S - STUDY

We strongly encourage you to take some time to read through the HIRING GUIDE here on the cohort website. This guide provides in-depth context and advice for beginning your hiring process as a new teacher. If you have questions from your self-study, don't hesitate to reach out to me.  

Another helpful tool to use is our School Partner Database, which includes the schools we partner with in Center Township. (Note: Please contact us if you have questions about whether a school is considered an ITF partner school.)

C - CONSIDER

One of the most important things you can do to set yourself up for success as a teacher is to understand why you want to take on this important responsibility. Reflection is something we value at ITF, because taking the time to do this early pays dividends! Some questions to ask yourself: 

• What are my top personal values? How do I want these values to be reflected in my work?

• What is my philosophy of teaching? 

• What supports do I need to stay encouraged in the face of challenges?

To learn more about the importance of developing this strong foundation in your early years of teaching, watch our inspiring Teaching Fellows roundtable discussion "The Power of Your Why."

Once you've established your "why," talk about it! Whether you're connecting with me during office hours or starting a discussion with fellow cohort members, engaging in helpful dialogue with others can be a good way to get some energy around your purpose as well as fire you up to share about this during your interviews. 

O - ORGANIZE

If you haven't already, visit the Enrollment Checklist page and download the ITF Resume Template, Hiring Bio, and Interview Preparation Activity. (Please make sure your resume is formatted as shown, including letterhead as well as the Marian University/Indianapolis Teaching Fellows experience that is listed.) Once you create your first drafts, email them to me and set up a feedback process - we can work on this via email or scheduling a meeting through Calendly. 

Once you have received feedback and submitted your final documents, you'll receive an email from me confirming your "School Hire Ready" status. This places you on a private website where principals can view your information and reach out to you with open positions. 

(NOTE: These enrollment tasks must be completed in preparation for any hiring events, including the ITF Site Visit.)

R - REPRESENT

A proven way to engage with the hiring process is to get to know our partners. As we learn about events being hosted, we will make sure to get that information out to you as soon as possible. Additionally, make sure to register for a Site Visit experience! As a mandatory checklist item, site visits are a great way to get comfortable with the school setting, get to know your fellow cohort members, and have some helpful practice with interviewing. 

E - EXECUTE

Now, you're ready to apply! Feel free to reach out to school leaders directly, schedule school tours, and dive into your hiring process. We encourage you to consider a few things as you determine where you want to land: schools that are within our ITF partners (Center Township), schools that have a high need for your subject area/expertise, and schools that are aligned with your personal vision and values. We will keep you posted as we learn of open positions!

Please keep our team informed of your application and interview process. When you secure your teaching position, please submit your signed offer letter or contract using the Hiring Documentation Form so that we have this on record.