RESUME WRITING

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RESUME WRITING

• OPENING THE DOORS TO TEACHING !

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YOUR RESUME IS A SALES ORIENTED MARKETING TOOL
RESUME
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HOW MUCH TIME DO YOU THINK WILL BE TAKEN TO LOOK
AT YOUR RESUME?

• ABOUT 20 SECONDS!!!

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WHAT CAN YOU DO TO MAKE YOUR RESUME...

• CATCH SOMEONES EYE?

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PERSONAL DATA

• NAME
• ADDRESS (LOCAL PERMANENT)
• PHONE NUMBER (LOCAL PERMANENT)
• E-MAIL
  
  
• BRIAN D SANDERS
  
  Home
  School
  
  6897 Red Lane
  278 Ocean Way
  Thurmond, MD 28771 Ocean Town,
  MD 21998 [phone]
  [phone] .
  
  Student_at_salisbury.edu

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CAREER (OPTIONAL)

• ONE OR TWO PHRASES
• NOT TOO VAGUE OR TOO SPECIFIC
• BEST WRITTEN FOR A PARTICULAR JOB
• EXAMPLE
• To obtain a position in your school district in
  the field of physical education.

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EDUCATION

• DEGREE
• UNIVERSITY AND LOCATION
• GRADUATION DATE
• FOREIGN STUDY PROGRAMS
• GPA
• RELEVANT COURSES
  
• EXAMPLE
• (Candidate for) Bachelor of Science
  May 2004
• Salisbury University Salisbury, MD
• Major Elementary Education Minor Spanish
  
• GPA- Major 3.6/4.0 Overall 3.2/4.0
• Relevant coursework Psychology of the Adolescent

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Top 10 things employers look for in a resume

• 1.Computer
• 2. Communication
• 3. Leadership
• 4. Interpersonal
• 5. Adaptable/Flexible
• 6. Analytical/problem solving
• 7. Teamwork
• 8. Integrative and life long
  learner
• 9. Mathematics
• 10. Foreign Language

• Embed these skills in your resume

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THINK GENERAL SKILLS

• Computer literate-Ex. programming languages, word
  processing , etc.
• Communication-writing, speaking,etc.
• Interpersonal-diversity, ethical, respect
• Analytical/Problem Solving-systematic, logical,
  creative, focused, judges well
• Adaptable/Flexible-able to change, relocate

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GENERAL SKILLS

• Teamwork-works well with others,
  understands group dynamics
• Leadership-energetic, enthusiastic, initiative
  driven, organized, decisive
• Integrative and Life-Long Learner-Tolerates
  entry-level, humble, patient, open to ideas
• Mathematics-Basic computation skills
• Foreign Language

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EXAMPLES OF SKILLS

• Computer literate-Lotus 1-2-3, Microsoft Word,
  Harvard Graphics, etc.
• Communication-Corresponded with
  alumni on progress of fraternity
  house expansion and fundraiser
• Interpersonal-Assisted incoming students with
  transition to college

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Continued Examples of Skills

• Analytical/Problem Solving-Assisted with
  accreditation of National Collegiate Association
  of Teacher Education
• Adaptable/Flexible-Worked
  full time, earning 100 of
  educational expenses
• Teamwork-Completed
  many team projects
  for
  class such as

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Continued Examples of Skills

• Leadership-Served as president of...
• Integrative and Life-Long Learner-Advanced from
  freshmen orientation program to peer counselor
• Mathematics-Using Access, developed
  data base for senior project
• Foreign Language-Lived closely with 12 students
  and professor (foreign study)

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EXPERIENCE

• PAID EMPLOYMENT
• INTERNSHIPS
• VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
• EXAMPLE
• Intern Summer 2003
• Big Brother/Big Sister Georgetown,DE
• Interviewed, evaluated and matched volunteers and
  children for mentoring program.

