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Hire Me.

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

HIRE ME.

RESUME AND INTERVIEW ADVICE FOR TEACHERS
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A Rockin' Resume

YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION WILL BE ON PAPER
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Resume 101

  • Correct grammar and spelling
  • Print copies on white or light resume paper
  • Only include information and experience relevant to teaching
  • Use strong verbs to begin your bulleted descriptions
  • Include references on separate sheet (resume paper)
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Other Important Points

  • Don't exaggerate
  • Look at different formats online
  • Bring letters of recommendation
  • Consider dropping resume off in person

You Get a Phone Call.

BE POLITE - ACCEPT ONE OF THE TIMES OFFERED TO YOU

DO YOUR HOMEWORK.

LEARN ABOUT THE SCHOOL AND DISTRICT
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Attire

DRESS BETTER THAN THE PART

Clothing Considerations

  • Neutral colors, simple jewelry
  • Sensible, clean dress shoes
  • Ladies - bring an extra pair of hose
  • Tattoos and piercings...let's talk
  • You can dress "like a teacher" later
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On Your Way

PLAN TO ARRIVE NO MORE THAN 15 MINUTES EARLY...AND COME ALONE.
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DRIVING DILEMMAS

  • If you arrive too early, stay in the car
  • Call if travel difficulties will make you late
  • If you smoke, keep the window down
  • ALWAYS look at the directions prior to leaving

YOU Have Arrived

INTRODUCE YOURSELF POLITELY TO THE SECRETARY. STATE WHY YOU ARE THERE
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No Gum, Food, or Drink

LEAVE IT ALL IN THE CAR!
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A Nice, Firm Handshake

ALWAYS EXTEND YOUR HAND FIRST
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DURING THE INTERVIEW

  • Be your best professional self
  • Make eye contact with everyone
  • Smile :-)
  • Keep hands off the table or desk
  • Cross legs (ladies: at ankles)
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Responding to questions

  • Listen to what is asked
  • Don't say "I think" or "I believe"
  • Relate your answers to your experiences
  • Always look at the person asking the question
  • Don't feel as if you need to ramble
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RESPONDING TIPS

  • Have your three main points
  • "I can't speak to that experience," but...
  • "This is what would happen in my classroom:"
  • Show your enthusiasm and professionalism!
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Do you have any questions?

OF COURSE YOU DO - HAVE AT LEAST THREE PREPARED!
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QUESTIONS To Ask

  • Are classrooms departmentalized?
  • When do your teachers have time to collaborate?
  • What extra curricular activities are there for students?
  • How does your school support new teachers?
  • Do not ask any questions pertaining to salary or money!

SEND A THANK YOU NOTE...

IMMEDIATELY. IT MAKES A GOOD IMPRESSION.
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WE want you to end up here!

DON'T GIVE UP.
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