1. SCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP T-330 January 20, 2016 Preparing for Job Interviews

2. Agenda Overview Q&A Friday Schedule Partners Logistics

3. Overall tips Help them picture you as the principal Speak in the present tense “I visit classrooms every day…” (NOT “I would visit classrooms…”) Give specific examples “I’m currently working with a team of teachers to…” Respond as a leader (not a candidate) Take care of the interview committee Balance specifics with overall philosophy “Know your why.” – Marques Simpson Practice Out loud More than once With specific examples to illustrate your leadership Do your homework – know the school

4. Preparation for Practice Interviews 1:00-1:50 Panel of people who hire principals 1:50-2:00 Transition to interview locations 2:00-4:00 Practice interviews, meet with partner Meet with partner ahead of time: What would you like feedback on? Where will you meet? Technology check-in? Dress professionally. What to bring? Visuals? Examples. Resume. Confidence.

5. Prepare for Questions About… (in no particular order) Family engagement Data use PD Equity Supervision and improving instruction Discipline English Language Learners Special Education Operations Leading teams …

6. Prepare to be assessed on… (in no particular order) Positivity and interpersonal skills Cultural proficiency Approach to challenge Awareness of trust and relationships Philosophy of education

7. What to Look For Explicit support for your growth and development!!! and…