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gmoor90 OP t1_je7q19b wrote

Reply to comment by BacktotheFutureTmw in Teaching in Plainfield? by gmoor90

Thank you!

I’m starting at the beginning of the year, so I’m not sure why it says that. I emailed them to ask, but I haven’t heard anything back just yet.

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shtarker53 t1_jebdcx7 wrote

Even if you get stuck at Maxson it's a good jumping off point to other NJ schools. Plainfield has a very high teacher turnover rate and makes licensing and onboarding a breeze. Pro-Tip: Start looking at better school districts on the first day of work. Good luck.

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gmoor90 OP t1_jebej7c wrote

I take it that’s why they bumped me up two spots on the pay scale? They are actually paying me more than what I’m supposed to be receiving.

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shtarker53 t1_jebffz4 wrote

Absolutely. Contact the Plainfield Police and ask about gangs and number of arrests in the school you're assigned to for a better idea of what's in store for you. I believe Scotch Plains might still have a vacancy in your area.... nearby, and much better district.

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gmoor90 OP t1_jebfo49 wrote

I’m currently teaching in memphis city schools. So I’m pretty used to the gang influence. Doesn’t make it any easier though.

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shtarker53 t1_jebfxp8 wrote

Then go to East Orange or Newark... Both pay higher 😀

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gmoor90 OP t1_jebherq wrote

I applied to Newark. Didn’t hear back though. 🤷

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