Three years ago I went to the Boston SA's fair. I was offered a position in the Middle East. I came home excited to go, my family lost it and I backed out. It's still one of the biggest regrets I have. I didn't have any teaching experience at the time. But now, I've been teaching in Special Education since. I'm licensed to teach PreK, K-6 and SPED K-12. I'll finish a Masters program in the Spring of 2019. Will I be a competitive applicant for the 2019-2020 school year or will my blunder 3 winters ago come back to bite me? With what I'm licensed in, where would I be needed the most (not including the ME)? What do my options look like? Thanks in advance! :)

Thanks for the input everyone! I'm certified in Early Childhood (PreK-3) right now. Once I've finished the Masters program, I'll be qualified to teach all elementary levels.

In one of the responses, the intern position with search was mentioned. I'm not quite sure what the difference is between an intern and a teacher. Is it just the length of time?

I graduated last May (2013). I began working on a Masters this past January (2014). I've started an application for Search Associates, but saw it's preferred an applicant have 2 years experience. I'm willing to teach pretty much anywhere albeit maybe 4 places. I prefer a place where I can work more towards paying off student loans and putting $$ in savings. I'm 27, single and no children. With me having no experience other than student teaching, will it be impossible to find a position for the 2015-2016 year? Teaching and traveling would be a dream come true. It's all I've talked about since I was kid. Do you have any advice, tips or general information that would be helpful in my quest??

Thank you in advance!! I appreciate it!! :)