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erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hello and welcome to #edprep. This evening we discuss prep for the interview. I'm Eric Rodriguez, a T of almost 15 years.

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #edprep. Tonight we're discussing interviewing. Please join @erod129, @Samuel_Wallace2, and I as we pose some questions.

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Jay, principal for 10 years in Merton, WI, AP 5 years before that, and teacher 15 years before that. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Please tell us who you are and from where you are tweeting. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:04 PM EDT

First question coming in a few minutes. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: As you prepare for in interivew, first impressions are important. What are ways that you will make a positive impression? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:07 PM EDT

How are you doing Sam? Remember this time last year? #edprep

bluebutterflysm Apr 25 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Sharon, central Texas. 🦋 #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hello my friend, how are you doing? #edprep

bluebutterflysm Apr 25 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Sharon, central Texas. 🦋 #edprep

bluebutterflysm Apr 25 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: smile, look people on the eyes, dress super-professional. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 It's important to look the part, make eye contact, smile at everyone you meet, and provide succinct answers. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: As you prepare for in interivew, first impressions are important. What are ways that you will make a positive impression? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:10 PM EDT

There was no doubt! #edprep

In reply to @Samuel_Wallace2

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: I look for someone who wants to help kids. If they are in it for kids then it will show in their attitude. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: I also appreciate energy and someone who is positive. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Question 2 up in a minute #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Q2: As a new T, you may have limited teaching experiences. How do you showcase the experiences you have had?#edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 Show pictures of your students in action, lesson plans (especially ones you reflected on afterward), & good recommendations. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Q2: As a new T, you may have limited teaching experiences. How do you showcase the experiences you have had?#edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: on that note do you value a good digital portfolio @posickj ?#edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2 Show pictures of your students in action, lesson plans (especially ones you reflected on afterward), & good recommendations. #edprep
- erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:16 PM EDT
  
  Q2: As a new T, you may have limited teaching experiences. How do you showcase the experiences you have had?#edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Creating your own web page is easy with Google Sites. They have made it much more friendly. Wix is also a great way to showcase #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Digital portfolios are great. It doesn't hurt to share them in advance, too. Email it to someone on the interview team. #edprep

In reply to @erod129

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:20 PM EDT

HI! David, music educator & teacher mentor from SC, here for the first time. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Thank you for joining us David! #edprep

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:20 PM EDT

HI! David, music educator & teacher mentor from SC, here for the first time. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Welcome aboard, David. Glad you could join us. We hope you tell your friends about us. #edprep is every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7CST.

In reply to @stephensonmused

bluebutterflysm Apr 25 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: yr 20 & not actively interviewing. Just trying to stay current. I'm listening now. #edprep

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Thank you, @posickj ! May I, also, make a plug for a new chat that's quite appropriate for this group? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Here is question 3: How will you showcase your experience and innovative strategies during your interview? #edprep

bluebutterflysm Apr 25 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: and I volunteer to be the new teacher buddy each yr- attend new Tchr training just to help em be successful & happy. AuntSharon #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Absolutely! #edprep and #mentorchat could make a great couple!

In reply to @stephensonmused

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:25 PM EDT

That is awesome! Our Chats compliment each other well! I would love to collaborate! Right @Samuel_Wallace2 @posickj #edprep

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Thank you, @posickj ! May I, also, make a plug for a new chat that's quite appropriate for this group? #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3 I would love to see a video of a teacher and their students in action. Showing is so much better than telling. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Here is question 3: How will you showcase your experience and innovative strategies during your interview? #edprep

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A1: practice GENUINELY smiling, keep eye contact, remembering interviewers' names+addressing them by name, doing one's HW on school #edprep

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Agreed! Let's work on making that happen. #edprep

In reply to @posickj

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Yes! Let's do it! #edprep

In reply to @erod129, @Samuel_Wallace2, @posickj

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: I love to see artifacts of student work. Videos and pictures of activities are great! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Splendid idea! #edprep #mentorchat

In reply to @erod129, @Samuel_Wallace2

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: showcase via video clips of your teaching, INNOVATIVE multimedia presentations (like Prezi), quotes from peers/students #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:30 PM EDT

How much value do you place on ed tech @posickj ? #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:31 PM EDT

We are a GAFE school, but we can teach that. We can't really teach relating with kids. That's innate and more important. #edprep

In reply to @erod129

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: Ts can show initiative by earning ed tech certs like Google certified educators, and many others. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Question 4 coming in a few minutes #edprep

