Career and Job Search Support
In this edition of Leaders in Education, we will focus on the latest tools, resources, and guidance for education leaders looking for career and job search support.
How to Prepare for and Land a Job at a Virtual Career Fair
Your Resume Probably Needs a Pandemic Makeover
With an increased number of JobSeekers on the hunt, your resume is more important than ever. From cutting out the fluff to explaining a layoff, here are some tips to give your resume a pandemic makeover.
Professional Headshots for LinkedIn
Headshots. How do you pose? Is hiring a professional photographer worth it? What should you wear? Photographer and Brand Strategist Madison Yen answers all these questions and more in this podcast episode.
Top 10 Cover Letter Writing Tips
A cover letter is a great way to add some more information to your first impression. Employers use this critical document to learn more about you, get a sense of your writing style and see what separates you from the rest of the candidates. Learn what to include, how to word complicated situations and more.
The Ultimate Guide to Acing Your Next Video Interview
If you’re job hunting in the next year, chances are you’ll have to do a video interview. If you’re new to the world of cyber interviewing, it can just add more nerves to an already stressful situation. This complete guide discusses different interviewing platforms, types of video interviews, questions to ask, what to wear and more to help you feel confident and prepared.
Do you have a job title that isn’t reflective of your actual job responsibilities, or perhaps isn’t the industry standard? Perhaps you're an Executive Assistant essentially serving in a Chief of Staff capacity, or your title is “Dean” but the majority of school districts in your region use the title “Assistant Principal.” Here are my tips for reflecting the scope of your work along with your current title:
Don’t wait for a recruiter or hiring manager to connect the dots about your past work experience and the needs on their team. Shape the path for them!
Need expert help in navigating the job search process? Our team can help. Check out WorkMonger’s Career Coaching services to learn more.
WorkMonger Team Recommendation Video Interview Tips Video interviews are an important part of today's recruiting process. Love them or hate them, they're not going away. This course teaches job seekers like you how to ace your next video interview. Learn why companies use video interviews and the difference between one-way and interactive video interviews. Instructor Jenny Foss—of the popular career site JobJenny.com—also shows how to set up your environment and leverage the technology to put your best foot forward. Plus, find out how to practice for a video interview before the big day so you’re comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Featured Roles
EdOps - Pennsylvania Regional Market Lead
EdOps is expanding their partnerships in Pennsylvania. If you are an education professional with deep connections to charter school networks and leaders in Pennsylvania, we'd love to talk to you! EdOps is open to this Market Lead role being full-time, part-time, or working with a consultant who has established ties. If you're interested in learning more, let us know.
The Aspen Institute - Senior Manager of Communications
The Aspen Institute's Education & Society Program is looking for an education communications professional that is excited to both set strategy and execute on the day-to-day. They are particularly looking for candidates who already have an established network in the education news field, with strong connections to DC. Communication leaders for schools, networks and districts are strongly encouraged to apply.
SPOTLIGHT JOBS
TrulyHired is a quick, easy, and tailored job board that specializes in providing JobSeekers with non-teaching roles at impact-driven education organizations. Here are a few of the amazing roles we have available. Check them out and apply if you're interested! EdReports.org - Content Specialist, Secondary Mathematics
Texas Education Agency - TCDD Director of Communications and Reporting
National Math and Science Initiative, Inc. - Development Director
The Ewing Marion Kauffman School - Data Director
Breakthrough Houston - Director of Operations
College Track - Program Operations & Resource Coordinator - Sacramento
Announcing Our New Career Technology Platform
As you know, WorkMonger is committed to improving the efficiency of the talent ecosystem in education by leveraging technology to connect mission-aligned professionals with education-focused organizations and schools across the United States. As part of this commitment, we are heavily investing in advanced technologies to make connecting with your next great career opportunity even easier. We are excited to announce the availability of our new technology platform that features an Enhanced WorkMonger Account. You can now manage and update your career preferences anytime, so we can be sure to match you with your next great opportunity.
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