Landing a Teaching Job

I landed my first teaching job by eing honest at my interview. I was asked if I knew about certain programs and techniques, and I didn’t know of a few of them. I told my interviewers that I although I wasn’t familiar with everything being used in the school, I was willing to work overtime to learn them.
I landed my first teaching job because I have always enjoyed learning myself, and I believe that I have the ability to convey my enthusiasm to others. I am confident during interviews, and perform well under pressure.
Landing a teaching job can be hard, but here is some advice to make it easier. When you go for an interview, make it clear that although you are a new teacher with little classroom experience, you will be an enthusiastic participant in all of the opportunities given to you to expand your knowledge of curriculum and instruction. I think that administrators need to feel assured that in this ever-changing world of education, you will be flexible and accommodate whatever type of program that lands in your lap.
Also, make sure that you are punctual, dressed professionally for your interviews, and bring a portfolio containing pictures of anything exciting you did during your student teaching experience.
This post is part of the Teaching Jobs Portal: “How to land a Teacher Job”. What was your journey like to become a teacher? If you’d like to share your experience with other aspiring teachers please see this post for more information

Is there Hope for the Children? YES!

I am fortunate enough to have had many positive experiences in 2009. When I visit classrooms, I am always encouraged by how much our children learn from their talented teachers. I see how much effort and thought goes into preparing each lesson the teachers teach, and I am also fortunate to see how much the students enjoy going to school because of them.

This post is a part of the MAT@USC Hope for the holidays event. Did you experience or witness something in 2009 that gave you hope for the future of American education? If so, please see this post for more information on how to share it.

REST

Rest!!! Finally!!! Winter break is upon us and I am loving spending all of this "free" time with my family. I still have to go monitor the schools, but it's not as time consuming as it is when school is in session. I just pretty much need to go make sure that the heat is being turned on at the proper times so the pipes do not freeze.

I plan on spending this break with my beautiful daughter and loving husband. :) Happy Holidays!

Tired

My new position is tiring me out, man! I am really tired. I have had to go visit each of the schools at midnight, then 3am, every night for the past night. I can barely keep my eyes open during the day. What was I thinking?!

New Position

Do I like a full plate, or do I like a full plate? Being a new mother is AMAZING. I adore my child and will do anything and everything I can to better her future. This school year I am taking on a new grade level AND a new position on top of that. I will be the district's energy manager.

In this postion, I will be monitoring the district's use of energy and seeing how we can reduce our energy usage. This is a monumental task, but I am up for it!