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Why you should invest in your career with The Teachers’ Promotion Club
Connecting with others is rewarding, it makes us feel that we are not alone in the world. - Jonah Berger
The investment in your teaching career with The Teachers' Promotion Club monthly is just €66.
Why make the investment in the Teachers’ Promotion Club?
1. Uniqueness - Member led content
In my research for this group, so many teachers reached out to say that thrive completed the PDSL and loved it but they were missing the connection with classmates when it finished up. Sure, there are webinars out…
What interview questions are asked in DEIS schools?
DEIS interview coming up soon? Because of the nature of DEIS schools - it’s important to do some research into the DEIS status and planning for the specific interview questions the panel may ask. From my research with DEIS teachers, I’ve noticed three distinct themes and considerations for interview panels of DEIS schools. 1) Classroom management 2) DEIS planning and 3) Disadvantage. If you prepare these questions for your DEIS interviews, you’ll be very prepared!
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Classroom Management
What active…
Creating a Guiding Vision for Your School - The Core Values Approach
I regularly ask questions my 1-1 interview leadership coaching clients about the guiding vision of their school. Their replies are always really interesting.
From a coaching perspective, developing an awareness of your core values is really important.
My top 3 core values are commitment, growth and variety. When I make decisions about events, situations, investments etc. - each decision will revolve around my need for variety, commitment and growth. If I don’t experience these things then I feel s…
Interview questions for Principal Jobs in Ireland
Are you searching for potential questions for leadership positions? If you’re reading this - I’m betting that you are!
Working 1-1 with 100s of teachers each year - puts me in a great position to hear what the latest questions are that are being asked. I hope you find them useful!
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Intro: What have been three achievements in your teaching career to date?
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What was a teaching and learning initiative that you introduced?
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How do you self-evaluate?
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What makes you ready to take on …
Letter 2: Sample letter to parents for establishing a new homework routine
Whether you’re new to a school, a class or indeed, the role you’ll need to decide on what the main objectives are for homework or/and the skills development of the pupils. Then, you will need to explain your intentions in detail to the parents so that they know what’s going on and why you’re setting the homework/making a particular request of them.
This letter will help you explain things clearly and further develop communication methods and it will help you develop better relationships as they r…
Letter 1: Sample teacher introduction letter to parents
Introducing yourself to parents when you start a new stint in a school is a nice idea so that they get a sense for you, what you are asking them to do to support their child and set expectations. In this blog, I outline some ideas for your letter or email. and why you might include them. Feel free to copy and paste it to use for your own purposes as you build relationships with parents in a new school or in a new role in your school. It’s really important to build good relationships with parents…
If you’re wondering whether to invest in my services - read this!
One of the concerns NQTs have about my services is the cost. I know that my services are more expensive than some others in the business that's ok. Spending real time and learning about what makes my clients tick - and putting that into the job application forms is what drives me in my business. However, I do understand that cost is a big consideration for many NQTs straight out of college and for those who hadn't considered having a SAF Review before. Being quoted by me can make you think - but…
How much does NQTs Acing Your Interviews An All-in-1 Guide cost?
One of my absolute best sellers is my Interview Guide for Teachers. The investment for this Guide is €45. Let me take you through what that investment means for you...
NQTs Acing Your Interviews An All-in-1 Guide will help you get extremely clear on what you need to do to improve your interview technique so that you get the job you deserve.
What you will get access to?
1. Tips at your fingertips
As a job seeker, You will LOVE Acing Your Interviews - An All-in-1 Guide because it gives you access to a…
How to Apply to DEIS Schools
I've created a webinar for teachers that outlines all you need to know about working in DEIS settings.
This masterclass has helped teachers to REALLY get clear on how to apply with insight and confidence for roles in DEIS Schools.
Do you want in now?
Purchase ‘Insider Tips from DEIS Teachers’ here.
The Special Role that Year Heads Play
Many of my clients are year heads or aspiring year heads... here is an insight into the role they play....
Year heads
have the needs of their year group in their thoughts at all times
create opportunities for their group to connect, feel supported and engage with one another
are in tune with the effects of anxiety, bullying and academic achievements and put steps in place to help pupils at risk
contact parents regularly to keep them informed
collaborate with class teachers and support them with behavi…
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