Landing a Teaching Job

I landed my first teaching job by a lot of HARD WORK and dedication. It took me a very long time to find a teaching job, partly due to my stubborness. When I first graduated college, I ignored others and did not give up my current day job to substitute. What a mistake! I wasn't known in any of the districts, so of course they would pass on me for someone they already had experience with! At first, I also did not apply to all my surrounding districts. Mistake #2! I had a closed-mind and only applied to two (yes, you read that right-- TWO!) districts. After my first disappointing year, I came to my senses. I subbed like crazy, and applied EVERYWHERE. I'm so happy to have been hired in my current school, where I am so, so happy.
I landed my first teaching job because I allowed my best qualities to be showcased during interviews. I showed them that I was willing to be flexible and would work hard for them. I showed them that I have a deep passion for teaching, and how I would be an asset to their school system by going above and beyond with the latest teaching trends.
I know finding a teaching job can be difficult, but here is some advice to make it easier: KEEP AT IT!!! It is so discouraging out there, and I know that there are times when you must feel like you want to give up. But you can't. If teaching is what you really want to do, then you have to stick with it until your opportunity comes. Sometimes you may have to take a postion that isn't your ideal job-- it'll be okay. Take whatever comes your way, and you will have time to shift around once the time comes.
This post is part of the Teaching Jobs Portal: “How to land a Teacher Job”. What was your journey like to become a teacher? If you’d like to share your experience with other aspiring teachers please see this post for more information