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

2. The Bishops 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 Bishops, 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 Disadvantages of Public Schools lack of facilities for teachers outdated books and equipment little control over their lesson plans complaints may not be addressed quickly (note that there is lots of variability; not all schools fit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. Work while 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)Carney Sandoe) Interview – typical day

13. On site Interview Schedule

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