What are some things to include in your interview binders? I have my resume, letters of recommendation, lesson plans, teaching materials, and thank you notes from previous students. I’m wondering if I’m missing anything else.
I’m hoping to start my first year teaching in the fall but what happens if I don’t get a job? I am looking for either ms/hs eventually and I did apply to elementary jobs too so I’m not being picky.
I currently work at a daycare and am mostly with toddlers and infants and thought about possibly staying here for the year if I don’t get something but didn’t know if that would look bad for the future jobs.
I was a sub from January to May but I don’t think I can go back because it unfortunately barely pays enough to cover my bills and doesn’t include insurance unlike the daycare. I do understand that there is still time to find a job but I’ve been on a few interviews and haven’t had much luck so I wanted to start thinking about the possibility of not getting something. Any advice is appreciated.
What are some things you think young teachers should bring to interviews and what are good questions to ask? (This is specifically for band but please give advice for general/choir incase anyone interested finds this post)
I started long term subbing for music for a few months at the school I student taught at and now that position is open. The position is co teaching general music and 6-8. I recently got a call for an interview at a smaller rural school for 5-12 band and am having a hard time picking which job I should take (assuming I’m offered both). At my current school I obviously am more familiar with the program, I have formed great rapport with the students, and it pays 5k more but on the other hand I don’t love the general music classes. At the other school I would be the only director and I really like the idea of a smaller program and being able to see students throughout all those years. I’m wondering if it’s better to stay somewhere I’m comfortable or go somewhere new that I might like better.