Reply To: I am dying to get my first teaching job, but …

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Lauren, you might look at omea-ohio.org for their jobs board. I would look at this frequently to read the descriptions of what experience and skills the positions require. Your state might also have a principals or superintendents organization that lists openings. Network with recent grads as much as possible to get the word out about your job search.
So, let us say you have found a job, sent in your resume and application and you get THE call for an interview. Research the school district and the music teachers. If there have been frequent turnovers in the job you are interested in be open to hearing good and bad things about the program, students, etc. Interviews are a two-way street. You are learning about the administrators in the district and how they view the program. Any interview is great experience, so enjoy the process and make an informed decision if offered the job. Never look at your watch or phone during an interview and wear professional attire. This is no place for platform sandals with little sparkles on them. 🙂 You have prepared for four years for this opportunity, so believe in yourself!