Diane Sanchez came to speak with us the other day about how to build our resume. She was able to give us a lot of information about how to better create this important document that will directly affect our employment. On it she told us to emphasize our work in education and in the credential program. She told us that our work outside of the field is not as relevant and we should not be highlighting it as much if it does not directly relate to our subject area. She told us to mention other languages spoken and to put interests if they are substantial. For example, it would be worth while to put down that I play lacrosse because I would be applying for a coaching position as well. Another thing to consider would be professional development conferences or seminars.
The cover letter is a place to really distinguish yourself in a personal way. You can talk about why you are motivated and passionate about what you do. It is noteworthy to mention that the cover letter is a good place to tell them why you want them- why they have the qualities of a school that they would want.
The interview can be intimidating but there are ways to prepare for it. Some things to ask for when you are getting the call for an interview would be, "Who is it with?" "Will there be a panel?" "Is there anything that I should prepare?" For many of the questions they are going to be looking for a response that is similar to the STAR model. S- state the situation. T- state the task. A- state the action takes. R- state the results accomplished.
This was a very helpful speaker. She offered helpful tips on everything from the resume to the interview process. I am very grateful for the information that was given.
The cover letter is a place to really distinguish yourself in a personal way. You can talk about why you are motivated and passionate about what you do. It is noteworthy to mention that the cover letter is a good place to tell them why you want them- why they have the qualities of a school that they would want.
The interview can be intimidating but there are ways to prepare for it. Some things to ask for when you are getting the call for an interview would be, "Who is it with?" "Will there be a panel?" "Is there anything that I should prepare?" For many of the questions they are going to be looking for a response that is similar to the STAR model. S- state the situation. T- state the task. A- state the action takes. R- state the results accomplished.
This was a very helpful speaker. She offered helpful tips on everything from the resume to the interview process. I am very grateful for the information that was given.