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TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #MTedchat! Our topic tonight is “Recruiting and Retaining Educators” Take a moment to introduce yourself: name, role, location.

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Hello #MTedchat Nikki, K-1, Bozeman

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Take a moment to tag a colleague to the chat! Give a shout-out as an invitation to join! #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@heathergauck @mtkristigaines @MTTeacherCoach @hirsch_tara @CAPpress Thanks @heathergauck! Maybe we'll see @annaebaldwin on #MTedchat now!

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Chat will be typical Q1, A1 format. Include #MTedchat on every post.

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi #MTedchat! Rachel, instr coach, Bozeman.

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Tons o' fun #BPSedchat . Keep your twitter hand strong and join is for #MTedchat starting now!

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Your #MTedchat moderators are @cristama & @TriSciCurious. Be looking for Qs coming from @TriSciCurious to join the conversation. #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Your #MTedchat moderators are @cristama & @TriSciCurious. Be looking for Qs coming from @TriSciCurious to join the conversation. #MTedchat

htdcompletely Apr 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello #MTedchat Romain, @betterlesson Blended Learning Coach in Charlotte, NC, in love with your beautiful state!

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

All chats will be archived at https://t.co/BCQ4UrO0Ct #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@NVradenburg You too, Nikki! How are things at LaMotte? #MTedchat

cwdexter Apr 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hi! Chris, 7th grade language arts, East Helena #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Good Evening #mtedchat Kam here joining from Hardin Middle School

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Brett Nichols. Billings Senior High. Social Studies. Master of all I survey. #MTedchat https://t.co/AHhcr1VZr3

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hello Kelly K AP Lockwood. Mtda teacher #mtedchat

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hi! How are you? #MTedchat https://t.co/tU4ifAjJts

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@zoomddy Hi Brett!

SteveWyborney Apr 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Good evening #MTedchat Steve, from Oregon, chiming in.

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: What strategies does your school/district currently use to recruit highly effective & innovative educators? #MTedchat

EHartmanEnglish Apr 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

You wish @zoomddy. But toot your own horn, otherwise who will? Have fun with #MTedchat tonight! https://t.co/OrFToj8zup

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Brett Nichols. Billings Senior High. Social Studies. Master of all I survey. #MTedchat https://t.co/AHhcr1VZr3

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hey #pbischat please join me and jump on over to #mtedchat now for more intriguing educational conversations

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Jean Russell, lit coach from Indiana #MTEdchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: I love seeing interview Qs that have applicants design lessons that integrate content. Great way to see what Ts come up with. #MTedchat

mtkristigaines Apr 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Kristi, 2nd grade Bozeman. New kids' sports schedules--wowza! Just rolling in the door for dinner. I'll be hit and miss tonight. #mtedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hey Nikki how are you?? Enjoyed your blog post for @TriSciCurious last week!! @NVradenburg #MTedchat

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: I am not really sure. I have not been in my district very long, so I am not really qualified to answer that. #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@mtkristigaines Hi Kristi! Tough w after school kid stuff. Glad you're peeking in! #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@KamRenae @TriSciCurious That was a fun project! #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Rt question 1? #mtedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q1: What strategies does your school/district currently use to recruit highly effective & innovative educators? #MTedchat @kinsey80

cwdexter Apr 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Can someone retweet the question? My wifi is sketchy tonight. Crazy wind! #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@cwdexter Q1: What strategies does your school/district currently use to recruit highly effective & innovative educators? #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Q1: What strategies does your school/district currently use to recruit highly effective & innovative educators? #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 We post as an in the paper and with OPI and hope for the best mostly. #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 we try to get them in to do field practice student teaching and subbing #mtedchat

cwdexter Apr 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: My district always starts hiring as soon as possible before Ts get snatched up by other districts. #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Great question #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1 b) I'd like to see 21 C. skills become more of a focus in interviews. 'Techspertise' and innovation. #MTedchat

htdcompletely Apr 5 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1: Here in @CharMeckSchools lots of innovative approaches are used to attract talent. One of my favorite is @OppCulture #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@htdcompletely @CharMeckSchools @OppCulture Looks interesting. A non-profit? Looks available only to certain states? #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A1 #MTedchat we post online including OPI and School website and offer a 2 year mentoring program

