Making a follow-up call after a job interview can feel daunting for many people. However, this step is critical and can set you apart from other candidates. A well-timed follow-up demonstrates your professionalism, enthusiasm, and continued interest in the teaching position. Beyond a call, sending a personalized thank-you letter is another impactful way to leave [...]
Job search strategies for career advancement are fundamental, especially if your teacher or administrator job search has hit a roadblock or hasn’t seen any progress. Why not take advantage of this extra time to handle critical job-hunting tasks? Give yourself the time to reflect on your performance throughout your job search until this point and [...]
There are some essential items you will want to take with you to your following teacher job interview. Confidence is one of the most influential characteristics you can bring to an interview. Preparing for your job interview includes what to bring along with you physically, in addition to being composed mentally. Even though you don’t [...]
Educators who don’t use cold calling to schools or school districts they are interested in could be missing out on valuable sources of information. Connections can help with their job hunt. It can be very daunting to contact people with whom you have no prior ties. The best way to approach cold calling is to [...]
Have you considered writing and sending networking letters to find job leads? As you may know, many teaching job opportunities are gained through the hidden job market, not through advertised positions. Due to this modern and effective job search method, using networking letters to make connections with other education professionals and expand your network of [...]
A telephone cold call is an excellent job search approach to gain contacts and an inside edge on job opportunities. A telephone cold call can also help you tap into the hidden job market because speaking directly to contacts within a school or school district could inform you of possible opportunities that aren’t being advertised. [...]
Enjoy this guest blog post! The transition from school to work is tough – there’s a big difference between book smarts and street smarts. Unfortunately, some of the best degrees and training aren’t as impressive as real hands-on experience, and many sterling degrees and certifications get passed up for personal experience. That’s where online degree programs [...]
