Hello and Thank you for responding, "lynne/ca!" To fill in the
void:

- I started subbing in my late 20s. I would like to retire
(conditions permitting) in my late 60s.

- I did move around. At the time I graduated, it was hard to
find a job in my home state, so I moved south to a state that I
liked. Within the state, my reasons for relocating was due to
coaching and wanting to gain experience in different
demographics. I have left all places on very good terms.

- At interviews, I dress well and express myself
professionally, but (to be honest) do "trip up" on some
questions here and there.

- Other than that, my resume is solid, containing numerous
committees I was a part of, some teaching awards, and being an
honorably discharged veteran.

Thank you for your encouragement!

On 7/17/10, lynne/ca wrote:
> I see no problem at all - age discrimination is illegal but
> besides that, your scenario doesn't even sound unusual to me.
> Am I missing something? It sounds like you must have started
> teaching in your twenties, and you still have 15+ years until
> retirement... in terms of age you shouldn't even stand out.
> Much more important would be your resume (have you moved
> around a lot from district to district?), references (sounds
> as though they'd be good), and how you respond to interview
> questions.
>
>
> On 7/16/10, Looking to relocate wrote:
>> Hello. I am a male in my early 40s and am looking to apply
>> in a rural district at the elementary level. I have been
>> teaching for 16 years in grades 4-8, have good evals and
>> letters of recommendation. I am also proficient in
>> computers, as well as in Smart Board and Promethean
>> technology. My "specialty" is History, my discipline is
>> very good, and have served on numerous committees,
>> especially in the field of Social Studies.
>>
>> The reason for my "older" age is because I joined the
>> military after high school, and I served for 4 years. While
>> in the service, I decided to go to college and be a
>> teacher. Once I graduated, it was hard to find a job in my
>> state (PA), so I subbed for 4 years, then moved south.
>>
>> With the above stated, and in the present economic
>> conditions, would I still be a "marketable" employee? I
>> love the elementary level, but am looking at the middle
>> school level in the near future. Thanks for any insight you
>> may provide.

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