Welcome to LAUSD Teacher Application Information Session 3/14/16 Introductions The Application Process When to apply? How to apply? Benefits Salary Question and Answer

The Application Process: When to apply? Keep in mind that schools generally know how many openings they have for the next school year beginning in March. Apply early! Full-time currently enrolled in a credential program:  Up to 3 months before applying for credential to CTC  Typically, during last student teaching assignment Full-time w/o credential (Alternative Certification):  Completed Bachelor’s degree w min. 2.7 GPA  Meet Basic Skills requirement, typically, by passage of CBEST

The Application Process: How to apply? Go to Click Apply Now!

The Application Process: How to apply? Create an account Be sure that “Certificated” Application Type is checked

The Application Process: How to apply? Experience – must match resume Teaching and non-teaching Paid and unpaid References (will need address of each) Required for EVERY experience for the last 3 years If non-education based, must be from immediate supervisor If education based, must be from the Principal Must utilize District e-reference form to ensure confidentiality LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION ARE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE DISTRICT LEVEL

The Application Process: How to apply? Documents to upload:  Resume  Basic Skills Exam (e.g., CBEST)  Subject Matter Competence (e.g. CSET, Subject Matter Exam, Waiver or NCLB Verification)  OFFICIAL Bachelor's Degree Transcripts  OFFICIAL Graduate Transcripts  Other OFFICIAL Transcripts (e.g., Junior College, etc.)  Teaching Credential  University Internship Letter  U.S. Constitution Exam

I’ve submitted my application, what’s next? Once submitted, you should receive an automated indicating that the application is complete and has been submitted (new apps only) Over 10,000 applications a year received Applications are processed by anticipated district need and selection criteria and are on file for one calendar year Once your application is processed, you will receive an regarding your next steps in the application process

I’ve submitted my application, what’s next? The eligibility interview process for full-time teacher consists of: Formal interview Sample Teach (12-minute sample lesson) Writing sample (online)

What about applying for substitute teaching? Same online application as full-time teaching Substitute applications are typically considered between August through January Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree GPA 2.7 or higher Basic skills requirement (e.g., CBEST)

Benefits Unlike other school districts and companies, LAUSD provides full benefits on top of your salary Includes medical, dental, & vision for you, your partner/spouse and your dependents Ability to earn District paid retiree health benefits For more information: Or contact (Full-time Certificated)

Salary L – Table (Alternative Certification) T – Table (Regular Credentials) Can be found online here: Based on years of service and salary points

Salary How to read the Salary Tables: Horizontally represents years of service as a certificated employee Vertically represents salary points (213)

Job Interview Preparation Full-time eligibility process Formal interview Sample Teach (12-minute sample lesson) Writing sample (online)

Prepare Yourself: Anticipate the Interview

Job Listings Brief description of the job Duties Job applicant qualifications Requirements Job applicant qualities Personal traits I know what the job is, why is this important?

Job Interview Question Types What You Know Questions Problem/Solution Questions Behavioral Questions Information Questions

PAR Responses The PROBLEM May be stated in the question May need to be identified and stated by you Your ACTIONS What specifically did you do? The RESULTS How was the issue resolved? What did you learn from the experience?

SAMPLE TEACH 12 minute lesson from start to finish Clear beginning, middle and end Lesson Plan Standards based Identify age group, subject, topic Lesson objective clear enough to be achieved in the time frame Check for understanding Consult and rehearse with a mentor teacher

Interview To-Do’s Before the interview: Practice interview multiple times Identify your intentions, your skills, objectives, and important values…know yourself Choose and prepare your wardrobe Get adequate rest Allow ample travel time and know where to park Be early

Bonnie Ratner, Talent Acquisition Specialist Neena Agnihotri, Talent Acquisition Specialist To learn more about the District and to apply online, visit our website at: