Journey+to+the+Job

=** Year II Interns **= You've graduated from high school. So now what? What is the next step in the journey toward obtaining the dream of your own classroom? During the next few weeks you will follow the steps to becoming a great teacher. These activities in which you participate will help you have a smooth journey.

Schedule:
__Monday, May 8__ - Introduction to Journey to Job Unit __Tuesday and Wednesday, May 9 and 10__ - Preparing for the Interview __Thursday, May 18__ (and any other spare moments in class): __Monday, May 22__ - p.m. group interview with Clarence Simmons __Tuesday, May 23__ - a.m. group interview with Clarence Simmons (May 23 and 24) After interview: Prepare a professional note thanking Mr. Simmons for the interview. Follow the guidelines below. __Wednesday, May 24__ - Semester Exam - Professional Interview Reflection
 * Formulate answers to potential interview questions
 * Prepare professional dress for group interview
 * Finish preparing leave behinds for interview

How will you be graded:
Daily grade: May 8 Discussion of the path to becoming a teacher Daily grade: May 9 and 10 Preparing for the interview - preparing answers for interview Test grade: Leave behinds Test grade: Participation in group interview including professional dress and professional thank you Semester Exam: Reflection Blog of Interview.

Watch the video below to find out what the four steps are according to Teach.com.

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In Texas, what are the 5 requirements you must meet to become a teacher? Find these answers by visiting the Texas Education Agency website. [|Click here].

Step 1: Teacher Preparation
Where can you find appropriate teacher education programs? [|Click here] to find a program that fits your needs. Find the institution, location, and the specific name of the major or program of study you would complete. Record on the padlet below to share with your peers. Obtain the password to access the padlet from your teacher.

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Next, visit [|Teach.com]. Explore the website and uncover information about the state in which you plan to teach. Record on [|this chart].

Discuss some of the following programs that offer opportunities to make completing a teacher prep program more attainable.


 * [|TCC - Teacher Education] [|TCC Associates in Teaching] [|BISD/TCC Endowed Scholarship]


 * [|Tech Teach Across Texas] - watch the video for program overview media type="youtube" key="QkoiWL09oRE" width="560" height="315"


 * [|Texas Wesleyan] - tuition opportunity


 * [|Loan Forgiveness]


 * [|FAFSA] Select //**StudentAide.gov**//, then //**Types of Aide.**// Find out what types of aide you might be eligible for.

Step 2: Teaching Credentials
Teacher Certification
 * What is certification?
 * How do you get certified as a teacher?
 * Traditional certification
 * Alternative certification

Step 3: Find a Job[[image:job search.jpg width="400" height="246" align="left"]]
Where are teaching jobs posted? How do you find a teaching position? [|BISD Job Postings] How do you find out information about the district in which you are interviewing? What is the salary schedule? What do teachers make? [|BISD Salary Schedule]

Teachers' salaries vary from district to district, state to state, and position to position. Review the Birdville ISD salary schedule. What could you plan to earn if you were a first year teacher this year? Include stipends that may apply to your position.

Select one other school district in which you would consider teaching. What salary would be be earning if you were beginning your career now? Record on the [|Google doc].



How do you prepare for the interview?
[|Watch this for 10 tips about interviewing.]

What questions will they ask? Will you have to do more than answer questions? What should you take along?


 * Letter of application/introduction (including e-portfolio)
 * [[image:kkallasbctal/interview questions.jpg align="right"]]Sample letter of Introduction
 * [[file:Letter of Introduction - Journey to the Job.doc]]
 * Completing an application (tips and how-tos)

>> Teach a lesson - you may be asked to do this during the interview >>
 * Prepare for the Interview
 * Interview questions/answers
 * Interview Questions
 * [[file:Interview Questions - Journey to the Job.pdf]]
 * Interview leave-behinds and brag books
 * Leave Behinds
 * [[file:Interview Leave Behinds.docx]]
 * Your image
 * Dress for Success - the professional you
 * on social media - clean it up or shut it down
 * [|Clean Up Your Social Media Profile]
 * [|Social Media Tips for Job Seekers]

Step 4: Your Teaching Career
1. Stay involved 2. Keep current 3. Teaching methods 4. Technology