TL;DR: There is no instruction manual for handling situations as they arise in the teaching world. Know that everything you encounter, whether negative or positive, becomes a part of your resume. Maria Montroni-Currais joined Rae on the Daily Drop In to talk about refreshing routines. Click here to watch! Recently, I participated in an arbitration hearing between the board of education and … Read More
Interview Tips: Don’t Just Read Your Resume
TL;DR: An interview is an opportunity for you to explain why this opportunity is the right one for you. Use your interview to tell the committee who you are, not just what you’ve done. Don’t Just Read Your Resume: Interview Tips Happy Spring. To some, this is the time to celebrate the blossoming of tulips and the melted snow. To … Read More
The Road to the Principalship
TL;DR: The road to the principalship involves the following five behaviors and demonstrated leadership skills developed over time with evidence of action: good leaders ask great questions, build relationships, stand out in the crowd, and are risk-takers and collaborative leaders. The words on the resume should match the leader’s actual work in schools. Each spring, assistant principals begin applying for … Read More