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Devastated and unsure of what to do with this news, Joe could do nothing but accept it. He was losing one of the best people on his team. For the past 2 years Sam had been one of the most productive and positive members of his team. And now to his surprise, she was leaving. Sam seemed to like her coworkers, and always did quality work. She always worked to improve herself and the team. Yet, she was giving notice. This can happen to you, too. Too often, managers take their people for granted. They think because someone seems happy and positive in their current role, they’ll be that way forever. Unfortunately, that’s not how careers work. People want career growth. Do you have career development plans for your people? If you don’t have career development plans for everyone on your team, you’re playing with fire; eventually you’re going to get burned with a surprise departure. And sure, maybe you don’t believe Hoffman’s advice above, because he’s just one CEO. However, all the data is...

Interviews are exciting. Stressful, but exciting. Whether you are interviewing for your first teaching position, heading back into the classroom after time away, or looking for a new challenge in a different district or grade level, preparing for your interview is key. By having a clear idea of how you might respond to some of the most common teacher interview questions before you get in front of your future principal, you’re far more likely to appear professional and feel confident. We’ve compiled a list of not only the questions you’d have most likely been asked before COVID-19, but also some of the new questions school districts have added to their interview repertoires. Spend a bit of time thinking about how you’d answer each of the questions below, and you’ll be ready to nail that interview! 1. Why did you decide to become a teacher? It seems trite and like a softball question, but don’t let that fool you. Most administrators are looking for something more than, “I’ve just always...