Getting+that+Next+Job

//Dr. Gaylord Tryon, President// 515.727.5807  begin_of_the_skype_highlighting  515.727.5807  end_of_the_skype_highlighting gtryon@mchsi.com www.gtryon.com
 * Getting That Next Job**




 * 1) ** Dr. Book's Gallery Walk Exercise (8:00 a.m.- 9:30 a.m.) **

//**What do we want to know?**//


 * Letter: **
 * Same letter for search firm vs. district that does its own?
 * typical length
 * content vs. resume
 * narrative or bullet points/ bullet points are easier to read
 * key areas
 * data points besides key areas/school finance/student test scores/
 * who looks at the letter?
 * who screens? all letters to the board
 * how much research on the district
 * 1) TRYON SAYS: opening statement, state the exact job. Main body don't use experience, use successes. Action words! 1 and 1/2 page limit. Restate your interest at the end.


 * Resume: **
 * format/length
 * number of references
 * how to sell your experience
 * killers? dont's? do's?
 * how far back is relevant
 * how much individualize for district
 * personal information
 * relevance of professional organizations
 * resume cont in letter
 * approach if there is an in house candidate
 * 1) TRYON Says: 3 pages max, put work related experiences up front, passions, leadership roles, achievements
 * 2) Personal Data, education, license, work experience, strengths/skills, job responsibilities, professional, community involvement, references
 * 3) References should carry a theme....that looks and sounds like your letter of application...must have a date on it!!


 * Interview: **
 * do you contact board members?
 * who do you contact?
 * application questions..numbers, kinds
 * how do you find out if the business manager is strong
 * guide to research district, finances?
 * who will you interview with?
 * what questions do you ask?
 * role of spouse?
 * how do you sell yourself without being arrogant?
 * not a fit..how to handle
 * will they show you housing?


 * Negotiating a Contract: **
 * low offer how to respond? Don't take job
 * what can you negotiating? time of contract
 * who do you negotiate with?
 * current supt. salary/benefits
 * What "must" be in contract?
 * length of contract

Dr. Tryon's Presentation: (Refer to Power Point)
 * What does your ideal job look like?
 * Why does this position interest you?
 * Where are the jobs? AASA, DM Register, Teachiowa.com, Iowa REAP
 * Do your research! Board minutes, annual report, CSIP, enrollments, budget, terms of board members
 * Letter of interest should address the issues or needs for the district.