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INSIDER TIPS &
TRADE SECRETS TO HELP
YOU MOVE UP THE
CAREER LADDER © Ryder and Associates
D R . M A R I L O U R Y D E R A s s o c i a t e P r o f e s s o r
B r a n d m a n U n i v e r s i t y
DID YOU KNOW?
Educational Administration is becoming one of the fastest growing
careers nationwide.
One half of all current school administrators plan to retire
within the next 3-5 years.
ARE YOU READY TO
MAKE YOUR NEXT MOVE?
Education is rapidly changing and our students need your leadership.
Education needs strong, innovative and collaborative leaders now.
Does your cover letter
and resume stand out in the crowd
and show paper screeners you’re
ready for the job?
If you answered NO to five or more
questions you may be ready to
Boost Your Promotion Quotient!
Promotion
WHAT’S A PROMOTION QUOTIENT?
PROMOTION Career Goals
Resume
Letter of Introduction
References
Interview Skills
Contract Negotiation
Mentors
Planning Packaging Preparing
Persevering
THESE WHEELS ARE MADE FOR DRIVING
Commute Time
How eager are you?
District choice not that important
I’VE GOT A PLAN AND I’M STICKING TO IT
Close to home?
Know your timeframe or willing to wait?
Selective about type of district?
RECOMMENDATIONS
• Letters from former supervisors, colleagues, board
members, university professors.
• Offer to send person your brief accomplishments and
work history.
• Continue to update your file throughout your career
especially when working with new supervisors.
• Ask for signed copies so you can make a PDF or hard
copy.
REFERENCES
• You will be asked to list 3-5 people as references.
• References may or may not have written a letter
of recommendation but are still willing to speak
on your behalf if called.
• Ensure your references will speak positively
about you.
• Always let your references know they may be
called.
PAPER SCREENING
Application form
Letter of application
Resume
Letters of
recommendation
Additional questions
APPLICATION FORM
Do not aggrandize accomplishments or
degrees.
Don’t lie. EVER!
No typos or misspellings. These will help
you get into the reject pile during paper
screening. Proof, proof, proof.
The resume is a tool with one main
purpose: WIN AN INTERVIEW. A
resume is an advertisement, nothing
more, nothing less.
In today’s world you need a powerful
resume. Your resume is a door
opener and will also be reviewed just
before making the choice of the
successful candidate.
WINNING RESUMES
Written by the candidate.
Whet the appetite and stimulate interest to meet you and learn more about you.
Present you in the best light.
Convince the employer you have what it takes to be successful in this new position or career.
CONNECT WITH THE DISTRICT
• Read through the job prospectus to determine
district needs.
• Underline key areas of need such as
curriculum, finance, or team building.
• Call people (you know) who may share
additional information.
• Structure your resume around these areas if
possible.
CREATE CONTENT THAT SELLS
Go beyond showing
what was required and
demonstrate how you
made a difference.
Provide specific
examples.
98%
How did you perform better than
others?
What were some problems or
challenges faced and how did you
overcome them?
Did you receive any awards or
recognition as a result?
Successfully developed and
monitored $100 million budget
and created a stabilization plan
that enabled Central USD to end
the year with an 18% reserve with
positive certification. District was
applauded for no layoffs or pay
cuts.
CREATE A TAGLINE
Avoid using a flowery or general objective statement. Rather replace the resume objective with a tagline stating what you do or your expertise.
Student focused instructional leader. Recognized for
developing mutual trust
and respect, building
collaborative teams,
public speaking, and sharing
information through honest and open communication.
AVOID PRONOUNS AND
ARTICLES
Your resume should be concise and
there should be no mention of
“I” or “me.”
Executed Evaluated
Promoted Negotiated
Developed Administered
Allocated Established
Contracted Reviewed
Identified Operated
Overhauled Coordinated
Motivated Recommended
WHICH IS STRONGER?
Maintained
oversight of a
student attendance
program
Provided leadership
for developing
Everyday Counts!
a program resulting
in a 5% increase in
student attendance
over one year.
DON’T WORRY ABOUT LENGTH
Don’t stress about making your
resume too long or too short. Many
people try to squeeze their
experiences onto one page and as a
result delete important information.
CREATE DESIGN
THAT GRABS ATTENTION
Design must highlight the most
important information and be
pleasing to the eye.
IDENTIFY EMPLOYER NEEDS
Focus on district concerns
and areas of emphasis in
the brochure or job
prospectus.
Desirable Skills: Ability to
reduce the drop out rate.
Mention your experience
or expertise in that area.
PRIORITIZE CONTENT
As you compose headings prioritize them by importance, impressiveness, and relevance to the job you want.
Education usually should not
be on the first page.
However if you attended
Harvard, Stanford or Princeton
rethink that placement.
I am attacking my resume for
you to review.
I have a keen eye for derail.
Hope to hear from you, shorty.
Strong pubic relations
background.
WRITE ON!!
1. Check out sample resume books to get ideas.
2. Pick a template from Word or design your own.
3. Arrange categories that make sense to you
and prioritize according to their importance.
4. Write to your audience. Try to showcase your
leadership experience and align it to the next
level.
Which example shows more
leadership potential?
Worked with grade level
teachers to develop a job fair
Provided leadership at the site
to implement a sixth grade job
fair.
FINAL DRAFT!!
• Edit your first draft.
