Top Tips on Job Interviews and Sample Lessons

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  • čas přidán 29. 06. 2024
  • Tis' the season for getting that new teaching job. There are a ton of resources out there to help you land that new position, but I thought I'd sprinkle some magic and to help you rock that next interview and sample lesson.
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Komentáře • 73

  • @lizvanwinkle5439
    @lizvanwinkle5439 Před 4 lety +24

    "My man, can we relax?" 😂😂😂 That was perfect!

    • @alancameron4570
      @alancameron4570 Před 2 lety

      i guess im randomly asking but does any of you know a trick to log back into an Instagram account..?
      I was stupid lost the account password. I love any assistance you can give me

  • @OurBittersweetLife
    @OurBittersweetLife Před 4 lety +25

    I love this! I am going into my first year of teaching this year and I was lucky to get offers from three different schools. I believe these schools wanted me because I did everything you mentioned in this video; I was prepared, I was well dressed, I was excited, and I was confident. Something I want to add that I did that seemed to excite everyone on the panels that interviewed me was to ask them why they loved working for the school/district. As soon as I asked, they all got excited and I could see their passion shine through as they were answering. Thank you for making this video, CJ! I know it will be so helpful to others as they are trying to find a job!

    • @user-fz3ip3ke8p
      @user-fz3ip3ke8p Před 4 lety +1

      When the interviewer becomes the interviewed

    • @CJReynolds
      @CJReynolds  Před 4 lety +1

      Wow Michaela congratulations!! All the best to you in your first year!! 😁😁😁🥳

  • @marywhyte8484
    @marywhyte8484 Před 4 lety +13

    Great advice! So true about confidence - it's not about ego. A quiet confidence in who you are speaks loudly.
    The best advice I was given when I was transitioning from being a stay-at-home mom to becoming a teacher (and not being super confident about my resume) was that if you're offered an interview, you ARE qualified for the job on paper. If you weren't qualified, they wouldn't even interview you. So...you can walk in confidently and show them who you are, what you care about, and what you have to offer as a person, knowing that your resume has not hindered you.
    I agree with the importance of making connections with any student you run into, and I would add that you should make sure you are kind/respectful to the secretary. They often have huge sway with the principal, and if you are dismissive of the secretary, they will let the principal know.
    Thanks, Reynolds!

  • @shambirose2482
    @shambirose2482 Před 10 měsíci

    can't get enough of this guy. so serious. Thank you, Reynolds!!! Got my first interview tomorrow and I was like uh-oh, I have no one to give me pointers and then I remembered, of course, I do. I bet anything Reynold's will have something for me. I am so glad I checked.I will be watching it again before I go in! Thank you!!! PS Yaaaay Tyler! Thank you!!😂

  • @gotrek860
    @gotrek860 Před 4 lety +7

    Le petit prince is a book you should read at every step of your life. You learn something new everytime.

  • @SchmidtMinutes
    @SchmidtMinutes Před 4 lety +18

    I have found that many of the jobs I have interviewed for were jobs that I was NOT the most experiences or qualified candidate for. I have put out hundreds of job apps for teaching positions and I have only had about 7 interviews in total. Only two of those schools chose to hire me. I was candid and showed them what I could do that others may not have. It worked out eventually. Getting a job is hard, but it only takes one. Thanks for sharing!

    • @SchmidtMinutes
      @SchmidtMinutes Před 4 lety +1

      Also, I wanted to get that exact tie the other day. My wife hated it. Glad to see it worked out for you.

  • @TheChroniclesofTeacherTay

    YES to portraying confidence!! I feel like that truly is one of the biggest things administrators look for. They need to know you can be a presence in front of a group of students.

  • @nickkline6956
    @nickkline6956 Před 4 lety +16

    This is great. Thanks, Reynolds. I’ll be student teaching in the spring. 🤞🏻 A ton of really good suggestions.
    I too messed around in community college, and got a business degree from a 4 year school at 30 yo. I will be turning 40 during my student teaching, and I’m thrilled with my decision, regardless of how late in life it might be.

