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The Job Search: How to Set Yourself Apart

A Teacher’s Guide to Career Success. The Job Search: How to Set Yourself Apart. Presented by: Bethany Bagley College of Education Career Consultant. What is your biggest concern in finding a teaching job?. Job Search Discussion:. Questions to Consider The Economy

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The Job Search: How to Set Yourself Apart

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  1. A Teacher’s Guide to Career Success The Job Search: How to Set Yourself Apart Presented by: Bethany Bagley College of Education Career Consultant

  2. What is your biggest concern in finding a teaching job?

  3. Job Search Discussion: • Questions to Consider • The Economy • What Employers are Seeking • Steps for the Job Search • Job Boards • Networking • Social Media • Job Search Tips

  4. The Job Search is Scary…HELP! Let’s start by asking some questions: What type of school/work environment do I want to work in? What type of school/work environment do I want to work in? Why do I want to teach? • When considering your job search, what appeals to you most? • Geographic location • Specific school environment/demographic • ONLY public • ONLY private • It doesn’t matter Where do I want to live?

  5. The Job Search is Scary…HELP! Let’s start by asking some questions: What type of school/work environment do I want to work in? Why do I want to teach? In this economy, will I get hired? Where do I want to live?

  6. The Economy: Will I Get Hired? SPAGE (Student Professional Association of Georgia Educators) Dr. Jerry Eads, from Georgia Professional Standards Commission,presented a live webinar on February 12, 2011 on teacher supply and demand and unleashed the state’s latest data. http://www.pagefoundation.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=6

  7. The Economy: Will I Get Hired?

  8. The Economy: Will I Get Hired? Projection of the # of Teachers hired through 2014

  9. Expected to grow by 17 percent from 2010 to 2020 • Employment growth will vary by region • Declines in student–teacher ratios • Increase in enrollment • Expected to grow by 17 percent from 2010 to 2020 • Increase in enrollment • Continued demand for special education services • Expected to grow by 7 percent from 2010 to 2020 • Employment growth will vary by region. • Declines in student-to-teacher ratios • Increases in enrollment

  10. What are Administrators Looking for?

  11. What are Administrators Looking for? • Ability to demonstrate a sincere interest in children • Enthusiam for teaching • Content Knowledge • Professionalism • Desire to grow and learn • Knowledge about the district • Experience • Confidence • Appearance/speaking skills • Other talents and gifts you can bring to the school- extracurricular involvement

  12. Where do I start in the Job Search? • 4 Basic Steps to follow: Target 5-6 school districts • Check out districts using http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/

  13. Where do I start in the Job Search? • 4 Basic Steps to follow: Target 5-6 school districts • Check out districts using http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/ Prepare application materials • Resume, cover letter, gather • references, etc.

  14. Where do I start in the Job Search? • 4 Basic Steps to follow: Target 5-6 school districts • Check out districts using http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/ Prepare application materials • Resume, cover letter, gather • references, etc. • Follow up with human • resources and principals Apply to school districts

  15. Where do I start in the Job Search? • 4 Basic Steps to follow: Target 5-6 school districts • Check out districts using http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/ Prepare application materials • Resume, cover letter, gather • references, etc. • Follow up with human • resources and principals Apply to school districts • Attend fairs & conferences; let others know you’re looking Network with school administrators/educators

  16. Where do I find the J-O-B-S? • Register and upload application materials • Use this website to find targeted districts and their websites • Finding a job is a PROCESS; • so do not get discouraged. • Be persistent & intentional! • Birth-5; Pre-K programs • Southern Teachers Agency

  17. Fundamentals of Networking PURPOSE: To build relationships with like-minded individuals for personal and professional growth. (Mutually beneficial relationship) *Networking facilitates your growth as a professional and allows you to access a larger pool of opportunities and resources. One of the most powerful ways to enhance your career development is through networking. • Identify YOUR Network. • Student Teaching • UGA Staff and Faculty • Professional Associations • Campus Organizations • Peers • Family & Friends

  18. Where/How can I Network? Informational Interviews: Talk with administrators, staff, faculty, and others about their career path. GET ADVICE! Teacher/Administration Recruitment Fair Your turn. Ideas?

  19. Let’s Practice! • S.E.N.T. • Smile: Display energy/positivity • Eye contact: Show engagement • Name: Give your name • Touch: Firm handshake • Be Authentic. • Follow Up. • Thank you note

  20. SOCIAL MEDIA PROS: Job Search Networking Online blogs/portfolios CONS: Privacy settings Inappropriate content • CLEAN UP YOUR PROFILE! • Is your content appropriate? • Have you checked your privacy settings? • Are you using social media to NETWORK?

  21. SOCIAL MEDIA PROS: Job Search Networking Online blogs/portfolios CONS: Privacy settings Inappropriate content • CLEAN UP YOUR PROFILE! • Is your content appropriate? • Have you checked your privacy settings? • Are you using social media to NETWORK? Have you considered sharing your portfolio online? OR Starting an education-related blog/board?

  22. Top 10 Tips for the Job Search • Do your RESEARCH. • Be intentional about your job search- target schools. • Clean up your social media profiles. • Every school/administrator interaction is a networking opportunity- Take advantage! • Prepare your application materials early. • Volunteer in as many classrooms as possible. • Attend local/state school district career fairs. • Make sure that you have completely applied to the district. • Keep a running list of everyone you talk to/correspond with at each school district. • Be proactive and persistent- Don’t give up!

  23. QUESTIONS? Upcoming Seminar: How to Create a Winning Resume Wednesday, February 6th5:30-6:30pm, AderholdG5 Resume Critiques: Monday, February 18th 4:00-6:00pm, Aderhold G23 Tuesday, February 19th 2:30-4:30pm, Aderhold G23 School District Panel Tuesday, February 19th 5:00-6:00pm, Aderhold G5

  24. Come visit me at the Career Center! To make an appointment call 706-542-3375 OR Visit Satellite Hours in Aderhold 124L every Tuesday from 3:00pm-5:00pm OR Visit Walk-Ins Hours Available everyday in Clark Howell Hall from 12:00pm-2:00pm

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