by Bob Thompson Once you have sent your resume to a potential employer and received an invitation to be interviewed for the position, start preparing for the interview. Before the Interview The Interview begins long before the Interview begins. To put it...
by Bob Thompson Want to keep out of trouble? Here are the top items which have put principal’s jobs in jeopardy over past years. Tolerating low performing teachers. A weak principal or other assistant administrator consistently passes the buck to you, and...
by Bob Thompson Sample Entry Plan Keep in mind it is their school, their kids, and their money. Invite each board member (and his/her spouse) over to your house for a meal with your family. This gives you a chance to know them (and them you) as people and not just...
by Bob Thompson Principal/Central Office Have a clear vision of job future What is my ultimate job goal? Does this job take me in that direction Am I willing to pay the price (before and after) for pursuing this course? Be informed about the new position I am...
by Bob Thompson Adapted from the Iowa Association of School Administrators Want to keep out of trouble? Here are the top items which have put superintendents’ jobs in jeopardy over past years. Tolerating weak principals. A weak principal or other assistant...