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A1 we get every chance of having our school in media. And social media. We want people to say "I want to teach there" #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@kinsey80 Sounds like your district is being very proactive and building some positive messaging! #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@NVradenburg yes, wish they would have had one when I started!! #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1 I would say test drive. Recruit the best. It's easier being in billings of course #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@htdcompletely @CharMeckSchools @OppCulture @publicimpact Thx for sharing. Will check out! #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Q2: Finish this sentence: One of the challenges my school district has w/teacher recruitment is _______________. #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

#mtedchat @kinsey80 the more rural areas have a more difficult time recruiting for sure

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@kinsey80 It’s the same in Bozeman, we always have lots of applicants for Teaching jobs. A good problem to have. #MTedchat

NiemeyerMr Apr 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A1) I think @kinsey80 has got it. It's word of mouth. Try to stay competitive w/nearby districts and states. Great PD here too! #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 We are small and have to compete with the bigger Bozeman district. Salaries aren’t as high in a K-8 rural school #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: ...posting jobs early enough! Seems we might miss out on some quality talent when jobs aren't posted until late April. #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 #mtedchat compensating for the commute and included travel expenses when you don't live in district

NiemeyerMr Apr 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q2) ...staying competitive. We were losing Ts to surrounding areas due to disparity in salary. Travel 2 hours=+ $15K/yr. Ouch. #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A1 hard for us to compete w d2 but we get good people too #MTedchat

NiemeyerMr Apr 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2) I think we could recruit more nationally - but need isn't there, GR8 local ppl! MT is a whole diff life...pace & place! #MTedchat

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2: Nothing! We have great teachers, and we attract new and fresh talent. #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@NVradenburg Do you have much turnover? Seems like a school that prob feels much like family. #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:21 PM EDT

I am missing the questions. Sorry. I'm a little slow #MTedchat

cwdexter Apr 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Dang! Keep having wifi issues! Might not make it 2nite. Remember to sign up for EdCampMT-West on Aug. 2 https://t.co/iolzQuaEVG #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@kinsey80 Q2: Finish this sentence: One of the challenges my school district has w/teacher recruitment is _______________. #MTedchat

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:23 PM EDT

I didn't see question 2 either. Sorry. #MTEdchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A2 competition w big brother to the west. #mtedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@cwdexter Have a graphic we can periodically tweet out for you? #MTedchat

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Got it now! #MTEdchat

annaebaldwin Apr 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A2: Losing people to the district where so many of them live, Missoula. #mtedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q3: With T shortages in Special ED, ELL, mathematics, etc., how do schools/districts tackle filling these high-need positions? #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@SEANFAHEY and @jmattmiller, look who's at #MTedchat tonight: @HESbookdiva Woot!

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@kinsey80 @mtkristigaines #MTedchat https://t.co/5CxUfvj1T1

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Q3: With T shortages in Special ED, ELL, mathematics, etc., how do schools/districts tackle filling these high-need positions? #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3 Seems we need to reach out nat'ly and entice quality Ts to move here. Sell folks on a great #QualityofLife #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3 Needs to start in Teacher Prep programs at college level and ongoing PD for Ts to acquire those skills #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Hi, everyone! Sorry, I had PT conferences tonight. I can’t wait to go back and read the first part of the chat. #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3 we really try to recruit college students to come sub. Do teaching w us. Train them and try to keep them. #MTedchat

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3: Montana schools need to stand out. We live in a great place, but we need to shine. They will come. #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3 we also recruit from other schools or people I have worked with #MTedchat

