7 Tips to rock an interview
As the English Department Chair at my school, I’ve had the opportunity to be on the other side of interviews. I’ve seen what works, what doesn’t, who gets hired, and who doesn’t. Here are...
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5 Steps to prepare for an interview
Hallelujah! You’ve been called in for an interview. Now what do you do? What do you say? What do you ask? Here is some advice: 1. Research You’re going to be doling it out,...
How to get an interview
Now that you have a killer resume and cover letter, you can just sit back and wait for those interview calls to come in right? Wrong. Doing a little extra legwork will pay off....
Cover Letter Template
When sending a resume, don’t forget about the cover letter! Keep it brief and to the point. Don’t overuse buzz words. Here’s an example. Please don’t copy word for word, but use it as...
6 tips to get you on your way to a killer resume
Okay, you’ve got your degree (or are about to graduate with your degree). Now it’s time to make that application and resume shine. A teaching resume is different from other types of resumes. It...
Basic student teaching goals
What should my goals be as a student teacher? Your number one goal is to get the actual experience of being in the classroom. All those books about theory and pedagogy are great, but...
Hi Grove City College future teachers! Ask me a question…
I am passionate about recruiting and retaining high quality educators to America’s public schools. Several years ago, I wrote a book about how to get hired, have fun, and stay sane as a teacher,...
Welcome to the wannabeteacher Blog!
This is a space brimming with resources for anyone interested in becoming a teacher. So glad to have you here! Why do we become teachers? Clearly, the massive salary and stock options are the...
What to expect in grad school
So what does it mean to be “highly qualified?” The Every Student Succeeds Act (No Child Left Behind’s big brother) got rid of the law requiring all teachers to be “highly qualified” (a minimum...
Can you live on a teacher’s salary?
The simple answer is, yes; most people can live on a teacher’s salary. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average yearly teacher’s salary in America in 2021 was $61,820. That...