Semester-by-Semester Action Plan

Prepare for your job search with advanced and thoughtful planning
Seek guidance from a career advisor or a reputable source
Determine preferred teaching assignment and location, i.e. grade level, subject matter, city, state, country
Research school districts that match well with your teaching philosophy and career goals
Request letters of recommendation from professors and mentor teachers
Update your resume by having it critiqued at your campus career services office
Network with school district officials such as superintendents, principals, recruiters and teachers as well as teachers from your own alma mater
Schedule an information interview with school principals
Take time and review a teaching job application to become familiar with basic requirements
Get an education-related summer job, i.e. tutoring, camp counselor, learning assistant, etc.
Save some money to purchase appropriate interview attire

Continue to focus on your job search plan
Commit time each week to your job search expedition
Attend professional development workshops on topics like, interviewing and dressing for success
Attend teaching job fairs held during the fall semester
Seek out opportunity to volunteer and network for a school or district of interest to you
Get all testing for certifications completed –research certification requirements for your chosen grade level (review certification requirements for high-need areas)
Purchase interviewing attire during the winter holiday break

Finalize your resume and email it to your career services advisor for a final review
Seek advice from your supervising teacher to help you prepare for your future classroom
Attend spring teaching job fairs on campus or at school district locations
Narrow the focus to 3-5 schools and start completing all application requirements
Research district websites, AEIS Reports and the interviewing campus thoroughly
Be prepared to answer questions on instructional practices and higher order thinking

Semester-by-Semester