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Applications Print or type neatly Use black ink Complete ALL blanks (n/a or NA) Read and follow instructions Be truthful Focus on positive information 4 Copyright © Texas Education Agency All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission.

Interviews Preparing for the interview Positive attitude about your qualifications Educational experience Previous employment Three personal references Appropriate physical appearance 5 Copyright © Texas Education Agency All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission.

Interviews Practice the interview Use a mirror Record yourself Audio Video Use a family member or friend 6 Copyright © Texas Education Agency All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission.

Interviews Scheduling the interview Speak clearly State the purpose of your call Set an appointment 7 Copyright © Texas Education Agency All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission.

Interviews Common interview questions: For what type of position are you applying? What are your qualifications for this position? What skills do you have that would help you in this position? What motivates you? How do you rate yourself as a leader? What do you feel are your greatest strengths? What do you feel are your greatest weaknesses? What are your short-term and long-term goals? Have you been dismissed from another job? Why? Why did you leave your previous job? How many days of school / work did you miss during the previous year? What is your most important accomplishment to date? 8 Copyright © Texas Education Agency All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission.

Interviews During the interview Confidence, positive attitude, and assertiveness Shake the interviewer’s hand Make eye contact Smile Use good posture Speak clearly Do not chew gum or smoke! 9 Copyright © Texas Education Agency All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission.

Interviews During the interview Focus on your accomplishments Answer truthfully and completely Focus on the job opening Thank the interviewer before leaving 10 Copyright © Texas Education Agency All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission.

Interviews Interview follow-up Send a thank you note within two days of the interview Phone call to secure information Self-evaluation 11 Copyright © Texas Education Agency All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission.