Comments on: Dear PoPville – Part-time Jobs – Tutors and Substitute Teaching

By: CE

CE — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 19:38:54 +0000

+100

By: Amanda

Amanda — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:50:08 +0000

I’m the person that wrote about the substitute teaching. I don’t plan on depending on it for money because I know it’s not wise to depend on something so sporadic. I guess I’ll just bite the bullet and go through the process. Thanks for the advice. Oh, and to “anonymous”…I’ll check out Phelps HS.

By: teacher

teacher — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 21:57:53 +0000

The fingerprints and background checks are standard for anyone working with kids. Since I teach in Maryland, I had to do FBI, Maryland, and DOJ. Luckily, my private school employer reimbursed me for the fees.

Another word to the wise: teaching is really hard and not always rewarding, and subbing is even harder and less rewarding still. I’m not sure what leads you to want to substitute, but good luck.

By: D

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 21:22:47 +0000

I am a DCPS teacher and was a sub about 5 years ago when the process was much easier. Your application fee will be paid for after one day. It is a decent gig if you find a school, or a few, that you like and get in with them. In my elementary school, we probably average 2 subs a week, so if you get in good with two schools then you could be working 3-4 days a week and have some flexibility. Word of warning-not all schools are the same, and you should certainly check them out and make sure you are comfortable with the type of school you are going to be working in, the neighborhood, and some activities/games in case you are left with limited plans.

By: xxx

xxx — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:57:26 +0000

Substitute teaching could become a nightmare if you plan on depending on it for money and if you have no background in education. A better idea (for the 2nd person) might be trying for a teaching assistant job NOW (schools are finalizing hiring). This would involve little responsibility in the classroom and significantly less stress than with substitute teaching. Good luck.

By: Kerry

Kerry — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:02:10 +0000

Try craigslist.. There are always parents/companies looking for tutors, especially in math and science

By: SF

SF — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:48:06 +0000

Big enough coffee in that first photo?

By: Alix

Alix — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:44:13 +0000

TO both OP’s try local listservs…I always see requests for part-time including tutors. You could also post your request but maybe you’ve already done so.

On another note: Read this in the WaPo Reliable Source column….quote from Linda Evangelista (aka supermodel) about her job and why she needs a 24/7 hr. nanny….”On days when I’m not working I’m working on my image”.

Hmmmmmm…..

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:37:17 +0000

Shame on Congress for what they’re doing to the FAA workers.

By: eli

eli — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 16:50:06 +0000

MPD is now doing the live scan fingerprints at the Judiciary Square building. I went two weeks ago for a health professional license and it was only about $50 for local and FBI. The FBI does take a few weeks to come back. You might want to check out whether that is an option for you–I’m not sure how long they’ve been doing it, so it could be that it hasn’t been added to the DCPS website for that reason.
I think whatever jurisdiction you end up in is going to require the background check, sorry to say. Best case scenario is if you can get the employer to pay it, but I wouldn’t count on it.