Education Job Search Links BelowAlthough you hear about teaching shortages, education openings enjoy a unique status in the job search process. School district postings frequently require completion of a district application in addition to an educator placement file, three to four letters of recommendation, a letter of application, and resume, all on file with the school district and reviewed by human resources prior to an invitation to interview.
Traditional career search practices are still beneficial (research, networking, and interview practice), educators, experienced and new, should focus on developing these documents at the outset of a job search and update regularly through career advancement and as administrative leaders (your references) change roles. As with any professional career search, your resume and letter of application should be revised to reflect your skills related to each certificated teacher, principal, assistant principal, or counselor opening. |
After the InterviewPrepare a brief thank you to send after your interview. Get the correct spelling of each member on the interview team if you haven't already researched them. Decisions to offer are frequently made by district-level human resources or a representative of the interview team shortly after completing all interviews for a position, so a brief thank you demonstrates your interest and professionalism and may lead to other opportunities that open at a later date or even at another school or district.
When you accept your new position contact us for transition assistance and information on real estate partner educator relocation benefits up to $1,200 with participating lenders and up to $400 toward professional development for schools. |