Communication Dos and Don'ts
Realize that the handshake at the end of the interview is not the end of the process.
Follow Up
Tradition dictates that you send a personal note to each member of the interview committee,
thanking him or her for their time and consideration.
To stand out above other candidates:
- Send your letter, phone call, or email within 24 hours after the interview.
- Reference a key issue from the interview that reinforces how your skill set can meet the district's teaching need.
- If possible, set a date to follow up on the hiring decision.
If you interviewed for a future vacancy, don't guess about how often to follow up. Ask when
or at what intervals you should contact the district, and with whom you should correspond.
Don't Burn Bridges
A sure-fire way to sabotage your chance of securing a position is to badger the interview
committee.
Be patient! Don't pester the district personnel about making a hiring decision or asking for
a critique of your interview. They set the time frame - not you.
Even if you don't get the job, thank the employer. You never know when they might hire again.