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@ChristineYH Let's consider pairing #mentorchat with #edprep Great idea from @posick & @erod129

bluebutterflysm Apr 25 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: related - ❤️ new Ts at #EdCamps Google certs & conferences. Gave Edcamp prize to beginning Ts: share & succeed 2gether. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q4: Family communication is improtant as an educator. How do you share your communication techniques with the interview team?#edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Excellent idea! Usually edcamps are awesome!! #edprep

bluebutterflysm Apr 25 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: related - ❤️ new Ts at #EdCamps Google certs & conferences. Gave Edcamp prize to beginning Ts: share & succeed 2gether. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4 Make sure you mention all the ways you communicate- phone, in person, email, newsletter- and have letters mention communication. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q4: Family communication is improtant as an educator. How do you share your communication techniques with the interview team?#edprep

bluebutterflysm Apr 25 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: have #YouTube videos aimed at parents to learn same tech-tips for my dyslexic & struggling readers on HW in cores. #edprep

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: I tout my use of @RemindHQ (text service) and social media #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: I can not recommend @Seesaw enough for communication with parents and guardians. It is the most effective tool I have used. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Remind is good, have you ever tried todaysmeet? @stephensonmused #edprep

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: I tout my use of @RemindHQ (text service) and social media #edprep

MCPTechDirector Apr 25 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#edprep I think we can teach/expect valuing student intelligence, experience, passion, voice! Align with trusting student choice.

In reply to @posickj, @erod129

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Definitely! Tell us more! @MCPTechDirector #edprep

MCPTechDirector Apr 25 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#edprep I think we can teach/expect valuing student intelligence, experience, passion, voice! Align with trusting student choice.
In reply to @posickj, @erod129

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I have not. I'll check it out! Is Seesaw similar, too? #edprep

In reply to @erod129

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Thanks for stopping by, James. Specific examples of voice and choice are important qualities to share with the interview team. #edprep

In reply to @MCPTechDirector, @erod129

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:42 PM EDT

The tool @Seesaw is a digital portfolio system for Ss and for Ts as well as Parents to be more involved in the learning process. #edprep

In reply to @stephensonmused, @Seesaw

bluebutterflysm Apr 25 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4: parents r a new relationship that you have to build on & work on. You have to earn trust. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Q5: When it is your turn to ask a question during the interview, what would you ask and why? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:45 PM EDT

The only others that compare are blooms and three ring. @seesaw is free for Ts and is outstanding! #edprep

In reply to @stephensonmused, @Seesaw

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: I have always asked about the principal's vision for the program. Budget ?'s, plan for long-term growth. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q5 Describe the culture of your school. What supports are available for new teachers? What word best describes the school and why? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Q5: When it is your turn to ask a question during the interview, what would you ask and why? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: I want to ask about the kinds of services that are available to advanced Ss and those that need extra help- differentiation #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I'm sure proud Ps love to talk about their school! #edprep

In reply to @posickj

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:48 PM EDT

We sure do! #edprep

In reply to @erod129

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5: I would like to know what kinds of support there is for innovation and creativity for Ts and for Ss. #edprep

MCPTechDirector Apr 25 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#edprep Be confident in your ability to learn, don't have to be a content expert or smartest person, not afraid to say "I don't know"

In reply to @erod129

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Life long learners making life long learners! #edprep

In reply to @MCPTechDirector

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: I would also like to know what kind of leadership opportunities are available for future years. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q6: (last one) You are asked to sell yourself as the best candidate for the postion. How do you distinguish what you have done? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Nice! Community involvment is key! #edprep

In reply to @Samuel_Wallace2

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Have you ever gotten any bites on that question? I'm interested and in favor of asking it. #edprep

In reply to @erod129

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6 You need to show your passion for kids, show your passion for teaching, and let them know you are there for the kids, always. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q6: (last one) You are asked to sell yourself as the best candidate for the postion. How do you distinguish what you have done? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: actions speak louder than words. Make sure to represent your accomplishments and innovation in your resume and portfolio #edprep

posickj - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:57 PM EDT

We've used it, and it can separate candidates depending upon their answer. You must be able to seel yourself! #edprep

In reply to @stephensonmused, @erod129

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Yes, as a matter of fact. I got a very good indication of high/low turnover when asking that. #edprep

stephensonmused Apr 25 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Have you ever gotten any bites on that question? I'm interested and in favor of asking it. #edprep
In reply to @erod129

erod129 - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Yes, you want to have a long term plan and indicate that you have interest in growing as a professional. #edprep

In reply to @posickj, @stephensonmused