Thanks WeDoDude!! this helps understand a lot! I will be subject-certified because I hold degrees in those fields, not because I just tested out for certs. I was worried if having dependents would bump me down, and I know there are many teachers to choose from that don't have a family and a dog in tote. I'll keep that in mind when applying:D Plus, my fields aren't widely needed, which is my current problem--I can imagine the competition when there's a waiting list of 60K for DODEA jobs. I just don't want to work DDESS, and Japan is desirable.
I already hold my degrees, just need to get licensed. I wouldn't want to live on base, but I was confused on the requirements for that. It's nice to know there's a choice.
@Psyguy: The Virtual High Schools outside the states list the same allowances that overseas educators get, so it makes sense that they'd teach at their duty location. I'd love to work for this section, especially because they seem to be planning for expansion as time runs on. Thanks for clearing that up, it was confusing.
I'll wait a few years to gain the teaching experience. Maybe go through an IB program while I'm marinating...I just want to get the minimun qualifications out of the way and then sit on it for a while. I've procrastinated for many years. Dissappointing, but you have to adjust to life, not the other way around. Hey, if I procrastinate a little longer my dependents will be out of the house and I can afford to work for an international school Haha.
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- Mon Jul 09, 2012 9:19 pm
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@WeDoDude,
I am planning to apply with DODEA soon and had a few questions that excessive research doesn't help me comprehend. If I remember right, when I first started looking into the DODEA (like over ten yrs ago) I understood that you signed on for a 3-5yr committment and could be transferred around to a group of stations connected to that committment. Now, I don't understand how everything is organized, especially with everything overseas being DODEA.
1) When certain Japan stations are listed as 1yr Tour of Duty, is this like a public school contract where it must be reconsidered and renewed each year, making it possible to stay put in one place? Or does it mean you work there for 1yr and then get transferred somewhere else?
2) If working for the Virtual High School, is that for a specific high school or the district? Say, if you were hired and were sent to Okinawa, would you be on a housing waiting list for all bases/posts until something became available (I understand everyone is required to live on base, with the exception of several factors)? Or will you be assigned to one base/post and one waiting list? If you've had your kids in one school and are staying in temp housing on Kadena, but then offered housing too far to commute, is it justifiable to turn down the offer and then live off-base? And with the Virtual High School, will you have to work from the facility or from home?
3) I know that you should never turn down a job or get blacklisted. Is it better to apply for specific openings, or apply in general and hope you get selected for something? Is there a way to only apply for DODEA and not for DDESS or undesirable locations? Like only applying for PAC? Is it possible to only apply for regions?
4) You may not know this, but if you are selected for a position later in the school year and are already teaching, what kinds of penalties (with the departing school) are involved for breaking your existing contract to go to work for the DODEA?
5) I don't understand the RAT info. Does this mean that you and your family will be able to return home and back for the summers with travel expenses paid?
6) How does SOFA work? Is this something that can be obtained before applying for employment or only after you've been selected? Or does this even apply to the situation? To be honest, I don't have a clue what the mess this is.
I'm sorry for the many questions, but so much has changed since I first considered employment with the DODEA. By the time I apply, I will have a Masters in Teaching, ESL endorsement, TAVP, and certified in History, English, Speech, and Drama. I will only have one year of teaching experience, and three dependents (spouse and two children). Will this work to push me up a waiting list? Thank you so much if you've read down this far! :D I have so many more questions, but these are the ones I'm completely stumped on and can't find info for.
I am planning to apply with DODEA soon and had a few questions that excessive research doesn't help me comprehend. If I remember right, when I first started looking into the DODEA (like over ten yrs ago) I understood that you signed on for a 3-5yr committment and could be transferred around to a group of stations connected to that committment. Now, I don't understand how everything is organized, especially with everything overseas being DODEA.
1) When certain Japan stations are listed as 1yr Tour of Duty, is this like a public school contract where it must be reconsidered and renewed each year, making it possible to stay put in one place? Or does it mean you work there for 1yr and then get transferred somewhere else?
2) If working for the Virtual High School, is that for a specific high school or the district? Say, if you were hired and were sent to Okinawa, would you be on a housing waiting list for all bases/posts until something became available (I understand everyone is required to live on base, with the exception of several factors)? Or will you be assigned to one base/post and one waiting list? If you've had your kids in one school and are staying in temp housing on Kadena, but then offered housing too far to commute, is it justifiable to turn down the offer and then live off-base? And with the Virtual High School, will you have to work from the facility or from home?
3) I know that you should never turn down a job or get blacklisted. Is it better to apply for specific openings, or apply in general and hope you get selected for something? Is there a way to only apply for DODEA and not for DDESS or undesirable locations? Like only applying for PAC? Is it possible to only apply for regions?
4) You may not know this, but if you are selected for a position later in the school year and are already teaching, what kinds of penalties (with the departing school) are involved for breaking your existing contract to go to work for the DODEA?
5) I don't understand the RAT info. Does this mean that you and your family will be able to return home and back for the summers with travel expenses paid?
6) How does SOFA work? Is this something that can be obtained before applying for employment or only after you've been selected? Or does this even apply to the situation? To be honest, I don't have a clue what the mess this is.
I'm sorry for the many questions, but so much has changed since I first considered employment with the DODEA. By the time I apply, I will have a Masters in Teaching, ESL endorsement, TAVP, and certified in History, English, Speech, and Drama. I will only have one year of teaching experience, and three dependents (spouse and two children). Will this work to push me up a waiting list? Thank you so much if you've read down this far! :D I have so many more questions, but these are the ones I'm completely stumped on and can't find info for.