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While educational theories and classroom routines may be the first thing on your mind when you get the call for your first teaching interview, do not forget to think about what you will be wearing. As a teacher, all eyes are, quite literally, on you. It is important to project that professional and school-appropriate image from the moment you walk in the interview room. Not sure what to wear? Check out the fashion do’s and don’t below to help you get started.
Getting hired for a teaching position is difficult and dressing for success is one way to give yourself a head start. Be sure to try your outfit on a few days before the big interview and always have an extra pair of hosiery on hand in case you get a run at the last minute. When you are confident about how you look on the outside, you will be able to focus on what matters most – all that you know on the inside.
Remember to get a manicure… or at least remove old nail polish. Heaven is in the details.
PANTS suit, stay away from skirts/dresses due to restricted movement and the possibility of it being too short or a slit coming up to high. Don’t go to an interview in your Manolo Blahnik’s, you’re not there to make a fashion statement, you’re there to get a teaching job. Stay far away from big earrings as well, stick with studs. DO NOT go in smelling like cigarette smoke. There is nothing more disgusting than interviewing someone who has stale cigarette breath or smelly hair/clothes. Be confident, smile and show that you love what you do.
When going for a teacher interview, make sure that you don’t wear perfume or cologne that will overpower the room. Subtle is better! Also, if wearing clothes with pockets, don’t leave your change in it. It’s distracting for those around!!