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Indiana tried introducing a bill to allow districts to offer more money to Ts in those specialties, but Ts were not supportive. #MTEdchat

mtkristigaines Apr 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3: We've had great luck hiring young, innovative teachers for these positions. Pretty spoiled with our hiring pool in Boz. #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@htdcompletely @TriSciCurious I know, right? #MTedchat https://t.co/NlUdfti4fI

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:30 PM EDT

@HESbookdiva Hi, Jean! #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A3. People want to be a part of greatness. Build it and they will come #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:30 PM EDT

I think this is a big factor. Schools must become a destination, not a stepping stone. #MTedchat https://t.co/tvJD9WnBfM

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A3. People want to be a part of greatness. Build it and they will come #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:31 PM EDT

@mtkristigaines We really are. Sounds like lots of rural districts struggle. #spoiled #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:31 PM EDT

@kinsey80 #mtedchat yes and be sure to support greatness and show appreciation to staff!!

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:31 PM EDT

We have some programs for people in other science and math professions to get their Ed degree in 2 years. #MTEdchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:32 PM EDT

@rachelmarker @mtkristigaines Small schools in remote places in MT really struggle. Watch the OPI job site, you’ll see a trend #MTedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Early out for me tonight, #MTedchat. Great to chat w all of you!

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:32 PM EDT

True story. Climate for staff is important. I couldn't have better bosses #mtedchat

rachelmarker Apr 5 @ 10:33 PM EDT

@TriSciCurious @mtkristigaines I believe it. Love your notion of the school being the "destination." Education/schools = PR. #MTedchat

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Common theme. Rural Ds struggle to get/keep talent. Ts need to be REALLY invested in community to stay in those areas. #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Yes, community connections are important for retaining teachers. #MTedchat https://t.co/bx5BDz4E2c

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Common theme. Rural Ds struggle to get/keep talent. Ts need to be REALLY invested in community to stay in those areas. #MTedchat

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Provides opportunity for 2nd career #MTEdchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Yes that is where you really need to focus on climate family pd get coachable people #mtedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Q4: Once recruited, what programs are in place to help educators become part of the school team? #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4 We lack programs but we try to make up for it by being helpful and accommodating to new Ts. Most feel it works well #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:37 PM EDT

A4 #MTedchat we offer a mentoring progam to teachers during their first coulple years on staff

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4. I think plcs are important. Caring admin. We have a team that helps new staff be welcomed. #MTedchat

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Our state requires every new teacher to have an assigned mentor for 1st 2 years. My district has coaches to support new teachers. #MTEdchat

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:39 PM EDT

A4: Billings Senior High Ts & As are simply the best at welcoming / helping new Ts. Great, great people. #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:40 PM EDT

#mtedchat Find Your Marigold: The One Essential Rule for New Teachers via @cultofpedagogy https://t.co/osawn2M1IR

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:40 PM EDT

#mtedchat Find Your Marigold: The One Essential Rule for New Teachers via @cultofpedagogy https://t.co/l9KUoAeREK

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:41 PM EDT

A4 I think you surround new staff w good models and ppl that aren't afraid to fail. Give them basics to succeed put in right spot #MTedchat

mtkristigaines Apr 5 @ 10:41 PM EDT

A4: We have a mentoring program; Shout out to @hirsch_tara, who worked through the TLI to reach out to new Ts through our BEA. #MTEDchat

htdcompletely Apr 5 @ 10:41 PM EDT

A4: I love the concept of hybrid roles. Teacher/designer/coach with time for each. Here is a post I wrote https://t.co/5TdwGvI0co #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A4 celebrate as a school team grade level. Thank people. Recognize them. Give them voice #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Q5: How do schools become “destinations” instead of career stepping stones? #MTedchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:47 PM EDT

A5 Opportunities for PD, growth, lots of positive feedback, support and gratitude have kept me at my small school for 12+ years #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:48 PM EDT

A5. It's all about the people on the bus. I don't want to leave because of my people. #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:48 PM EDT

