In this article, you will discover why education keywords matter throughout the job search document creation and the interview. Education-specific keywords in a resume are more critical than ever due to schools’ and districts’ increasing reliance on digital screening processes. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are now the standard, with approximately 80% of schools using such [...]
How you introduce yourself at a job interview could make or break your performance. The first five minutes of your teacher job interview often set the stage for the entire education interview process. Making a positive first impression can ensure the rest of your interview flows smoothly, becomes more enjoyable, and helps you feel confident [...]
Make your job hunt for a teaching position more effective by mapping out your strategy in advance and developing a written education job search plan. When conducting your job search, clearly define the type of school community and position you wish to secure. Understand your priorities, your desired activities, your likes and dislikes, and the [...]
Prepare for your teacher job interview by practicing answering questions you could be asked in the meeting. Have you ever walked out of an interview saying, “I should have mentioned …?” “Oh, I could have explained to them that….” Rest assured, you are not alone. The art of completing a successful job interview in education [...]
Effectively ending a teaching job interview is as critical as acing the questions themselves. The closing moments of your interview leave a lasting impression on the hiring team, often influencing their decision-making. Regardless of how you feel about your performance during the interview, finishing strong can set you apart from other candidates. Let’s explore how [...]
Starting a new teaching position can feel like stepping into uncharted territory. It’s often a challenging and complex endeavor, requiring you to navigate new protocols, adapt to fresh environments, and connect with unfamiliar students and colleagues. This period of adjustment, while daunting, keeps your mind sharp and your focus steady. However, as time passes and [...]
Although it’s currently languishing in committee, Pennsylvania HB 1631 has some real potential to change the face of your career in nursing. While it provides something that any nurse can stand behind–specifically, higher minimum staffing levels–achieving that could turn out to backfire on the state’s nurses. They can expect to spend more time documenting their staff levels, [...]
