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Independent/Private Schools

Independent/Private Schools. Differences/Advantages/Disadvantages Anna J. Small Roseboro, NCBT. The Bishop’s School, California. 18 years English 7, 9 and 12 Public Speaking Speech Coach (12 years) Department Chair (5 years) Director of Summer Session (16 years).

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Independent/Private Schools

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  1. Independent/Private Schools Differences/Advantages/Disadvantages Anna J. Small Roseboro, NCBT

  2. The Bishop’s School, California 18 years English 7, 9 and 12 Public Speaking Speech Coach (12 years) Department Chair (5 years) Director of Summer Session (16 years)

  3. Prior to Bishop’s, All Public • Michigan • Missouri (Jr and Sr High) • New York • Massachusetts • California

  4. Advantages of Public School • higher salaries • more emphasis on core subjects • diverse student populations (note that there is lots of variability; not all schools fit these characteristics) http://globaleducation.ning.com/group/21stcenturylearningthecoresubjects

  5. Disadvantages of Private School • lower salaries • Less emphasis on core subjects • Lack of a diverse student population (note that there is lots of variability; not all schools fit these characteristics)

  6. Advantages of Private School • more facilities for teachers • newer books and equipment • more control over lesson plans • complaints quickly addressed (note that there is lots of variability; not all schools fit these characteristics)

  7. Disadvantages of Public Schools • lack of facilities for teachers • outdated books and equipment • little control over their lesson plans • complaints may not be addressed quickly (note that there is lots of variability; not all schools fit these characteristics) http://thumbs.dreamstime.com/thumb_191/1191349015dxw2gp.jpg

  8. Advantages of Private School • certification is not required • lower incidents of violence • no governmental bureaucracy (more control over school) • smaller classes (note that there is lots of variability; not all schools fit these characteristics)

  9. Disadvantages of Public Schools • certification is required • higher incidents of violence • government bureaucracy (less control over school) • larger classes (note that there is lots of variability; not all schools fit these characteristics) http://weblogs.cltv.com/news/opinion/mcclendon/NCLB%20Logo.jpg

  10. Summary – Down side • Private schools are known to hire non-certified teachers, but often prefer experience.) • Although skipping certification and teaching in private school may seem an attractive choice, the pay scale is lower.

  11. Summary – Up side • Gain experience before making long term career decisions. • Workwhile earning teaching certification. • Once certified, you may choose to work at a public school, which may provide you with a higher salary.

  12. Getting the job • Word of mouth • Job Fair (Carney Sandoe) • Interview – typical day

  13. On site Interview Schedule

  14. Why teach at all? • Taylor Mali • Poet/teacher • English and Math • Advocate for Career Changers

  15. E-mail for link to PPT w/links ajroseboro@comcast.net

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