Staff Hiring Process

Staff Hiring Process

Anthony Medina

Grand Canyon University: EAD 536

September 26, 2022

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Candidate Qualities

The qualities I would look for in a teacher would be a teacher who is able to

communicate effectively. Communication is important because it helps to build a positive

school culture. Teachers will need to communicate with each other in order to work effectively

as a team. A teacher’s ability to communicate with parents will help lead to students’ success.

Teachers will need to be able to communicate with students in the classroom to build positive

relationships. Another quality I would look for in a teacher is adaptability. A teacher needs to

be able to adapt to different situations that arise in the classroom. Adaptability helps teachers

to make changes that lead to student success. Another quality I would look for in a teacher is a

teacher who is knowledgeable in their content area. A teacher who is knowledgeable in their

content area will help to provide instruction that will keep student engaged and challenged. A

teacher who is knowledgeable will be able to gain the respect of students, parents, and

colleagues.

Interview Committee

My interview committee will consist of other school administrators, school

improvement team members, and teachers. I would have other school administrators such as

vice principals take part in each interview especially when interviewing teachers. I think it is

important for school administrators to collaborate and determine which interview candidates

would be best for vacant positions. I would select different members of the school

improvement team to sit in on certain interviews to gain different perspectives on selected

candidates. I would have certain teachers sit in on interviews that relate to their content area.

For example, when hiring a third-grade teacher I would select a teacher leader from third grade

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to sit in on the interview because they will be able to provide essential feedback for selecting a

teacher in their content area.

Other Positions

As a school principal conducting interviews, I would fill vacancies once I believe a

teacher is a great fit for the position. I would try my best to get all positions filled as quick as

possible so that students receive the support in the classroom that they need. I would first begin

with filling in teacher vacancies. I then would look to fill in leadership positions. I think it is

important to fill in teacher vacancies first since they are the ones in the classroom with

students. If leadership positions are open I would work with other school administrators and

teacher leaders to provide faculty with all the support they need.

Interview Questions

I believe when conducting interviews, it is important to include questions that are

related to a teacher’s performance and behavior management. Asking questions related to these

areas will help in selected teacher candidates that are knowledgeable and provide feedback that

are aligned to the school mission and vision. When conducting interviews, I will ask the

following questions: What strengths would you bring to our school team? What makes you a

good fit for the position? What are your accomplishments in the classroom? How do you

handle student discipline issues in the classroom? What is your goal when working with

students?

Legalities

Legalities that a school principal must consider when conducting the hiring process is

making sure that each candidate has an equal opportunity to get a job and follow policies such

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as anti-discrimination laws, age discrimination act, and American with disabilities act. A

principal must also make sure human resources is involved in the hiring process so that they

can follow proper hiring procedures such as completing a background check. I would also take

into account establishing criteria to measure job candidates against to make sure the selection

process is fair. The established legalities will affect my decision by making sure the school is

not violating any district or state policies when conducting the interview process. I will have

meetings with members of my interview committee to assure that they are aware of legalities

that can affect the interview process.

Christian Values

My decisions will align with the Christian values of promoting human flourishing,

because they are based on building a positive school culture through communication and

support to ensure school faculty continue to grow and learn. My decisions reflect compassion

because they demonstrate a fair process with high expectations to give all interview candidates

an equal opportunity to receive an open position. My decisions are based on positive leadership

characteristic and ethical behavior that lead to thoughtful decision making for faculty and

students.

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References:

Clifford, M. (2010). Hiring Quality School Leaders: Challenges and Emerging Practices. Learning Point
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Naper, L. R. (2010). Teacher hiring practices and educational efficiency. Economics of Education

Review, 29(4), 658-668.

Diamond, S. C. (1974). The group interview: a staff hiring technique. NASSP Bulletin, 58(386), 56-60.