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7 Dos in Teaching Interviews
Primary Teaching Interview
You have landed an interview for your dream teaching job and Iām sure you are both nervous and excited! We often consider the faux pas of interviews etiquette, but what about the positive things you can do to help you stand out? Here are some tips I give my clients that will help you in your interview.
First Impressions count!
Do greet each member of the interview panel and make sure to make eye contact with each member of the panel. Your interviewers are teaching professā¦
Sample Questions for Domain 1 - Leading Teaching and Learning
When preparing your application form and for interviews for management positions in primary and post-primary schools, itās important to have examples prepared under the four domains ā Leading Teaching and Learning, Managing the Organisation, Leading School Development and Developing Leadership Capacity.
The interview board will be looking for relevant, concrete examples of times that you have shown leadership qualities as evidence of your ability to perform at the management level in the school. ā¦
3 Simple Tips to Create Balance between Job Applications, Work and Living Life
One of the big frustrations my clients have when they come to me for coaching is striking that balance between work, home life and job applications.
The reason they are so frustrated is that applying for jobsā¦. is a job in itself.
Many of my clientsĀ haveā¦
a full time job and are balancing that with family,
household chores and
trying to do some ānormalā things like exercising and
catching up with friends and
filling out application forms
It really is a challenging time!
So what can you do to make this a ā¦
Teachers: The Ultimate Guide to Selling Yourself on your Standard Application Form
Over the years, I reviewed Standard Application Forms for hundreds of teachers. You guys are the most dedicated, caring and organised bunch, Iām so lucky to have met so many wonderful teachers over the last few years. We truly have lots of laughs on our calls together.
When it comes to preparing for job applications though, there is lots of confusion!
Here are the main themes I saw when working 1:1 with clients.
Too much detail
Not knowing where to begin
Not providing specific evidence of past teachā¦
Read this if youāre considering play therapy as a career choice
āPlay is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning.Ā But for children, play is serious learningā. Ā Fred Rogers
Play Therapy is a frequent question on the lips and in the minds of teachers who are researching career options these days. Indeed, in the past, many teachers have reached out to play therapists in their area, to investigate it as a career option, and get further clarity to see if it is the right choice for them.
And so, I thought it would be a good idea to share soā¦
I want to change career - who can help me?
āI want to change career - who can help me?ā
This is a common question I see popping up amongst career changers. They want to change but they're STUCK.
STUCK in the problem.
STUCK not knowing what to do.
STUCK because their current job gives them financial security and they can't afford to leave.
STUCK because they fear change.
STUCK because they're unsure of who can help them.
Well... I CAN HELP!
Firstly, unstick yourself from the problem.
If you imagine the problem as a small dot in the middle of an A4ā¦
What to do if you feel like an imposter in the classroom
Today, Iām talking about imposter syndrome.
Itās a common phenomenon that many teachers experience.
Not sure if you have it?
Do any of these thoughts sound familiar?
Wowā¦ that artwork is amazing! I wish I had creative ideas like that.
How does she have time to do all that? Iām struggling to get the basics done.
Iām not really sure what Iām doing. But I should be able to do this alone.
Do I fit in?
My pupils donāt seem to be getting enough done each day. What am I doing wrong?
Thereās so much to learn aboā¦
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