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Landing a J-O-B
Finding OpeningsDistrict websites
• Found under a variety of names and places (“job openings”, “employment opportunities”, human resources, etc)
• Visit different websites
State-wide websites• http://www.ctreap.net/• http://www.cea.org/jobs/ • http://www.careerbuilder.com/
NewspaperWord of mouth/connections
ApplyingFollow job posting directions
• Typically involves submitting a resume and cover letter.
• May also ask for transcripts, recommendations, copy of teaching license (pending), clearances (child abuse, criminal background check)
• If application asks for official transcripts, do so. Do not give them a reason to disqualify your application
ResumeAssignment: Prepare and submit a
resume and cover letter• Due 9/18• Must conform to
CCSU resume and cover letter packet• Must have each of the 8 designated
sections except military experience
• Dr. Cummiskey’s resume
Cover letterAssignment: prepare and submit a
cover letter• Sample from Dr. Cummiskey
Resume - formats
Resume - formats
ResumesWhat does a school district do with
resumes mailed to human resources/personnel office?• What about electronic resumes?
Guidelines for Interviews
What does an interview consist of?
Interviewing candidate, as well as selling organization
Interviewee should do 75% of the talking
How does the interview begin?Questions to relax and accentuate
qualificationsBuild Confidence
Guidelines for Interviews
Guidelines for Interviews
How is the middle portion of the interview?
Questions regarding tasks in job description
How does the interview end?Interviewee has opportunity to ask
questions
Guidelines for Interviews
Guidelines for Interviews
Types of Questions:
Open-ended• How, Why, Describe, Tell me,
In what way?
Now that I know what the interview entails, How and What do I prepare?
Guidelines for Interviews
Pre-InterviewKnow the GroundrulesAnti-discrimination legislationQuestions interviewers are NOT
legally allowed to ask• Age, sexual orientation, marital status
• What if asked??
Pre-InterviewUnderstanding of Job Description
• Review “interview strategies and guidelines” fileReview Qualifications & ResponsibilitiesReview your materialsTo bring:
• Professional case or binder• Have a list of questions to ask them• Print materials such as an exemplary materials or
portfolio (optional)
Pre-Interview: Anticipating QuestionsCurriculum, assessment, grading,
instructional strategies, technology, classroom management, communication with parents/community, communication with colleagues• Provided by Rosemarie Bonner
Prepare answers to commonly asked questions• Dr. Cummiskey example
Pre-InterviewNot a bad idea to get practice
interviewing for positions you may not accept.
Maybe even tape yourself and play it back• Watch body language, fillers, odd habits
Pre-Interviewhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=S1ucmfPOBV8&feature=relatedhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=qR-IhZJOq3U&NR=1http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=YPXE4RqdqqM
Interview Professional dress and appearanceFirst moments and last impressions
of the interview Answering questions, asking Q’s
• NASPE principal questions• Sample interview q’s 1, 2, 3
Additional thoughts . . .
Components that you will be judged on . . . Knowledge of specific job-related tasksExperienceAbility to communicate, poiseInterest in position and organizationOverall motivation to succeed InsightPersonality in relationship to position
applied for*Provided by Rosemarie Bonner
Selecting the Candidate following an Interview …
Seek opinions from committee, as well as others involved
Examine strengths and weaknesses or rank candidates
Is this candidate a good “FIT”• Will they respond to the challenges of
the program?• How will they contribute to the team?
Selecting the Candidate following an Interview …
During the interview, the interviewers will likely record comments and possibly rate you on a numeric scale.• You will do this during the mock interviews
Let’s Set Up Mock Interviews . . .
Be Aware of . . . Opening and Closing of InterviewPosture and Body LanguageArms crossedEye contactPolitically correct termsConfidence shown in speech Questions by the interviewers
Be Aware of . . .UmmmAhhhYeahLikeSort ofKinda