30 years with a MEd in Reading and Language Arts, a BA in Elementary Education. For 6 years I taught computer to grades K-8. I have taught in combined grades (K-2 and 2-3 splits)in the US and overseas. The bulk of my elementary experience is in second and third grades, although I've taught K, 1, 2, 3 and 5 as a self-contained experience. Twenty-two years of my experience teaching has been in international schools in Africa and Asia.
Education/Credentials MEd. in Reading and Language Arts
BA in Elementary Education Certified principal K-12. Currently the director of the American International School of Niamey, Niger.
Question Hi,
I am a special education teacher in Australia. I have a Graduate Diploma, and a Masters Degree in Special Education, plus a Bachelor of Education (Primary). I have more than 15 years experience in teaching in special education. What chance do you think I would have of getting a teaching position anywhere in the US in special education?
Maureen D.......
Answer Dear Maureen,
Actually, with the crack-down on education brought about by No Child Left Behind, you might have a very good chance. There is a shortage of teachers in some areas. The problem is that each state is different and has different requirements for certification. Some states offer reciprocity to other states, but I have no idea about certification from other countries.
Your best bet is to write the State Department of Education from the states you might be interested in (at the state capital ... so, NH Department of Education, Concord, NH 03301 as an example) and ask them if you can get certified, what they would require, and if they know of any schools that would be interested in hiring someone from overseas.
You could also contact some universities in your target states and ask them what they know about availability of jobs in your field and how one would go about getting hired.
Also, contact Carnae & Sandoe in Boston, MA ... Carney, Sandoe & Associates, www.csa-teach.com ... they might even be able to find you a job! They fill positions in many states and around the world!
I've not lived or worked in the US for the last 25 years, so this one is a tough one for me beyond this advice.
