mychoice
Posts:28
 | | 08/14/2008 8:11 AM |
 Alert | I have applied three times for numerous positions at MUSD. Everyday I check their website and the job openings are still there. I don't understand why I haven't even gotten a letter stating the position has been filled. NOTHING! I have previous experience with the Tempe School District and am willing to take P/T; even temporary, just to get my foot in the door. School has started and their are numerous positions to be filled. What is going on there? Can anyone give me some insite on why this is happening? Regardless if I get a chance to interview or not, it is appropriate to send a letter stating either the position has been filled. | | | |
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alanf
Posts:1601
| | 08/14/2008 8:21 AM |
Alert | Have you followed up, or are you just waiting? If you haven't called and asked/followed up at least three times you must not really be interested! Make them remember your name.
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mychoice
Posts:28
| | 08/14/2008 9:32 AM |
Alert | I have left more messages than I care to count; emailed both the HR dept and even had a former Supt of schools in Casa Grande make a call for me, who has been a personal friend for years. I'm frustrated! | | | |
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thick
Posts:652
| | 08/14/2008 9:36 AM |
Alert | | Ugh. I'm sure the schools are beyond hectic at the moment, but at the very least a generic, non-commital response would take 30 secs of someone's time. I don't think that's too much to ask. Keep trying mychoice, and good luck! | | | |
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justcurious
Posts:82
| | 08/14/2008 10:10 AM |
Alert | mychoice,
Have you tried being a substitute in the district? Sometimes that can get your foot in the door. It also gives you a chance to see the people at the different schools in action. Just a thought. Call the substitute coordinator and see if you get any response going that route. Good luck! | | | |
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mychoice
Posts:28
| | 08/14/2008 10:39 AM |
Alert | I do not have my teachers certificate. I was career tech for special needs children in the tempe district. The funding was for only one year program, I knew that going in, but it was the most rewarding experience of my life. We taught kids from group homes, special needs, etc how to live on their own. We made trips to Walmart with shopping lists, utility companies, showed the children how to make change, etc.. I can figure out why funds can't be distributed for something like this. Anyway, I will keep trying and thanks for all the support. | | | |
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alanf
Posts:1601
| | 08/14/2008 10:48 AM |
Alert | | If you are really commited to it, it's time to go knock on some doors to introduce yourself. | | | |
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mychoice
Posts:28
| | 08/14/2008 5:25 PM |
Alert | Commited? Are you serious? I called again today and finally got through to one of the HR people. I talked to her for some time and asked her several questions regarding the criteria of the hiring process. She told me that my name sounded "familiar" and that she would look into it and get back to me today. Guess What? It's 5:30 and I have not heard a thing. My point is that my bad experience has to reflect on the school district. I am sure I am not the only one frustruated. Also, if they don't deem me qualified or suitable for the position, that's ok, all I ask is that I be let known by email, letter or even a courtesy call. I have 10 years of HR experience and this is the worst scenerio of a school district I have ever encountered. | | | |
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Pepperdog
Posts:233
| | 08/14/2008 9:04 PM |
Alert | I don't want to scare you, just let you know what you are getting into.
The current HR director used to be the Sped director.
Scary eh?
Both departments have been and still are under-performing as you so plainly describe.
I hope that the districts' lack of competence in both areas doesn't discourage you. h kids need and deseerve good quality help. Keep knocking, you will eventually get through the wood. | |
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Pepperdog
Posts:233
| | 08/14/2008 9:06 PM |
Alert | Oh yeah,
Keep in mind that if you wanted to make the school board aware they would not allow you to speak as they have a policy that nothing derogatory can be said about any district employee at a board meeting.
Any wonders why they claim not to be aware of problems? | |
Anyone who advocates a "one" world government, a "one" social order, or a "one" enviroment is a communist trying to take away your freedoms. Nature celebrates diversity! | |
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phantomlover
Posts:27
| | 08/14/2008 11:01 PM |
Alert | Posted By mychoice on 08/14/2008 10:39 AM I do not have my teachers certificate. I was career tech for special needs children in the tempe district. The funding was for only one year program, I knew that going in, but it was the most rewarding experience of my life. We taught kids from group homes, special needs, etc how to live on their own. We made trips to Walmart with shopping lists, utility companies, showed the children how to make change, etc.. I can figure out why funds can't be distributed for something like this. Anyway, I will keep trying and thanks for all the support. how are they supposed to hire you if you don't have a teacher's certificate? I thought that was a law? Maybe they only hire high school graduated to become director of their fincances?  | | | |
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frappucino addict
Posts:194
| | 08/15/2008 2:32 AM |
Alert | | I thought the guy who is in charge of finance used to be the high school principal... How on earth can he only have a high school diploma? | | | |
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RichTig
Posts:0
| | 08/15/2008 8:11 AM |
Alert | Posted By mychoice on 08/14/2008 5:25 PM Commited? Are you serious? I called again today and finally got through to one of the HR people. I talked to her for some time and asked her several questions regarding the criteria of the hiring process. She told me that my name sounded "familiar" and that she would look into it and get back to me today. Guess What? It's 5:30 and I have not heard a thing. My point is that my bad experience has to reflect on the school district. I am sure I am not the only one frustruated. Also, if they don't deem me qualified or suitable for the position, that's ok, all I ask is that I be let known by email, letter or even a courtesy call. I have 10 years of HR experience and this is the worst scenerio of a school district I have ever encountered. If its such a bad district, then you should be happy they blew you off. | | | |
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thatperson
Posts:66
| | 08/15/2008 10:32 PM |
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The district is hiring highly qualified teachers. It isn't even enough to have just a college degree. You must have also followed all the proper channels with the state edu dept. As far as being notified that you are "not qualified" or a "position has been filled" I don't understand why you are complaining. If they wanted you they would have called you. The teaching field is getting more and more competitive. I just called NASA back and they said they would let me know (I know how you feel). I guess the best you can do is take richtigs advice and walk away from such rude people who won't tell you what you already know....you are not qualified...... | | | |
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frappucino addict
Posts:194
| | 08/16/2008 1:22 AM |
Alert | | I thought the district was hiring emergency certified teachers. | | | |
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OpenYourEyes
Posts:9
| | 10/10/2008 10:01 PM |
Alert | THIS POVES WHAT I SAID YOU HAVE TO BELONG TO THE CIRCLE OR BE SOMEBODYS FRIEND I APPLIED 3 WEEKS AGO TO WORK PART TIME AS A SCHOOL BUS DRIVER , I HAVE A CLASS A THE SCHOOL AND PASSENGER ENDORSEMENTS BUT GUESS WHAT. I DO NOT BELONG TO THE CIRCLE AND I AM VERY QUAILIFIED DONT FEEL BAD WHEN THEY CAN GET NO ONE THEY WILL CALL I THINK | | | |
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Coyotes Fan
Posts:86
| | 10/11/2008 5:36 AM |
Alert | | OpenYourEyes: if your application was a poorly written as your posts on here my guess is they had no idea what you were applying for, or at the least were embarrassed to have you as even a bus driver. | |
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