Candidates frequently ask for suggestions on how can they "improve their chances" for getting a job, or what can they do to "prepare for an interview?"  Personnel Director, Jane Allman, has been asked to speak to numerous student teacher groups at their university seminars.  Here are some tips she shares:

Where to Find Job Postings:

• Web pages, job search engines, i.e., MiREAP, JobTrak, local district web sites, our web site; www.wyandotte.org, Wayne County RESA's web site; www.resa.net.
• Respond with brief cover letter and resume.

Resume Should Include:

• Make it easy to read! A person shouldn't have to search for the information.
• General information to include – name, address, phone, email; do not send photo or list personal information such as, age, height, marital status, etc.
• Educational information to include: 
  • Education – school & degree (you do not have to list year).
  • Certifications – BE SPECIFIC, i.e., 7-12 DX, 6-8 EX, etc., or 6-8 Mathematics, 7-12 Science (if you don’t know the subject area code).
  • Teaching experience – school, grade level; student teaching – name of critic teacher and their contact number.
  • Other relevant educational work – teaching assistant, coach, tutor, camp counselor, etc.

• Do not send self-addressed envelope requesting information.
• If asked to fill out a District’s employment application:
• Follow directions!
• Character references – people who know your background, character.
• Professional references – student teacher critic is a must!
• No relatives (or serious relationships) should be listed as references.

• Be honest – false or incorrect information – automatic non-consideration or dismissal.
  • List any convictions, including misdemeanors, but not minor traffic violations. 

Initial Interview:

• Dress – 1^st impressions are everything!  Dress professional!
  • No extreme styles.