The following are 3 professional association websites for those who are employed in the teaching field:
1-Association of American Educators- http://www.aaeteachers.org/
The Association of American Educators (AAE) is the largest national nonunion professional teachers association, advancing the profession through teacher advocacy and professional development, as well as promoting excellence in education, so that our members receive the respect, recognition and reward they deserve.
2- The National Education Association- http://www.nea.org/
The National Education Association of the United States, are the voice of education professionals. Their work is fundamental to the nation, and we accept the profound trust placed in us. Our vision is a great public school for every student.Their mission is to advocate for education professionals and to unite our members and the nation to fulfill the promise of public education to prepare every student to succeed in a diverse and interdependent world.
3- New York State Union for Teachers- http://www.nysut.org/
They are dedicated to improving not only teacher working conditions, but also their professions. This organization united in a common commitment to improve the quality of education and healthcare for the people of New York.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Get The Job
Here are some websites with helpful tips for those preparing for a job interview:
1- http://jobsearch.about.com/cs/interviews/a/jobinterviewtip.htm
2- http://www.best-job-interview.com/job-interview-tips.html
3- http://www.bls.gov/oco/oco20045.htm
Apparently preparation is an important tip amongst these sites. Its important for the interviewee to know about the position they are applying for and have a basic knowledge of the campany hiring. Its also important to practice interviews and prepare for certain questions you think they mighgt ask. Being on time is an important tip as well as dress and grooming. You want to make sure you look presentable and give off a professional look in order to be taken seriously.
1- http://jobsearch.about.com/cs/interviews/a/jobinterviewtip.htm
2- http://www.best-job-interview.com/job-interview-tips.html
3- http://www.bls.gov/oco/oco20045.htm
Apparently preparation is an important tip amongst these sites. Its important for the interviewee to know about the position they are applying for and have a basic knowledge of the campany hiring. Its also important to practice interviews and prepare for certain questions you think they mighgt ask. Being on time is an important tip as well as dress and grooming. You want to make sure you look presentable and give off a professional look in order to be taken seriously.
Resume Writing Tips
In doing online research i was able to find 3 helpful website dealing with resume writing:
1- http://www.dailywritingtips.com/resume-writing-tips/
This website gave some great advice when writing your resume. One thing that stuck out to me was the eye opening keypoint elaborating on making sure you use the proper key words: "Most companies (even smaller ones) are already using digital databases to search for candidates. This means that the HR department will run search queries based on specific keywords. Guess what, if your resume doesn’t have the keywords related to the job you are applying for, you will be out even before the game starts. " This is a good point to keep in mind because it increases your chances of landing an interview and perhaps the job, if you're able to present and describe yourself in a way that grabs the employers attention and gives the impression that you are well qualified for the job.
2- http://career-advice.monster.com/resumes-cover-letters/resume-writing-tips/resume-mistakes-pet-peeves/article.aspx
This website was very helpful in telling you things that you DONT do when writing your resume. There are 4 things that can lead to your resume being crumpled and thrown right in the garbage: 1. Abadly formatted resume, 2. An immature resume, 3. Your resume is too templated, and 4. Your resume is sneaky. In reguards to resume being sneaky the website states: "Career expert Abby Kohut says she immediately distrusts people whose resumes have no dates on them. “Gaps are not a problem,” she says. “The problem is when you try to be deceptive." David S. Williams, founder and CEO of salary consultancy SpringRaise, agrees, saying that if you are or have been unemployed, don’t try to hide it. “You may be doing yourself a disservice because you may be a strong candidate for a position, but you tried to hide your current status," he says." SO its best to be straightforward on your resume and use it as a means to tell the history of the progress of your career.
3- http://www.how-to-write-a-resume.org/resume_writing_tips.htm
1- http://www.dailywritingtips.com/resume-writing-tips/
This website gave some great advice when writing your resume. One thing that stuck out to me was the eye opening keypoint elaborating on making sure you use the proper key words: "Most companies (even smaller ones) are already using digital databases to search for candidates. This means that the HR department will run search queries based on specific keywords. Guess what, if your resume doesn’t have the keywords related to the job you are applying for, you will be out even before the game starts. " This is a good point to keep in mind because it increases your chances of landing an interview and perhaps the job, if you're able to present and describe yourself in a way that grabs the employers attention and gives the impression that you are well qualified for the job.
2- http://career-advice.monster.com/resumes-cover-letters/resume-writing-tips/resume-mistakes-pet-peeves/article.aspx
This website was very helpful in telling you things that you DONT do when writing your resume. There are 4 things that can lead to your resume being crumpled and thrown right in the garbage: 1. Abadly formatted resume, 2. An immature resume, 3. Your resume is too templated, and 4. Your resume is sneaky. In reguards to resume being sneaky the website states: "Career expert Abby Kohut says she immediately distrusts people whose resumes have no dates on them. “Gaps are not a problem,” she says. “The problem is when you try to be deceptive." David S. Williams, founder and CEO of salary consultancy SpringRaise, agrees, saying that if you are or have been unemployed, don’t try to hide it. “You may be doing yourself a disservice because you may be a strong candidate for a position, but you tried to hide your current status," he says." SO its best to be straightforward on your resume and use it as a means to tell the history of the progress of your career.
