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Feeling overwhelmed with where to start in your job search for a teaching position? This session will address those feelings and provide helpful information on where to begin in your journey to become a teacher. Information includes hiring statistics from Georgia’s Professional Standards Commission, how to focus in on your top 5 districts, what qualities schools are looking for, and where to find the jobs.
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The Job Search: How to Set Yourself Apart
Presented by: Bethany Bagley
College of Education Career Consultant
A Teacher’s Guide to Career Success
What is your biggest concern in finding a
teaching job?
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
The Job Search is Scary…HELP!Let’s start by asking some questions:
Why do I want
to teach?
Where do I want to live?
What type of school/work
environment do I want to work in?
When considering your job search, what appeals to you most? Geographic location Specific school
environment/demographic ONLY public ONLY private It doesn’t matter
What type of school/work
environment do I want to work in?
The Job Search is Scary…HELP!Let’s start by asking some questions:
Why do I want
to teach?
Where do I want to live?
What type of school/work
environment do I want to work in?
In this 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
The Economy: Will I Get Hired?
The Economy: Will I Get Hired?
The Economy: Will I Get Hired?
Projection of the # of Teachers hired through 2014
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
What are Administrators Looking for?
Enthusiam for teaching
Professionalism Content Knowledge
Ability to demonstrate a sincere interest in children
Desire to grow and learn
Experience
Knowledge about the district
Other talents and gifts you can bring to the school- extracurricular
involvement
Appearance/speaking skills
Confidence
Where do I start in the Job Search?
Target 5-6 school districts
Check out districts using http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/
4 Basic Steps to follow:
Where do I start in the Job Search?
Target 5-6 school districts
Prepare application materials
Check out districts using http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/
Resume, cover letter, gather references, etc.
4 Basic Steps to follow:
Where do I start in the Job Search?
Target 5-6 school districts
Prepare application materials
Apply to school districts
Check out districts using http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/
Resume, cover letter, gather references, etc.
Follow up with human resources and principals
4 Basic Steps to follow:
Where do I start in the Job Search?
Target 5-6 school districts
Prepare application materials
Apply to school districts
Network with school
administrators/educ
ators
Check out districts using http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/
Resume, cover letter, gather references, etc.
Follow up with human resources and principals
Attend fairs & conferences;
let others know you’re
looking
4 Basic Steps to follow:
Where do I find the J-O-B-S?
Use this website to find targeted districts and their websites
Register and upload application materials
Birth-5; Pre-K programs
Finding a job is a PROCESS;
so do not get discouraged. Be persistent & intentional!
Southern Teachers Agency
Fundamentals of NetworkingPURPOSE:
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
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?
S.E.N.T. Smile: Display
energy/positivity Eye contact: Show
engagement Name: Give your name Touch: Firm handshake
Let’s Practice!
Be Authentic. Follow Up.
Thank you note
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?
Top 10 Tips for the Job Search
1. Do your RESEARCH.2. Be intentional about your job search- target schools.3. Clean up your social media profiles.4. Every school/administrator interaction is a networking
opportunity- Take advantage!5. Prepare your application materials early.6. Volunteer in as many classrooms as possible.7. Attend local/state school district career fairs.8. Make sure that you have completely applied to the
district.9. Keep a running list of everyone you talk to/correspond
with at each school district.10. Be proactive and persistent- Don’t give up!
QUESTIONS?
Come visit me at the Career Center!
To make an appointment call 706-
542-3375OR
Visit Satellite Hours in Aderhold 124L every
Tuesday from 3:00pm-5:00pm
OR Visit Walk-Ins HoursAvailable everyday in
Clark Howell Hall from 12:00pm-2:00pm
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