TEL 470 Review

In Session 2, we learned about the different types of schools in Arizona. Which of the following traits does NOT describe private schools?

• No requirements for accreditation

• Teachers are required to be certified

• Required to meet certain guidelines regarding health and safety requirements

• Free to operate as they see fit without supervision of the state

In session 3, we learned about local, state, and federal government. Who does the school board govern?

• State Legislature

• Department of Education

• School Districts (aka Local Education Agencies - LEAs)

• School Administration

In session 4, we learned about job openings. What does it mean if a job opening has ".5 FTE" in its description?

• It is a part time job

• Smaller class sizes

• You only get half of a classroom to work in

In session 5, we learned about salaries and benefits. True or False: Salaries and Benefits are public information on a school district's website.

• True

• False

What are some ways you can increase your salary as a teacher?

• Obtain a master's degree

• Become nationally certified

• Have more years of teaching experience

• All of the above

In Session 6, we learned about how to build a resume. True or False: You should not include your high school education information when applying for teaching jobs.

• True

• False

In the resume presentation, Trevor gave us an "Accomplishment Statement" format to use when describing our transferrable skills from our past work experiences. Finish the format: Action Verb + Project/Contribution + ...???

• Flattering Adjective

• A Challenge

• Positive Outcome

In session 7, we learned about interviewing. True or false: You should not ask your interviewers questions at the end of the interview.

• True

• False

In session 8, we did a "team simulation" following the next education workforce model. Choose all that describe the next education workforce

• Classrooms have flexible learning spaces

• A team of teachers share a responsibility for a single roster of students

• Each educator has a differentiated role and responsibility within a certain expertise/content area

• The NEW model takes away teacher autonomy and limits their ability to make decisions for what they think is best for their students