Fall Semester 2011

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS FOR TEACHER EDUCATION MAJORS

Job-Search Basics for Teacher Candidates:
Resumes & Cover Letters
Mon., October 3
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Shriver MPR-BC

Job-Search Basics for Teacher Candidates:
Making Employer Contacts & Interviewing
Tues., October 18
5:30–7 p.m.
Shriver Heritage Room

Mock Interview Day for Teacher Candidates

Provides Education majors who are seniors with real-world interviewing experience by engaging seasoned professionals from school systems as volunteer mock interviewers. The typical mock interview will be 20-30 minutes with a 10-15 minute critique.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011
Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: 200 Hoyt Hall (on the Western Campus)

When can I schedule a mock interview for Nov. 10 ?

We hope to have a schedule available by the middle of October, if not sooner. We will send you an announcement via e-mail with detailed instructions.

What should I do now to prepare for the sign-up?

1. Any senior education major who would like to participate in a mock interview must attend either:
   • Making Employer Contacts & Interviewing (listed above) or
   • Career Services 101.
   • You only need to attend one of the above programs during your time at Miami.
2. Review and update your Miami CAREERlink profile.
3. Have a resume prepared to upload to your Miami CAREERlink account.

What is Miami CAREERlink?

Miami CAREERlink is Career Services’ online recruiting system.

NOTE: Please read the instructions found on the link above prior to clicking on the ‘Red Button.’

Internet Resources

The Career Services Website for Teacher Candidates and the Career Development Series booklet Employment Guide for Teacher Candidates provide useful information on preparing for your job search. Optimal Resume (student ID/password login required) is a comprehensive, web-based application for students to create, present, and manage professional resumes.