A5: They help educators move beyond their professional lid. They create positions that help them continue to grow. #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A5 build greatness through climate engagement pd success I would rather love what I do then make more $$$. #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:50 PM EDT

A5. I would rather be appreciated be s part of something #MTedchat

Caab442Dawn Apr 5 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Schools & Communities open to change. #MTedchat

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:50 PM EDT

#MTEdchat @htdcompletely Great post! I am so fortunate to work alongside k-5 teachers, all experience levels in their classrooms for 6 wks

htdcompletely Apr 5 @ 10:51 PM EDT

A5: You know the saying "praise in public, criticize in private". I think private, specific and genuine praise is key #MTedchat

Newsela Apr 5 @ 10:53 PM EDT

#mtedchat: MT students are voting with Newsela! See you at the polls. https://t.co/WfYmZKvk84 #StudentsVote2016 https://t.co/fqrs4hFDc8

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:53 PM EDT

Rt ? 5 #MTEdchat

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:53 PM EDT

A5: Districts need to value Ts, as well as support them. Nothing kills a culture like erratic/inconsistent behavior at the top. #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:54 PM EDT

@HESbookdiva Q5: How do schools become “destinations” instead of career stepping stones? #MTedchat

ConsultJodi Apr 5 @ 10:54 PM EDT

@zoomddy I worked with a rural, private boarding school that got talent, keep talent. Free housing and food is key. #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:55 PM EDT

Q6: An educator tells you they plan to leave the profession. What advice would you give them? #MTedchat

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:55 PM EDT

A5.1: Before being in ed, I had a lot of tech jobs where inconsistent leadership DESTROYED teams. #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:55 PM EDT

#MTedchatQ5: How do schools become “destinations” instead of career stepping stones? #MTedchat

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:56 PM EDT

Encouraging opportunities for leadership, sharing passions and talents. valued have opportunities to grow and fail forward #MTEdchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:57 PM EDT

Challenge: Reach out to another educator in your community to include in next week’s discussion. #MTedchat

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:57 PM EDT

Sorry. Weird tweet. Not enough characters #MTEdchat

NVradenburg - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:57 PM EDT

A6 I’d just listen at first. I would ask why. Many Ts have no one to listen to them. Then I’d invite to my room for some joy #MTedchat

kinsey80 Apr 5 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6. Wow. I would tell them about the kids they have inspired and watched succeed #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6: I’d ask questions. Sometimes what a person needs is someone to talk to in order to make the decision that is right for them. #MTedchat

KamRenae Apr 5 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Hey #mtedchat I am afraid I am going to have to jump out early to frost cupcakes for my Twin's birthday tomorrow!! Thanks for your support!

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Until next week, keep the conversation going by including #MTedchat in your tweets.

hirsch_tara Apr 5 @ 10:59 PM EDT

A6:I think listening and validating their concerns is important, then give positive encouragement. We can do this! How can I help? #MTedchat

zoomddy Apr 5 @ 10:59 PM EDT

A6: listen compassionately. Show I care. Offer support. #MTedchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:59 PM EDT

@NVradenburg Love! #MTedchat

HESbookdiva Apr 5 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Not sure why I can't see ?s. ?6 #MTEdchat

TriSciCurious - Moderator Apr 5 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Wonderful advice, Tara! #MTedchat https://t.co/xkc5wfPn1G

hirsch_tara Apr 5 @ 10:59 PM EDT

A6:I think listening and validating their concerns is important, then give positive encouragement. We can do this! How can I help? #MTedchat

htdcompletely Apr 5 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Thank you #MTedchat for your hospitality. It is bedtime here in NC. Loved the ideas shared and, also...the incredible photos. Keep it up!

mtkristigaines Apr 5 @ 10:59 PM EDT

A5: Create community and culture that's so awesome, strangers stop you to tell you they've heard about your school. #MLlearns #MTedchat