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 only 17, but already know 2 things : that i want to be an Ancient History teacher, and that i want to live in America. I want to be in america as soon as i can, so was wondering how to go about it. I am going to be doing a 3 year degree in university in Ancient history next year, but after that i dont know what i would do. Get a teaching qualification over here? or could i move to America and obtain it whilst there? How long would it be realistically before i could be in america permanently?
thanks for your time.
Ben
Answer Dear Ben,
I think you need to contact the US Embassy and see what THEY require for you to be able to move to the US to work. Are you a UK citizen? There are quotas for certain nationalities and if you don't have a profession that is 'in demand', it may be harder. Once you find out what the embassy requires of you, then you can plan better.
Another thought is to contact the university you wish to attend in the US and see what THEY can do for students who wish to study in the US. I've not lived or worked in the US for over 20 years, so it's hard to tell you what you will find. I know that a LOT of teachers are out of work because of the economy, so I don't know that you should get your hopes up.
