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August 04, 2008

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Job Interviews

posted by: Kurt Thomas on 08/04/08
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My name is Kurt Thomas and I am currently working at a private school and looking to go public.  I have been on a few interviews for public schools and every single school says I need more experience.  Could anyone tell me what I need to do to get more experience and what I should I bring to the interview to make an impact on the administration to separate me from the other candidates. Thanks for your help in advance!

 

 



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  • user icon Posted by Kyle Lindblom | # |

    Hey Kurt! How long have you been teaching? What grade level?  Some schools say that but new tachers right out of college get jobs, so hang in there!! If your only been teaching a few years, stay there, if possible for a few more to gain experience! But keep putting ur resumes out there and hang on to your job so u always have one!!  Do you know anyone who has been teaching for awhile or a former professor who can get you a letter of rec.?  On interviews, bring a portfolio of transcripts, letters of rec., evaluations, lessons you have done, perhaps a sample yearly plan! And don't limit yourself to certain schools, perhaps you may have to go after a school you don't like as much to get started!!

  • user icon Posted by Jim Ullmer | # |

    Kurt,

    make sure you are a member or your state and even possibly the National AAHPERD.  Professional memberships show employers that you are committed to professional development.  It also does not hurt to be involved with coaching or summer jobs that are similar to your profession, such as summer sports camps or day camps. 

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