1. What a School System Seeks in a Teacher
A Guide for Prospective Teachers

2. Academic Preparation Strong Preparation Skills Stellar Student Record
Scholarship Opportunities

3. Character Clear Background Check Exceptional References
Clean Internet Profile

4. Communication Skills
Listening Skills
Writing Skills
Speaking Skills

5. Personality Characteristics
Flexible
Good People Skills
Positive
Problem Solver
Dedicated
Open-minded
Professional

6. Professional Disposition
Professionalism
Attire
Punctuality
Professional Growth and Development
Social Media

7. Professionalism
The core of your career. EVERYTHING feeds into this term.
Professional Learning Community (PLC)

8. Interview Attire Men Women Dress or Pant Suit is appropriate
White/Light blue button down dress shirt
Charcoal, navy or black suit
Black lace shoes
Modest tie
Solid color
Small print
Dress or Pant Suit is appropriate
Black, Navy or Gray
Black shoes, modest heel
Panty hose
Keep jewelry simple
Cover all tattoos

9. Punctuality Be on time for work and all related activities
Turn in assignments on time

10. Professional Growth and Development
Improve on your craft
Take care of your mental and physical health

11. Social Media Be responsible Post with extreme caution
Do you really think that it is deleted?

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15. Contact Information
Dr. Debra Graham-Gosha
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