  • @bensebastian42
    @bensebastian42 Před 3 lety +1

    Edit: after 1.5 years of interviews, I just got my first contract teaching job! Wishing the best of luck to everyone watching this video! Thank you so much CJ!
    I just wanted to say that this is the nth time I've watched this video and it's one i keep coming back to
    Thank you so much for all you do, your channel has been a game changer for me!

  • @pags409
    @pags409 Před rokem

    Laaaaate bloomer. Graduated at 40 and have taught off and on since then. Now 53 and second interviewing, today for my first full time position. You are nailing it good sir! I did the music thing too! Still do :-)

  • @jordyreads
    @jordyreads Před 3 lety +5

    Just started teaching at a title I school in Miami, fl! So far I feel very supported by admin and I’ve noticed the staff is very close and it’s a positive work environment. So many people have knocked on my door and helped me out this week. Teaching is dream job and even though this was the only job I could get, I want to make it work. I’m not making it a stop along the way to somewhere better if I can help it. I would love to stay. The thing is, I’m a first year teacher and the one thing I hate is how much people scare me about not being able to handle my classroom. I’m a petite young white woman and my coworkers, while being sweet, seem really worried about my classroom management abilities..we start the 31 so I haven’t met the kids yet. I don’t come off as intimidating but I am very very honest, I tell it like it is. I treat conflict with kids like I do with adults because I hated teachers that didn’t take me seriously when I was on high school and I think it teachers good communication skills. But I’m soft spoken, I don’t like to yell. The the consensus is I’m going to get run into the ground. My coworkers are not against the kids by any means, they are a beloved part of the school! They just run a tight ship I guess. They seem to come from an good place because they really care about the kids but they seem to care about me too. Do you have any advice? Sorry if that was so long

    • @SaudiTravelsWithAndrew
      @SaudiTravelsWithAndrew Před 3 lety

      I’m moving from Maryland to Florida to become an english teacher! I really want to teach in the Miami area. Can we connect and chat a bit? I’d love to hear more

  • @CandiceNance
    @CandiceNance Před 4 lety +8

    Love the authentic vulnerability in this video. Good tips. Don't forget to ask who is interviewing you so you can research them before you go in for the interview.

  • @benford2778
    @benford2778 Před 4 lety +6

    Dude you have really stepped up your editing game.

  • @laurenmiller6957
    @laurenmiller6957 Před 4 lety +13

    I'm coming into my last year of college. Next spring, I'll be looking for a teaching position... needless to say, this is really helpful!

  • @andyhosler6660
    @andyhosler6660 Před 2 lety +1

    Hey Reynolds! This is Andy from student teaching last fall across the hallway. Tomorrow, I have my first interview for a permanent position for the upcoming school year, and the advice from this video, your book, and personal wisdom from Sara, Hannah, you, and everyone else at BL has made me feel more confident going in. Thank you so much!

    • @CJReynolds
      @CJReynolds  Před 2 lety

      Yo Andy! I hope the interview went well. Please hit me up if I can help with anything in the future. You can reach me at realrapwithreynolds@gmail.com ✌🏽

  • @michelesherokee567
    @michelesherokee567 Před 4 lety

    Thanks man for the tips. Currently looking for some tips for "modern day" teaching interviews. Keep up the great content man! You're gifted.

  • @Katwhy123
    @Katwhy123 Před 4 lety +1

    As always, this is amazing advice!
    I had a few successful interviews Over lockdown. I went on to the Sunday live chat and asked for advice and it was exactly what I needed to hear!

  • @navinasewmangal7042
    @navinasewmangal7042 Před 3 lety +1

    I absolutely loved the last tip about Visualization. I have done it a few times in preparation for conducting lesson plans for my teaching practice last year. And it has become my prep for almost any meeting or exercise that I feel nervous about. It boosts confidence and gives you control of a situation. I too do this technique when I am alone and no one is home so I don't come off as a crazy person. Thanks for an awesome video.

  • @truthchambers7350
    @truthchambers7350 Před 3 lety +1

    Literally I successfully got through the interview process of a teacher training programme using the tips and instructions from this video and many others from RRR. Thank you so much ❤️

  • @Josh-fc1rr
    @Josh-fc1rr Před 4 lety +3

    Just got my first teaching job--9th and 10th ELA. All of these tips are spot on. Visualization is key!

