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    Mr. Thomas, principal of Northview High School, was interviewed about the teacher hiring process. He looks at grammar, spelling, research on the district, and certifications first when reviewing resumes. Northview uses Applitrack for applications and may do multiple rounds of interviews, including observing teaching lessons. Mr. Thomas advises new teachers to find a mentor and learn to say "no" to avoid burnout. While he may review portfolios, they only make up 15% of his decision. He would choose a candidate who is a strong personality fit and can contribute to extracurricular activities over someone equally qualified. He seeks to bring diversity in perspectives to his staff rather than primarily hiring locally.

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    Mr. Thomas, principal of Northview High School, was interviewed about the teacher hiring process. He looks at grammar, spelling, research on the district, and certifications first when reviewing resumes. Northview uses Applitrack for applications and may do multiple rounds of interviews, including observing teaching lessons. Mr. Thomas advises new teachers to find a mentor and learn to say "no" to avoid burnout. While he may review portfolios, they only make up 15% of his decision. He would choose a candidate who is a strong personality fit and can contribute to extracurricular activities over someone equally qualified. He seeks to bring diversity in perspectives to his staff rather than primarily hiring locally.

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    Mr. Thomas, principal of Northview High School, was interviewed about the teacher hiring process. He looks at grammar, spelling, research on the district, and certifications first when reviewing resumes. Northview uses Applitrack for applications and may do multiple rounds of interviews, including observing teaching lessons. Mr. Thomas advises new teachers to find a mentor and learn to say "no" to avoid burnout. While he may review portfolios, they only make up 15% of his decision. He would choose a candidate who is a strong personality fit and can contribute to extracurricular activities over someone equally qualified. He seeks to bring diversity in perspectives to his staff rather than primarily hiring locally.

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    Mr. Thomas, principal of Northview High School, was interviewed about the teacher hiring process. He looks at grammar, spelling, research on the district, and certifications first when reviewing resumes. Northview uses Applitrack for applications and may do multiple rounds of interviews, including observing teaching lessons. Mr. Thomas advises new teachers to find a mentor and learn to say "no" to avoid burnout. While he may review portfolios, they only make up 15% of his decision. He would choose a candidate who is a strong personality fit and can contribute to extracurricular activities over someone equally qualified. He seeks to bring diversity in perspectives to his staff rather than primarily hiring locally.

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    The principal looks for quality/grammar, research on the district, and certifications when reviewing resumes. The interview process involves applying through Applitrack, a review of resumes, possible second interviews, and teaching a lesson. New teachers should find a mentor, learn to say no strategically, and have emotional intelligence, resilience, and be creative problem solvers.

    Quality/grammar, research on the district, and certifications.

    Candidates apply through Applitrack. Resumes are reviewed and some are invited for a panel interview. There may be a second round of interviews and teaching a lesson observation.

    Anna Walsworth

    Supervisor Hinojosa

    EDU-484

    4/11/2020

    Principal Interview

    I had the chance to interview Mark Thomas, Principal of Northview High School, about

    the interviewing process. The first question I asked Mr.Thomas was about resumes and what

    things should be included. He responded by saying he always checks grammar, spelling and

    quality of resumes first and then he looks for the information. He stated that he wants

    candidates to have done some research about the district they are applying to and personalize it

    to fit that. In addition, one of the big things he looks at is what the applicant is certified in. The

    second question I asked was about Northview’s interviewing process. Mr.Thomas said

    candidates apply through Applitrack and then their resumes get put into a review pool. From

    there the board decides who they would like to invite for an interview. If there happen to be

    multiple candidates that the board likes, they have a second round of interviews. After this if

    they have not offered the candidate a job, they have them teach a lesson. Throughout the

    process the board may offer a candidate a job at any point. When I asked Mr.Thomas about his

    advice for first year teachers, he emphasized how important it is for first year teachers to find a

    mentor. He also stated that it is crucial to learn to say a strategic “no.” He said many times first

    year teachers can get too involved and start to become overwhelmed, which leads to burnout.

    The next question I asked Mr.Thomas was if he looked at teacher’s portfolios. He responded by

    saying that he usually looks if it is a close call between two candidates, but it is only maybe 15%

    of his decision. Another question I asked was, if two candidates were equally qualified to get a

    job, what would make one stand out above the other? Mr.Thomas stated that what would make
    one stand out to him more would be their personality fit with his department and if the candidate

    would be able to fill co-curricular positions as well. Lastly, I asked Mr.Thomas if he usually likes

    to hire people from Grand Rapids. He replied by saying he doesn’t because he likes to bring

    diversity to his staff. He said he wants diversity in both perspectives and cultures. He said

    ultimately he is just looking for really good teachers and people.

    Overall, being able to interview the principal of Northview was extremely helpful. It

    allowed me to get a glimpse into the interviewing world and the behind the scenes of it all.

    Additionally, it helped calm some nerves about the unknown. I am thankful for the opportunity to

    gain insight and knowledge from someone who has experience with hiring perspective teachers.
    1. When you receive a resume, what information do you look at or for first?
    Quality/grammar
    Personalized to the district
    Do research
    Mention something about the school
    Standard Resume
    Certifications
    Placement
    Vivid verbs
    2. Tell me about your district’s interviewing process.
    Applitrack→ Review resume pool→ Invite people to come in for a panel interview→
    close do a second round→ might have them present a lesson plan→
    3. What are the three most important traits a new teacher should possess?
    Emotional intelligence
    Resilience
    Creative problem solvers/thinkers
    Curious
    4. What piece of advice would you give a new teacher?
    You have to learn to say no, but the strategic no
    Find a mentor
    5. Do you look at a prospective teacher's portfolio? If so, how much does that weigh in on your
    decision?
    I do, but it’s not the key thing
    It’s evidence, but I prefer what I hear from references
    15% of decision
    6. If two candidates were equally likely to get a job, what would make one stand out above the
    other?
    Personality fit with department or team
    Co-curricular
    7. If possible, do you prefer to hire prospective teachers from the Grand Rapids area?
    I don’t
    Looking for really good people
    Different lenses or perspectives
    Diversity

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