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HOW TO FIND TEACHING JOBS Cathy Stephens, M.Ed. Director, Educational Certification and Career Services Whitworth University Washington State Continuing Teacher Certificate Endorsements: Elementary Education and Theatre Master of Education, Administrative Leadership

CASTING YOUR NET Need/want to stay local or within my state Local district searches State/local career fairs State websites Interested in moving out-of-state State career fairs Specific areas Teachers-Teachers.com I could go international International schools Teaching English – TEFL and TESOL Specific countries of interest Alternatives Missionary teaching assignments/partially funded Alternative teaching assignments (Sylvan Learning Centers, etc.)

THE POWER OF … Knowing what you’re looking for Identifying jobs that fit YOU, while remaining flexible Tracking your applications and staying organized Networking!!

PROACTIVE BUT NOT OVERLY AGGRESSIVE Tailor each application - show your common ground Follow-up with applications if necessary Send resume to principals; with caution Ask for feedback if your application was not selected for an interview Stay positive!

IN THE MEANTIME … Substitute teaching – a WEALTH of great experience Volunteer with kids Coach Youth Group/Young Life Leadership Add endorsements to your certificate Enroll in a graduate program

RESOURCES Teachers-Teachers.com The International Educator International School Services Dave’s ESL Café Job Board TEFL/TESOL certification

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