The Boston College K-12 Education Fair is offered annually during the spring semester. By participating in the Education Fair and talking to representatives from public, private and charter schools, you will practice networking skills and become more confident speaking with professionals in the field. In advance of the fair, you should take advantage of the Career Center’s resources that will help you prepare for a career fair, including learning to research organizations, dressing appropriately, and introducing yourself to professionals.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013, 3:30-7:00 PM

Heights, Newton, & Boston Rooms, Corcoran Commons

EMPLOYERS interested in attending – please contact Peter Hunt at peter.hunt@bc.edu or 617-552-9264.

IMPORTANT NOTE: most of the Catholic and independent schools do not require that you have been through a teacher prep program or have state certification.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

1. You are licensed to teach in the state of Massachusetts (or will be after graduation)
2. You are licensed as a school counselor in the state of Massachusetts (or will be after graduation)
3. You DON’T have certification, but you have experience teaching or working with young people and you are enthusiastic about teaching after graduation.

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO BEFORE THE FAIR?

Attend a Prep Worshop

We’ll help you tone up your resume and make the most of the Education Career Fair!

1. Research employers and anticipated openings in EagleLink (accessible to BC students and alumni only)

• Graduates from the classes of 2010-2012 and current students: An Eaglelink account already exists in your name and may be accessed using your Agora username and password. If you do not know your password, click on “Forgot Password.”
• Alumni from earlier classes click on “Alumni Registration.”
• Once into EagleLink, click on "2013 Boston College Education Fair" or click on "Events," then click on "Career Fairs."

Check the web sites of employers that interest you, and try to develop a couple of questions to ask each employer based on the information you found on their site.

• If you are interested in independent schools – Read our page on Teaching in Independent Schools
• If you are interested in Catholic schools – take a look at our page on Teaching in Catholic Schools

2. Know how you'll approach the employer.

What do you want the employer to know about you? Which of your skills or past experiences would you like to highlight? Have a short "sales pitch" ready. Think of it as your very own 15-second commercial. Also have some good questions prepared to ask the employer.

3. Get your resume set.

Attend a Resume Workshop for Teacher Candidates:

• Resume workshops are held at the Career Center a few times a week.

• Look at our Resumes for Teachers pages.

• Resume critique. Set up an appointment for a critique by calling 617-552-3430, or stop into the Career Center for drop-ins held Monday through Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (arrive by 3:30) and Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, 5-7 PM.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?

If you own a suit, we strongly recommend that you wear it - it will demonstrate your professionalism and seriousness of purpose. If you don't own a suit and can't borrow one, there are alternatives. For most female students, dressy slacks or a skirt with a simple blouse; wear a blazer if you have one. Male students should wear pressed slacks and a pressed shirt. A blazer and/or a tie would be good additions to your outfit.

EMPLOYERS interested in attending – please contact Peter Hunt at peter.hunt@bc.edu or 617-552-9264.