  • @StephanieRace17
    @StephanieRace17 Před 2 lety

    Great video. Always about the kids. I go into my current job every day
    with that at the foremost of my thoughts. I also have been stressing being present in whatever I am doing. I haven’t had time to catch your program on Sundays lately, but you might remember me as the “other” Stephanie. I am 50 and just earned my degree, passed the edTPA, and submitted my paperwork to the state. As I tell my students keep moving forward AND upward. So as I pursue teaching positions and that interview, I am grateful for your wealth of knowledge explained clearly. You probably hear this a lot, but your genuineness is much appreciated. Thanks.

  • @truthchambers7350
    @truthchambers7350 Před 3 lety

    Thank you glad I found your channel. Great encouragement and coaching 😊

  • @adamlaw4751
    @adamlaw4751 Před 2 lety

    Love you Reynolds! You're the man.

  • @sandydelarosa4526
    @sandydelarosa4526 Před 2 lety +1

    U made me laugh & smile. I subscribed instantly 💖

  • @williamgray1236
    @williamgray1236 Před 2 lety

    Goose bumps… you killed it🎉

    • @CJReynolds
      @CJReynolds  Před 2 lety

      Thanks William! I appreciate it. ✌🏽❤️

  • @ReadingSesh
    @ReadingSesh Před 3 lety

    That phone call and then the card...WoW .... player move Reynolds...🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @nicolasross642
    @nicolasross642 Před 4 lety +1

    amazing video!

  • @carolyncuesta774
    @carolyncuesta774 Před 4 lety +1

    YES The moment we’ve been waiting for!!!

  • @lizcollins7716
    @lizcollins7716 Před 4 lety

    Excellent relevant advice AGAIN! THANKS XXX 11 weeks at home & you're still articulate. What are you on? Xxx

  • @mousekateacher1425
    @mousekateacher1425 Před 4 lety +1

    Solid advice! A great resource for any teacher, new or veteran. :)

  • @maryncorkran6746
    @maryncorkran6746 Před 4 lety +3

    So, I have an interview tomorrow for a position that I really want and I was panicking until you posted this video XD Thank you so much!!!

  • @learnguitarandmore
    @learnguitarandmore Před 3 lety

    Great advice. I want an ELA teaching job in the Fall 2021, considering Covid, etc...

  • @loganbrown413
    @loganbrown413 Před 3 lety

    Thanks a lot man.

  • @C0PED0GG
    @C0PED0GG Před 4 lety

    Thank you for uploading bro. Much appreciated.

  • @astramouseeverywhere6923

    Just wanted to throw in- I like Gerry’s Game(the one with the old man playing chess with himself that plays before A Bug’s Life) for inferences too

  • @namegirl12
    @namegirl12 Před 3 lety

    I'm in community college right now and trying to figure out where to transfer to become a teacher. Looked at Rowan, Rutgers and Kean, but idk how to move forward. Love your videos, they've helped me cement the idea that teaching is something I actually want to pursue.

    • @CJReynolds
      @CJReynolds  Před 3 lety

      Hi Ana. I went to community college for many many years and then I transferred to Rowan University because I just heard how good their education program was. Doesn’t make me an affiliate just sharing where I went. However I don’t know so much that it’s important where you go as what you’re doing when you get there. So are you making connections with good people are you becoming a part of certain activities and in large part in my life it has been what am I doing when I get to a place and not so much the place that’s going to decide whether or not I have a good experience or not. My best to you and this next adventure in your life if I can ever help please just let me know ✌🏽

  • @katiemason8139
    @katiemason8139 Před rokem

    Thank you for your videos, they have been very motivational but I am here today because I think I might have made a mistake. I went on an interview, got the job teaching Algebra 1 which is great, I love algebra but later I saw they had a Geometry position available and as much as I love Algebra I could say that Geometry is way way so much better!!!!!!!!! Geometry would be my bucket list. So I sent the principal an email telling him this, then asked if he hadn't filled that position would he consider me for it? How big of mistake did I make?

  • @alexbrean2798
    @alexbrean2798 Před 4 lety

    Thanks Reynolds! This is super helpful, just applied to a handful of jobs for next year.

