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Job Search Success for Teachers

Your Ally in the Job Search. Get professional career counseling, mock interviews, resume and cover letter critiques, and access to online resources and job listings. Develop a plan of attack with our Job Search Guide for Education Candidates.

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Job Search Success for Teachers

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  1. Job Search Success for Teachers Diana Sanchez Career Center, Craven Hall 1400 dsanchez@csusm.edu (760) 750-4893

  2. Your Ally in the Job Search • Career Center • Professional counseling • Mock interviews (can be recorded!) • Resume and cover letter critiques • Online resources at www.csusm.edu/careers • Job listings (CougarJobs) • Job Search Guide for Education Candidates

  3. Developing a Plan of Attack • Review your timeline • Organize paperwork: • Update resume and have it critiqued by the Career Center • Develop a cover letter template • Collect letters of recommendation • Create reference list • Credentials, transcripts & other documents

  4. An Effective Resume… • Creates interest • Describes accomplishments • Provokes action, such as getting an interview • Is a marketing tool…not a complete life history

  5. Resume Features: • CONTENT • FORMAT • REPRODUCTION

  6. CONTENT • Identifying Information • Name • Current address and phone number (with area code) • Permanent address and phone number (with area code) • Professional e-mail address (optional)

  7. CONTENT Objective (optional) Helps employer know type of position you are seeking Be specific, clear, brief OBJECTIVE: Position teaching mathematics at the middle or secondary level

  8. CONTENT Credential and Education Specific credential Check with College of Ed Student Services Degree with major/minor AA or AS can be included if it adds value Projected graduation month and year Academic honors and GPA (optional) Study abroad? List in reverse chronological order

  9. CONTENT Relevant experience includes: Student teaching (clinical practice) and other related work Internships/practicum/volunteer experience

  10. CONTENT Create dynamic job descriptions: Avoid using personal pronouns like “I”, “my” Use action verbs rather than flat statements such as “Duties included” or “Responsible for” Use phrases, not complete sentences (but punctuation may be used) Quantify accomplishments in amounts or percentages. From what to what…?

  11. CONTENT Teacher's Aide: 3rd – 5th Grade level Escondido Elementary School, Escondido, CA Fall 2009 • Supervised orthopedically-handicapped children with schoolwork and play. • Conducted reading and math sessions in learning centers. • Taught multiplication tables to 10 students. • Created athletic games students could play while in wheelchairs.

  12. “STAR” statements (Situation/Task, Action, Result) • Give specific examples of how the organization benefited from your performance, efforts, involvement or leadership. • Think about past experiences: • How did you perform the job better than others? • What contributions did you make that made a difference? • What awards, special recognitions, promotions resulted from your performance?

  13. ACTION STATEMENTS WITHOUT AND WITH “STAR”

  14. CONTENT Special Skills Computer (name applications) Languages Writing Research

  15. CONTENT Activities Only those related to teaching, working with children and youth Affiliations Professional organizations Relevant associations

  16. FORMAT Avoid the Word Wizard templates! • LENGTH: One Page (maybe Two) • Select a format that maximizes your assets and minimizes your liabilities • Attractive and easy to read • Avoid using graphics • Utilize “white space”

  17. CAUTIONS • Absolutely NO ERRORS! • No personal information: age, marital status, health, etc. • No reasons for leaving previous job • No salary history • No statement about references is needed

  18. COVER LETTER • Always include cover letter when sending resume • Use the same header as your resume (like a letterhead) • Make sure name (spelling) and title of addressee is correct • If you don’t have a name, use a subject line (Attention: Job Number 12345)

  19. PARTS OF COVER LETTER • Your reason for writing? • “…to apply for the position of ______ as posted...” • “...so-and-so suggested that I...” • How your qualifications match the position requirements? • what you can offer or contribute to this employer • Bid for an interview • you do the follow up, whenever possible

  20. APPLICATIONS • When completing a job application, be sure to fill it out completely • Do NOT simply say “See attached” or “See Resume” • Include all the requested supporting documents • Type or print VERY neatly

  21. PLACEMENT FILE • Letters of Recommendation • Student Teaching Summaries What is a placement file?

  22. Your References • Master Teachers/Cooperating Teachers • University Supervisors • Mentors • Principals • Other professionals in education • People who have observed your work with children/youth

  23. REFERENCE LIST

  24. Researching Employers • Web sites (www.csusm.edu/careers) • Online directories and resources • District literature • Site visits • Career fairs • Your own network!

  25. Questions To Ask Personnel Staff • Proper application process? • Application deadlines? • Materials to submit? (application, resume, references, test scores, transcripts, health and fingerprint clearances, etc.) • Request district information, if unavailable online

  26. Two-pronged Approach to Job Search • Respond to current openings • Submit application and all materials to district HR office • Inquire about future openings • Use your network! • Send letters & resume to principals • Meet site administrators, teachers, and others

  27. Job Search Resources • Online Job Search CougarJobs • www.csusm.edu/careers San Diego County Office of Education • www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us EdJoin • www.edjoin.org Indeed (search engine) • www.indeed.com

  28. Online Job Search Education America Network • www.educationamerica.net Ed Zapp • www.edzapp.com Teachers-Teachers • www.teachers-teachers.com Top School Jobs • www.topschooljobs.com Check out Education Week Top School Jobs’ Career Corner Blog!

  29. Job Search Resources • Job Listings • only 10-15% are listed in classified ads • Internal Campaign • Substitute Teaching • Student Teaching • Tutoring • Volunteering

  30. Make the Most of Student Teaching • Semester-long interview • Always give 100% • Draw on experience of others • Interact with parents • Extracurricular activities • Request recommendations

  31. Job Search Resources • Networking • Develop a network: friends, family, faculty, school personnel, professional organizations • Maintain your network • Initiate new contacts • Internet discussion groups

  32. Job Search Resources • Career Fairs • Review participant list • Have your resume critiqued • Bring plenty of resumes • Dress professionally • Arrive early • Be ready to ask questions • Follow up as soon as possible with thank you notes, etc.

  33. Job Search Resources • Employment Agencies • specializations? • Telemarketing • Cold Calls/Drop Ins • Long Distance Job Search

  34. Support For Your Job Search • Costs will include: • Voice mail • Transportation • Clothing and accessories • Printing and postage • Computer access • Create a support system of family and friends • Be good to yourself; reward your own hard work

  35. Questions? Contact me! Diana Sanchez dsanchez@csusm.edu (760) 750-4893 Career Center Craven Hall 1400

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