Interviewing+etc.

__Interviewing etc.__

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[|Ten myths] of interviewing.

[|Tips for interviewing] for a principal position. BC

Here is a comprehensive guide for those responsible for planning interviews. BC

The Michigan Association of Middle & Elementary Principals passed along these [|interview questions]. BC

The Middle School Association has provided [|sample interview questions] for assistant principals. Many of the questions are easily translated to elementary or high school AP's. BC

A simple Google, key words search will provide some resources regarding various aspects of career advancement. This link is one example. While much of the information [|here] may seem obvious, you may pick up a nugget or two worth filing away for future reference. BC

Although Michigan does not require administrative candidates to take the [|Praxiis Exam], many states do require it. It is a standards-based instrument which is particularly important to know about if you have thoughts of getting certified in other states which may or may not recognize your Michigan certification. BC

Here are some general tips for [|resume writing]. BC

The 5/20/12 Jobs section of the Free Press contained this article, " Pack Your Resume for Success". I have summarized the article for you:
 * Study the job posting for key words, usually nouns, and include those key words in your resume.
 * Instead of a generic job objective (e.g. Teacher leader seeks administrative leadership position.), begin your resume with a professional summary aimed at the specific job posting (e.g. Seven years experience as a teacher leader with a focus on school improvement and measurable results. PTO liaison, EA building representative, district technology committee chair are most recent leadership experiences.)
 * Instead of simply listing daily duties, focus on accomplishments. Remember SAR - Situation, Action, Results. Ask yourself: "What was the situation, what actions did I take, and what was the result?" Show that you are not only good at taking directions but that you're also results-driven.
 * Include hobbies or volunteering positions to give employers a glimpse of your personality outside of work. Showcase any activities that require skills similar to those needed for the position you seek. (e.g. Asst. principal applicant who volunteers for Big Brothers/Sisters.)
 * Be concise and clear. Include only information that is necessary to the job. Be succinct and purposeful, not wordy.
 * "Since most resumes are now submitted on line, including links to relevant social media profiles, personal websites, or online portfolios can make your resume multidimensional...Just make sure to clean up your profiles before sharing them, so employers don't have access to anything that might be detrimental to your professional reputation."

There may be other principal perceiver instruments but Gallup's Principal Insights is the one most widely used. Here is [|Gallup's web ad] for their leadership predictor tool. The ASCD book //Staffing the Principalship// briefly describes the [|12 areas] covered by Gallup's instrument. BC


 * [|Monster] .**com is a job search web site and I found this info that may be of interest to you. There appear to be several short articles about interviewing, resumes, etc. BC