My Best Hiring Advice

My Best Hiring Advice

  I frequently have the opportunity to speak with aspiring teachers, and I try to share some advice about the hiring process. Trying to land that first teaching position can…
No Distraction Days

No Distraction Days

  Last Friday, school was closed for students and teachers. Several snow days were built into the schedule, and because we didn’t use all of them, the district decided to…
The First Time Slot

The First Time Slot

  Throughout my career, I've sat through a lot of interviews. I've been on both sides of the table, as both interviewee and interviewer. I know that it is a…
Joining the Dark Side

Joining the Dark Side

  Many educators describe the move from teacher to administrator as coming over to the Dark Side. The belief is very much us versus them. The idea is that administrators…