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ACCOMPLISHMENT STATEMENT

• EXAMPLE
• Created a multimedia presentation explaining the
  benefits of teaching conflict resolution to

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ACTIVITIES

• LIST ORGANIZATIONS
• STATE YOUR ROLE
• BRIEFLY DESCRIBE,
• IF APPLICABLE
• EXAMPLE
• Chairperson, LEADS Program 2001-03
• Counseled local high risk elementary school
  students on the importance of education

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HONORS

• SCHOLARSHIPS
• AWARDS
• HONORARY SOCIETIES
• DEANS LIST
• GRADUATING WITH HONORS
• EXAMPLE
• Recipient of the OUTSTANDING EDUCATION STUDENT
  AWARD
• University Trustee Scholarship

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OTHER

• SOMETHING UNIQUE
• 
  
• EXAMPLE
• Head Counselor and Lead Instructor of St.Marys
  College Sailing school in St. Marys City, MD

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Overall Appearance

• Encourage Individuality
• Utilize inviting and easy to read format
• Clear and professional font sizes and styles (10
  14pt)
• Create visual impact using bullets, boldface to
  emphasize key words
• Apply adequate margins
• Print on high quality (16-25 lb.) bond paper
• White or off white paper is generally preferred

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Organization Format

• Appropriate length 1 page for every 5-7 years of
  work experience (limit to 2 pgs)
• Present strongest qualifications first
• Brief succinct language no unnecessary words
• Appropriate format includes keyword phrases of
  profession
• Begin phrases or sentences with powerful action
  verbs

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Do not include these items in your Resume

• Dont list anything that has to do with your high
  school experiences. They are considered expired
• Dont include your GPA unless 3.0 or higher
• Dont include specific addresses for your
  employment the state and county is all you need
• Dont use any font larger than 16 point
• Dont include any personal information other than
  email, permanent/present
  address, phone

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REFERENCES

• USUALLY NOT INCLUDED ON RESUME
• ATTACHED WITH RESUME AS A DIFFERENT SHEET IF
  PREFERRED
• 
  

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REFERENCES FOR JOHN WILLIAMS

• President Blaine Smith Employer, 2001-2003
• The Feed Company
• 1234 Sandy RD
• Wayne, TX 22391
• [phone]
• bs_at_yahoo.com
• Charlie Endicott,Associate Director Academic
  Advisor
• Career Services Instructor
• Salisbury University
• Salisbury, MD 21801
• 410-543-6075
• rcendicott_at_salisbury.edu
• 
  

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Tips for Choosing References

• Consider different types of references
• Get permission to use someone
• Collect all details from each reference
• Keep your references informed
• Be sure to thank your references

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Recruiter Pet Peeves

• Spelling errors, typos, poor grammar
• Too duty-oriented talk
  accomplishments
• Missing/inaccurate dates
• Missing/inaccurate contact info
• Poor formatting
• Long resume
• Long, dense paragraphs- use bullets

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Load that Great Resume Online through E-Recruiting

• Submit your resume to Career Services database
• Target industry groups
• Companies will view your resume

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Ride the Wave of the Future

• With E-Recruiting

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PORTFOLIO POWER

• A Portable Collection of Evidence

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GETTING STARTED

• Construct it over time
• Gather Materials
• Decide Organization
• Chronological order
• By importance
• Thematically

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WHAT MATERIALS

• Documents
• Papers
• Pictures
• Personal Goals
• Certificates
• Letters
• Work Samples
• Videos

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SPECIFIC ARTIFACTS

• Unit Plans
• Lesson Plans
• Evaluation of Student Work
• Letters of References
• Self-designed materials
• Reflection Journal
• Case Study

• Philosophy Statement
• Student Work
• Test Scores
• Transcripts
• Resumes
• Publications
• Communication with Parents

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USES OF THE PORTFOLIOShow Tell

• During the interview, use the folio to
  supportas evidence
• It is an aid to the interview
• It can show good
• organization ability.

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A WELL WRITTEN RESUME WILL GET YOUR FOOT IN THE
DOOR.

• WHERE YOU GO FROM THERE IS ENTIRELY UP TO YOU!!!