My principal just today had my teammates and me interview the two final candidates for our Social Studies vacancy. Both the guys interviewing were fresh out of student teaching and both seemed qualified (but so young! I must be getting old…), but one seemed a bit more excited and motivated about the job. He had that spark of motivation and inspiration about him that spoke to me.
I guess when looking for a new hire into my school and onto my team, I wanted someone who wouldn’t be afraid to throw themselves completely into the job, someone who would love to come to work and connect with the students and be a part of our team.
I hope we found that person.
It will be exciting to help the new guy get his feet wet with his first classroom experience. You only get to be a new teacher once, and for me, that was a long time ago.
I just hope I can help his first days be empowering and productive.
I’ll keep you posted!
DarrenB