• You don’t need to use complete sentences.
• Set draft down on table, walk away and give it
a quick glance. Does your formatting grab
your attention or is it just ho hum?
• Ask friends to proofread.
• Save in several places and be prepared to
tweak to address specific skills.
GAME TIME
When called for an interview be prepared.
Sound excited.
Ask important questions.
Smile when talking.
Questions: 1. Where and when
2. What’s involved… how many
panels, writing exercise
3. Panel composition
4. Search timeline
5. Phone number for main contact
6. Be cool and try not to call back
EXTRA CREDIT
Performance tests
Do your best and stick to the prompt
Proof your final edit
Save many times throughout the process if on a computer
DRESS FOR SUCCESS
Wear clothing that signifies leadership
and success.
Administrators on their best days wear
suits and ties.
Feel comfortable.
No long fingernails, or over the
top make up.
No Easter egg colors.
No tight clothing.
No fads .
Never wear an outfit for the
first time.
SICK TO DEATH
Deathly ill? Ask yourself
if you can make it.
Don’t apologize for being
sick or divulge illness.
Not likely to get another
interview.
STICKS AND STONES
Hurt or bruised? Call
ahead if you need special
access.
Have a good story for
your black eye.
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER?
No excuse for being late.
MapQuest in advance.
If late, call and explain
the situation.
EARLY BIRD
Checking in early to
hang out in the lobby
before scheduled
appointment gives the
impression you’re
desperate.
IDLE CHATTER
Make good use of your lobby time.
Discuss district information with secretary or
read available brochures.
Don’t play with your IPhone or chatter on
endlessly.
SMALL TALK
Be prepared with things
to say to the lead
interviewer on your way
into the interview room.
Have some small talk
ready about the district
to create synergy.
SORRY HANDSHAKE
Use a medium-firm grip to
exhibit confidence and
authority.
Always look your
interviewers in the eye and
say their name to make a
confident, lasting
impression.
NICE RECOVERY
No matter what goes
wrong during your
first introduction, it’s
how you recover
that’s important.
STRANGER THAN FICTION
Do research before the
interview.
Know how to pronounce
key names.
Visit the community.
TAKING THE HOT SEAT
Greet and shake panel
member’s hands.
Take your seat, don’t act
too casual, fidget or cross
your arms.
Sit up straight with your
shoulders back to ensure
confidence.
TIME TO PLAY BALL Tell us a little about yourself, what
qualifications you have for this position
and why you want to work for us.
CATCH YOUR BREATH
I would like to take this opportunity to
thank you for granting me an interview
today. I am happy to be here and look
forward to getting to know you better.
OPENING STATEMENT Three personal qualities.
Three skills you bring to the position.
Develop a story why you want the job.
Practice your response in front of a mirror
and with friends until you feel comfortable.
GAME TIME: THE INTERVIEW
Panel gets to the heart and soul of the
interview to determine:
Your personality
Your decision making ability
Your skills
Do we like you?
DON’T WORRY ABOUT BEING
NERVOUS
Ninety-nine percent of all
applicants recover from
being nervous after the
first question.
KEEP YOUR ANSWERS TO
LESS THAN THREE MINUTES
Many people talk too
much and lose sense of
time. Listen carefully to
what is being asked and
try not to be overly
anxious to impress.
THERE ARE NO RIGHT OR WRONG
ANSWERS IN AN INTERVIEW
There are just various
degrees of good and bad
responses. Listening will
allow you to answer
questions better.
DON’T PLEAD STUPIDITY
If you are asked a
question that renders
you speechless pause
and try to collect
yourself. Don’t point
out any personal
weaknesses.
Tell the panel you have no
experience or knowledge in
that area but are a fast
learner and know
how to find the information
to address that issue.
LEAVE YOUR PORTFOLIO AT HOME
Portfolios are
distracting and present
problems.
Have your resume
handy to distribute.
SHARE A HEARTFELT STORY
Tell a story that is appropriate but
only if it fits nicely into a specific
question or part of your exit strategy.
Greatest strengths
Building trust
Improving student achievement
Leadership style
Problem solving
Effective teaching
Conflict resolution
Navigating change
Accountability
Technology
Hobbies, fun, last book read
Budgets
Communication
Making Decision
Assessment
English Language Learners
Special Education/GATE
Unions
Diversity
Dropouts
Greatest Accomplishment
WHAT IS YOUR COMMUNICATION
STYLE?
1. Honest and Open
2. Improve access to information
3. Work to create avenues for two way
communication
4. Example
BEST ADVICE Pre-visualize yourself in a successful interview.
Know what’s in your resume.
Research the district.
Practice your opening and closing statements.
Find a mentor.
Your entire application packet
is your golden opportunity to let
employers know why you are
the best candidate for the job.
Michael Krause
Chief Business Official
The interview is an opportunity not
only for the district to decide if they
want you but also for you to decide
if you want to work for them.
Jeff Hinshaw
Controller
In this age of permanent
whitewater, persevere and go
beyond the typical and
everyday.
Tony Lamair Burks II
Superintendent-in-Residence
My advice is to think of any selection
procedure as a horse race. On any
given day, one horse is going to be a
nose faster than all the others, and
it’s not always the same horse. Losing
by a nose doesn't make you any the
less a thoroughbred. Dr. Pat White
Dean, Brandman University