#K12talent Archive

#K12Talent chat is for K-12 HR professionals or any school leader interested in learning more about human capital leadership. Topics include: rewards/recognition, recruiting, hiring, interviewing, difficult employees.
Tuesday December 13, 2016
9:00 PM EST
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Q1 Welcome to #K12Talent chat! Please share your name & position & we’ll do some #intros to get this party started! #K12Talent @_AASPA_ #HR
  • ChrisWolk Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Have a great chat #k12talent. Driving home from class :(
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST
    I’m @jskretta and I am the Superintendent of @norris160 in Firth, #NE aka #thegoodlife. #K12Talent @_AASPA_ Looking forward to our convo!
    In reply to @jskretta, @norris160, @_AASPA_
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Thanks for not tweeting from behind the wheel, @ChrisWolk! Let's catch up with you next time around on #K12Talent @_AASPA_
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Q2 In addition to traditional recruitment ads and job fairs, what are some strategies your district is using successfully #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Q2 In addition to the traditional methods, @norris160 has grabbed numerous great recruits through student teaching & practicum #K12Talent
    In reply to @norris160
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Q3 What initial screening methods do you use to help identify high-potential candidates from your applicant pool? #K12Talent @_AASPA_ #HR
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Q3 @norris160 uses initial online screener Frontline applicant tracker. High potential candidates get phone intrvw follow-up. #K12Talent
    In reply to @norris160
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Q4 What promising practices in alternative certification pathways has your district used to assist w/recruitment of new teachers? #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Q4 We've seen more interest from non-trads coming into teaching, called by a sense of mission. Need programs tailored to them. #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Q5 >40% of new teachers leave the profession within the first 5 yrs, what are some strategies we can use to increase retention? #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Q5 Schools must offer a combo of competitive salaries with a supportive and collaborative environment to retain top teachers! #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Q6 What are key characteristics of schools & districts most likely to be successful in recruiting & retaining teachers? #K12Talent @_AASPA_
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Q6 Success breeds success! The biggest attractors of excellent teachers? Other excellent teachers & supportive admin. #K12Talent @_AASPA_
    In reply to @_AASPA_
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Q7 Are there unique compensation strategies your district is using to assist in the recruitment & retention of teachers? #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Especially in critical shortage areas, schools have to get creative about compensation or we lose to the private sector @_AASPA_ #K12Talent
    In reply to @_AASPA_
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Q8 Has your district lost some top teachers to neighboring districts, & if so, what are you do to boost retention? #K12Talent @_AASPA_
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:36 PM EST
    #K12Talent Great point from @mcclemnaz: Simply no substitute for the power of caring relationships:dignify teachers!
    In reply to @mcclemnaz, @_AASPA_, @mcclemnaz
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Q9 @Gallup reports a staggering 87% of employees worldwide are not engaged. What are key engagement strategies you’re using? #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Q9 It would seem a professional development model emphasizing collaboration & ample time for teamwork is a key to engagement. #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Q10 What fellowship ideas has your district initiated to help increase sense of belonging for new staff with your veteran Ts? #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Q11 What are some ways your district shows administrative support for new teachers, a critical component of retention? #K12Talent
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A11 @jskretta Pair new teachers with established master teachers in a mentoring program & team up for @MarzanoResearch prof dev! #K12Talent
    In reply to @jskretta, @MarzanoResearch
  • jskretta Dec 13 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Thanks @_AASPA_ for sponsoring the #k12talent chat tonight! Signing off but you can follow me @jskretta & see you next week for #K12Talent
    In reply to @_AASPA_, @jskretta