Welcome to LAUSD Teacher Application Information Session 31416

• • • Welcome to LAUSD Teacher Application Information Session 3/14/16 Introductions The Application Process • When to apply? • How to apply? Benefits Salary Question and Answer

The Application Process: When to apply? • Keep in mind that schools generally know how many openings they have for the next school year beginning in March. Apply early! • Full-time currently enrolled in a credential program: ØUp to 3 months before applying for credential to CTC ØTypically, during last student teaching assignment • Full-time w/o credential (Alternative Certification): ØCompleted Bachelor’s degree w min. 2. 7 GPA ØMeet Basic Skills requirement, typically, by passage of CBEST

• • The Application Process: How to apply? Go to www. teachinla. com Click Apply Now!

• • The Application Process: How to apply? Create an account Be sure that “Certificated” Application Type is checked

The Application Process: How to apply? Experience – must match resume • Teaching and non-teaching • Paid and unpaid References (will need email address of each) • Required for EVERY experience for the last 3 years • If non-education based, must be from immediate supervisor • If education based, must be from the Principal • Must utilize District e-reference form to ensure confidentiality • LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION ARE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE DISTRICT LEVEL

The Application Process: How to apply? Documents to upload: q. Resume q. Basic Skills Exam (e. g. , CBEST) q. Subject Matter Competence (e. g. CSET, Subject Matter Exam, Waiver or NCLB Verification) q. OFFICIAL Bachelor's Degree Transcripts q. OFFICIAL Graduate Transcripts q. Other OFFICIAL Transcripts (e. g. , Junior College, etc. ) q. Teaching Credential q. University Internship Letter q. U. S. Constitution Exam

I’ve submitted my application, what’s next? • Once submitted, you should receive an automated email indicating that the application is complete and has been submitted (new apps only) • Over 10, 000 applications a year received • Applications are processed by anticipated district need and selection criteria and are on file for one calendar year • Once your application is processed, you will receive an email regarding your next steps in the application process

I’ve submitted my application, what’s next? The eligibility interview process for full-time teacher consists of: • Formal interview • Sample Teach (12 -minute sample lesson) • Writing sample (online)

What about applying for substitute teaching? • Same online application as full-time teaching • Substitute applications are typically considered between August through January • Minimum requirements: • Bachelor’s degree • GPA 2. 7 or higher • Basic skills requirement (e. g. , CBEST)

Benefits (Full-time Certificated) • Unlike other school districts and companies, LAUSD provides full benefits on top of your salary • Includes medical, dental, & vision for you, your partner/spouse and your dependents • Ability to earn District paid retiree health benefits • For more information: http: //achieve. lausd. net/benefits • Or contact benefits@lausd. net 213 -241 -4262

Salary • L – Table (Alternative Certification) • T – Table (Regular Credentials) • Can be found online here: http: //achieve. lausd. net/Page/4140 • Based on years of service and salary points

Salary How to read the Salary Tables: • Horizontally represents years of service as a certificated employee • Vertically represents salary points • http: //achieve. lausd. net/Page/1456 • (213) 241 -6121

Job Interview Preparation Full-time eligibility process • Formal interview • Sample Teach (12 -minute sample lesson) • Writing sample (online)

Prepare Yourself: Anticipate the Interview

Job Listings • Brief description of the job • Duties • Job applicant qualifications • Requirements • Job applicant qualities • Personal traits I know what the job is, why is this important?

Job Interview Question Types • What You Know Questions • Problem/Solution Questions • Behavioral Questions • Information Questions

PAR Responses • The PROBLEM • May be stated in the question • May need to be identified and stated by you • Your ACTIONS • What specifically did you do? • The RESULTS • How was the issue resolved? • What did you learn from the experience?

• 12 minute lesson from start to finish • Clear beginning, middle and end • Lesson Plan • Standards based • Identify age group, subject, topic • Lesson objective clear enough to be achieved in the time frame • Check for understanding • Consult and rehearse with a mentor teacher SAMPLE TEACH

Interview To-Do’s Before the interview: • Practice interview multiple times • Identify your intentions, your skills, objectives, and important values…know yourself • Choose and prepare your wardrobe • Get adequate rest • Allow ample travel time and know where to park • Be early

Bonnie Ratner, Talent Acquisition Specialist bonnie. ratner@lausd. net Neena Agnihotri, Talent Acquisition Specialist Neena. agnihotri@lausd. net To learn more about the District and to apply online, visit our website at: www. teachinla. com