Top Teacher Tech for 2010: What’s Hot (and Affordable!) for the New School Year

By Kathy Schrock, Director of Technology, Nauset Public Schools

Kathy Schrock, Director of Technology for Nauset Public Schools and author of “Kathy Schrock’s Guide for Educators” for Discovery Education, offers her fun and affordable technology picks for the new school year. more

Navigate the New Educational Job Market

By Mary C. Clement, Ed.D.

The teacher job market has become very tight since late 2008, including layoffs in many districts. You need an edge when job hunting in this economy. In this seven-part series, discover tips on how to put together your résumé, compile resources for your portfolio, navigate the interview process and make yourself a more marketable candidate as you navigate this increasingly difficult job market. more

• Part 1: Employment in a Tough Economy
• Part 2: Get Your Paperwork in Order: Résumés, Portfolios, References & More
• Part 3: Crack the Interview Code
• Part 4: From Job Fairs to Phone Chats: Know Your Interview Venue
• Part 5: Be the Job Candidate You Want to Be
• Part 6: Sample Interview Questions with Helpful Hints for Answers
• Part 7: FAQs about Getting a Job in Teaching

Getting to Know You

By Alysia Clancy

While the first day of school is full of rules, expectations and seating arrangements, it’s important to take some time for icebreakers. Read about what some of your fellow NEA members do to get to know their new students. more