  • @overgroun
    @overgroun Před 3 lety

    great video. Cheers from Hong Kong

  • @yoitsrami
    @yoitsrami Před 3 lety

    Ur awesome

  • @mellen66
    @mellen66 Před 3 lety

    It’s a waist-up world we live in.... hahhaha RRR. I love you so much!!! ♥️🙏🏻

  • @elenasony
    @elenasony Před 2 lety

    I lalalalalalaaaaav youuu! did you hear that pitch? My job interview is due on Monday!

  • @xuxagirl87
    @xuxagirl87 Před 4 lety +5

    I’ve been at this for nearly a decade and I still don’t have the job. Genuinely scared there’s something wrong with me at this point

    • @pineappleunderthesea5731
      @pineappleunderthesea5731 Před 4 lety +2

      I hear you. Been at it 12 years and have to settle for auxiliary jobs and part time and subbing mostly. Having a MEd is killing me. They won’t call cause it’s more money. So frustrating. Hang in there!

    • @Rockerlady
      @Rockerlady Před 3 lety

      @@pineappleunderthesea5731 May I ask what state you are in?

  • @nakittadosreis9853
    @nakittadosreis9853 Před 3 lety

    Mr Reynolds, how old are you and how long have you been teaching for?. I love your videos

    • @CJReynolds
      @CJReynolds  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello! I’m 43 and I’ve been teaching for 15 years. ✌🏽

  • @danweir
    @danweir Před 2 lety

    I spy a cigar box gtr. What kind of music do/did you do?

    • @CJReynolds
      @CJReynolds  Před 2 lety +1

      That was a gift from my friend Ron Proctor. He makes them and is an incredible educator instagram.com/ron_proctor?

  • @pineappleunderthesea5731
    @pineappleunderthesea5731 Před 4 lety +1

    I mean, he got snazzied up for this one. Look at that tie. 😎

  • @shubhamadhyatmik9055
    @shubhamadhyatmik9055 Před 4 lety

    What is up sir , sir please make a video how to remove maths phobia and get 90%score in maths🙏🙏🙏please

    • @commirevo89
      @commirevo89 Před 4 lety +5

      What I've found to be the most transformative for my students is getting them to realize one thing:
      Math isn't about getting correct answer. So much math anxiety comes from the misconception that if I can't get the right answer to this question then all my time and effort is worthless. This leads to kids getting paralyzed with anxiety when the solution pathway isn't immediately clear.
      Math is about logic and problem solving. So long as you place the focus on understanding the task and experimenting with different strategies you'll take a lot of pressure off yourself and reduce your math anxiety. Hope this helped!

    • @shubhamadhyatmik9055
      @shubhamadhyatmik9055 Před 4 lety +1

      @@commirevo89 thanks a million Sir. :) : )

  • @ekurisona663
    @ekurisona663 Před 4 lety +3

    #momsuit

  • @M2rkie
    @M2rkie Před 4 lety

    Hello!
    I just wanted to know what do you think about having visible tattoos (on forearms) as a primary school teacher?

    • @kelseybisset88
      @kelseybisset88 Před 4 lety

      Totally depends on your admin. I would say most wold be fine with it. It could be seen as a positive or a negative depending on who's doing the hiring!

  • @mardablubberfish4091
    @mardablubberfish4091 Před 4 lety

    Hi

  • @so2frozen
    @so2frozen Před 4 lety

    I didnt know you did sample lessons in the US, in Belgium this doesn't exist, you are being hired only on the base of the interview. A couple of weeks or months later the principal will come unnanounced in your classroom to see how you are teaching and how your relationship with your students is.

  • @royalandonyx
    @royalandonyx Před 3 lety

    "How to be an Anti-Racist by Ibram X Kendi" sitting on the shelf. 🤢
    I'm sorry, Reynolds, but you're losing some respect points there.

    • @gracedana5621
      @gracedana5621 Před 3 lety

      Bro what

    • @royalandonyx
      @royalandonyx Před 3 lety

      @@gracedana5621 What is there to be confused about? Reynolds has some pseudoscientific sociology nonsense on his shelf.