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