Tips From Recruiters

The more research you do on schools and school districts the better! - Steven Epstein, KIPP Austin College Prep
 
Keep an open mind. Remember why you decided to get into this profession. Be willing to work where the need is the greatest. - Samuel Ponynon, Miami-Dade County Public Schools
 
Have a great résumé, research schools and know about their philosophy before you show up. - Julie McClure, The Khabele School
 
Be well prepared and thoroughly research the school and school district. Share that knowledge in the interview. - Steven Ebell, Eanes ISD
 
Take the opportunity to look at all employment options. Sometimes the best "fit" may be off the beaten path. - John Paradice, Killeen ISD
 
Be ready to discuss student teaching, things you plan to implement, things you wouldn't use. Know the school through AEIS data. - Kay Kerr and Peter Griffiths, Channelview ISD
 
Come prepared to engage your future employer!! Don't be afraid to say, "I do not know, but I will try my hardest to find out..." - Linda Edmiston, Waxahachie ISD
 
Position Certification information at the top of the résumé. Designate pending Certifications as such and/or list testing schedule. - Debra Tate, Del Valle ISD
 
Be well-prepared; search for and visit with districts that match your needs and preferences. - Frances Lesak and Carolyn Mabarak, Leander ISD
 
Relax and have a list of well thought-out questions. - Angie Rosales, Stepping Stone School-Austin
 
Stay in contact with the districts in which you are interested. - Ron Heuss, Temple ISD
 
Ensure all information listed on the résumé is current (i.e., e-mail address, home address, and number). - Sharon Brewer, Air Force Child Development & Youth Programs
 
Bring résumés; be professionally attired; be prepared to talk about your successes and accomplishments. - William Ishee, Ed.D, Klein ISD
 
Talk to many districts - location is great, but many districts may offer more. - Dr. Bernard Cannariato, Goose Creek CISD
 
Bring résumés, letters of reference, or names/phone numbers of 3-4 references (school-related). - Elsa Villegas, McKinney ISD
 
Interview as much as possible. - Ray Conner, Southside ISD
 
Dress for success, have a good résumé, be able to market yourself. - Chris Winstead, Spring ISD
 
Look at the district's Web site and become "somewhat" familiar with the arrangement of the district. - Mike W. Williams, Tomball ISD
 
Keep an open mind when considering districts. - Ken Airheart, Edna ISD
 
Prepare a résumé that is easy to read. Get on the Internet and do your homework. - Sylvia Smith and Kathy Graeber, Lamar CISD
 
Be confident! Know what you want, but be flexible. - Joni McKeel and Rachelle Warren, Pflugerville ISD
 
Be open to all districts and areas of state. - Neil Dugger and Paula Dugger, Irving ISD

More Recruiter Tips

Complete applications on site if possible; request interviews; know Motivation Theory; demonstrate you really want to teach; know your strengths; be prepared to articulate your goals and teaching philosophy; be specific about your practicum experiences; know your strengths in behavior management, interpersonal skills, etc.; make sure there are no spelling or grammar errors in your résumé and on your application; show enthusiasm and eagerness to work hard.