3- http://www.how-to-write-a-resume.org/resume_writing_tips.htm
"You have
a very small window of time to get the interest of a hiring manager, therefore being
general and scattered will insure that your resume is filed in the
"circular file" - i.e. - the trash can. Therefore, it is essential
that you take the time before you start your resume to form a clear and
targeted objective." <--- Very important. Make sure you know what your objective is and that it fits the job description and mentions the qualities being asked of you.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
INTP- Introverted Intuitive Thinking Perceiving
Usually im not one to buy into the whole personality survey idea, but this particular survey surprised me. My results for the Myer's-Briggs personality test where quite accurate. According to it i am an "architect". I had already diagnosed my personality during yesterdays lesson but i wasnt too sure on what the INTP personality type actually meant in reguards to me specifically. But after reading the survey description i dhave to say it describes me pretty good. Even down the carrer choice. The number one career field suggestion was education. This is the field i am currently working in and plan to progress in. It also stated It is difficult for an Architect to listen to nonsense, even in a casual conversation, without pointing out the speaker's error. And in any serious discussion or debate Architects are devastating, their skill in framing arguments giving them an enormous advantage. This describes me to a T. Im very self reflecting and might not always be the liudest but i definitely have opinions and morals and im more than willing to let someone know if a certain line is being crossed. "Architects will listen to amateurs if their ideas are useful, and will ignore the experts if theirs are not. Authority derived from office, credential, or celebrity does not impress them. Architects are interested only in what make sense, and thus only statements that are consistent and coherent carry any weight with them. " Im not easily impressed by status whether economical or celebrity-wise. I enjoy the company of people who are real and make sense and who are consistent in their ideas and personality, so anyone has a fair shot at being my friend because i ultimately accept everyone for who they are, flaws and all... Sooo this test was pleasant and reassured my knowledge of who i am as a person.
Tips For Cover Letters
The following are three websites in which helpful tips are given for the writing of a cover letter:
1. http://resumes-for-teachers.com/cover-letter-help/structure-teacher-cover-letter.php
2. http://www.careers.wwu.edu/resources/resumehandout_foreducators.pdf
3. http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/723/03/
All three websites offer a great deal of information when it comes to organizing and perfecting your cover letter, however, sites
1and 2 are specifically geared toward cover letters for those looking to get a job in the teaching field. The first website stresses the importance of a cover letter's first paragraph. According to this site the first paragraph is what grabs the reader's attention and is the first chance for them to form an opinion of you. This is why its important to name the person specifically that you are writing to and make sure you spell their name CORRECTLY. Also make sure you state where you heard about the vacancy and name any references. This'll give you extra favorable points.
Site 2 is great because there are numerous examples of resumes and cover letters presented so youre able to get a better grasp of what you should include in your personal resume. Neatness, professionalism, are listed as important qualities of both your resume and cover letter. There is also a list of frequently asked questions for teacher candidates that are answered and prove very helpful in applying for teaching positions.
Site 3 includes general tips and advice for all cover letter. One good thing the mentioned that will be of benefit in writing your letter is to learn about the company and job position youre applying for and try to include some of the information in your letter to show your familialarity...
1. http://resumes-for-teachers.com/cover-letter-help/structure-teacher-cover-letter.php
2. http://www.careers.wwu.edu/resources/resumehandout_foreducators.pdf
3. http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/723/03/
All three websites offer a great deal of information when it comes to organizing and perfecting your cover letter, however, sites
1and 2 are specifically geared toward cover letters for those looking to get a job in the teaching field. The first website stresses the importance of a cover letter's first paragraph. According to this site the first paragraph is what grabs the reader's attention and is the first chance for them to form an opinion of you. This is why its important to name the person specifically that you are writing to and make sure you spell their name CORRECTLY. Also make sure you state where you heard about the vacancy and name any references. This'll give you extra favorable points.
Site 2 is great because there are numerous examples of resumes and cover letters presented so youre able to get a better grasp of what you should include in your personal resume. Neatness, professionalism, are listed as important qualities of both your resume and cover letter. There is also a list of frequently asked questions for teacher candidates that are answered and prove very helpful in applying for teaching positions.
Site 3 includes general tips and advice for all cover letter. One good thing the mentioned that will be of benefit in writing your letter is to learn about the company and job position youre applying for and try to include some of the information in your letter to show your familialarity...
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