Tips From Recruiters

Research the school/district prior to applying or interviewing. This will allow you to navigate the application and interview process with more background knowledge.

Present yourself in a professional manner - from start to finish!

Triple check your résumé for grammar and spelling errors.

Keep an open mind. Remember why you decided to get into this profession. Be willing to work where the need is the greatest.
 
With regard to résumés, highlight your experience working with kids/teens, and if you don't have any, get out there and volunteer.
 
Be well prepared and thoroughly research the school and school district. Share that knowledge in the interview. 
 
Take the opportunity to look at all employment options. Sometimes the best "fit" may be off the beaten path. 
 
Be ready to discuss student teaching, things you plan to implement, things you wouldn't use. Know the school through AEIS data.
 
Come prepared to engage your future employer!! Don't be afraid to say, "I do not know, but I will try my hardest to find out..." 
 
Position Certification information at the top of the résumé. Designate pending Certifications as such and/or list testing schedule.
 
Be well-prepared; search for and visit with districts that match your needs and preferences.
 
Relax and have a list of well thought-out questions.
 
Stay in contact with the districts in which you are interested. 
 
Ensure all information listed on the résumé is current (i.e., e-mail address, home address, and number).
 
Bring résumés; be professionally attired; be prepared to talk about your successes and accomplishments.
 
Talk to many districts - location is great, but many districts may offer more.
 
Bring résumés, letters of reference, or names/phone numbers of 3-4 references (school-related).
 
Interview as much as possible.
 
Dress for success, have a good résumé, be able to market yourself. 
 
Look at the district's Web site and become "somewhat" familiar with the arrangement of the district. 
 
Keep an open mind when considering districts.
 
Prepare a résumé that is easy to read. Get on the Internet and do your homework. 
 
Be confident! Know what you want, but be flexible.
 
Be open to all districts and areas of state.

More Recruiter Tips

Complete applications on site if possible; request interviews; know Motivation Theory; demonstrate you really want to teach; know your strengths; be prepared to articulate your goals and teaching philosophy; be specific about your practicum experiences; know your strengths in behavior management, interpersonal skills, etc.; make sure there are no spelling or grammar errors in your résumé and on your application; show enthusiasm and eagerness to work hard.