The Second Five Steps by Linda Henke

Interviewing Candidates

lhenke5 — 2013-03-26 19:45:49 UTC

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kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:38:37 UTC

Ask the same question of each candidate

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:39:05 UTC

Know what you're looking for before you go into the interview (are they working with kids? What does it mean to have an adult interview them?)

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:39:54 UTC

Stay on track - find out what you need to know

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:40:19 UTC

Use a rating scale to ensure a level playing field (use the same criteria for everyone)

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:40:52 UTC

Have committee members complete scale immediately after leaving the room

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:41:05 UTC

Don't discuss the candidates until they've all been seen

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:42:56 UTC

Great way to determine who the right person is for the job

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:43:25 UTC

have 2 or 3 members observe the lesson (MORE than one!)

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:44:17 UTC

pay attention to how they interact with students

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:44:29 UTC

Create a ranked list using rankings/interview data

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:44:56 UTC

Make sure they fit criteria for "Highly Qualified"

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:45:24 UTC

Use data; weigh with instincts

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:45:43 UTC

PROVIDE SOME!!!!!!

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:46:17 UTC

needs to start before the teacher enters the classroom

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:46:28 UTC

Make sure that it's continuous, multi-year, and allows time for questions

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:47:45 UTC

include collegial mentoring program and staff development

kbernst3 — 2013-03-28 01:48:56 UTC

don't go longer than 20 minutes