Transcript The Job Search - Career Center

A Teacher’s Guide to Career Success
The Job Search: How to Set Yourself Apart
Presented by: Bethany Bagley
College of Education Career Consultant
What is your biggest concern
in finding a teaching job?
Job Search Discussion:
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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:
What type of
school/work
What
type of
environment
school/workdo I
want to work
environment
doin?
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
The Job Search is Scary…HELP!
Let’s start by asking some questions:
What type of
school/work
environment do I
want to work in?
In this economy, will I
get hired?
The 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.
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http://www.pagefoundation.o
rg/displaycommon.cfm?an=6
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?
What are Administrators Looking for?
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Enthusiam for teaching
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Ability to demonstrate a sincere interest in children
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Knowledge about the district
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Appearance/speaking skills
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Content Knowledge
Other talents and gifts you can bring to the
school- extracurricular involvement
Where do I start in the Job Search?
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4 Basic Steps to follow:
Where do I start in the Job Search?
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4 Basic Steps to follow:
Where do I start in the Job Search?
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4 Basic Steps to follow:
Apply to school districts
 Follow up with human
resources and principals
Where do I start in the Job Search?
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4 Basic Steps to follow:
Apply to school districts
 Follow up with human
resources and principals
Where do I find the J-O-B-S?
 Register and upload
application materials
 Use this website to find targeted
districts and their websites
 Finding a job is a PROCESS;
so do not get discouraged.
Be persistent & intentional!
 Birth-5; Pre-K
programs
 Southern Teachers
Agency
Fundamentals of Networking
PURPOSE:
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.
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Identify YOUR Network.
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Student Teaching
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UGA Staff and Faculty
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Professional Associations
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Campus Organizations
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Peers
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Family & Friends
Where/How can I Network?
Informational Interviews:
Talk with administrators,
staff, faculty, and others
about their career path.
GET ADVICE!
Your turn. Ideas?
Teacher/Administration
Recruitment Fair
Let’s Practice!
S.E.N.T.
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Smile: Display energy/positivity
Eye contact: Show engagement
Name: Give your name
Touch: Firm handshake
Be Authentic.
 Follow Up.
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Thank you note
CLEAN UP YOUR PROFILE!
 Is your content appropriate?
 Have you checked your privacy settings?
 Are you using social media to NETWORK?
SOCIAL
MEDIA
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PROS:
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Job Search
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Networking
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Online blogs/portfolios
CONS:
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Privacy settings
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Inappropriate content
CLEAN UP YOUR PROFILE!
 Is your content appropriate?
 Have you checked your privacy settings?
 Are you using social media to NETWORK?
SOCIAL
MEDIA
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Have you considered sharing your portfolio
online?
OR
Starting an education-related blog/board?
PROS:
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Job Search
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Networking
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Online blogs/portfolios
CONS:
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Privacy settings
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Inappropriate content
Top 10 Tips for the Job Search
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Do your RESEARCH.
Be intentional about your job search- target schools.
Clean up your social media profiles.
Every school/administrator interaction is a networking
opportunity- Take advantage!
Prepare your application materials early.
Volunteer in as many classrooms as possible.
Attend local/state school district career fairs.
Make sure that you have completely applied to the district.
Keep a running list of everyone you talk to/correspond with at
each school district.
Be proactive and persistent- Don’t give up!
QUESTIONS?
Upcoming Seminar:
How to Create a Winning Resume
Wednesday, February 6th 5:30-6:30pm, Aderhold G5
Resume Critiques:
Monday, February 18th 4:00-6:00pm, Aderhold G23
Tuesday, February 19th 2:30-4:30pm, Aderhold G23
School District Panel
Tuesday, February 19th 5:00-6:00pm, Aderhold G5
Come visit me at the Career Center!
To make an appointment call
706-542-3375
OR
Visit Satellite Hours in
Aderhold 124L every Tuesday
from 3:00pm-5:00pm
OR
Visit Walk-Ins Hours
Available everyday in Clark
Howell Hall from
12:00pm-2:00pm