This ebook describes what to expect, what questions you will be asked, and the importance of knowing the specialization of each person on the interview committee. As a bonus, the author has included sample letters of intent in the appendix. This ebook equips you with the information you need to appear as a seasoned veteran during the interview in order to receive that all-important first job offer.






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Excerpt:

10 School Psychology Job Interview Secrets Revealed

I am sure that you have mixed feeling about your first job as a School Psychologist.  I know my feelings were mixed because I was both excited and anxious.  I was excited about finally earning a decent paycheck after working part time since high school.  I was nervous about the whole application and interview process.  I also had some anxiety about competing for the same job with fellow School Psychology students.

 Nevertheless, the whole idea about earning a salary and working for approximately three years on becoming a School Psychologist overrode these initials fears.  The goal of this e-book is to help fellow school psychology graduate students earn their first job.  I am replying on my own personal experiences, the experiences of other School Psychologist’s, and my participation on interview committee’s.  I will be sharing information that will assist you gain employment as a School Psychologist. 

 I realize that there is a lot of information on the internet and in books about the topic of how to do well in a job interview in almost any occupation you  can think of.  Much of this information shares that it is important to dress well and conservatively, that you need to research your employer thoroughly before your interview, complete mock interviews, bring extra copies of your resume/vitae, be honest and assertive, etc.  I agree that all of these recommendations are important.  However, I realize that there is not a specific document out there that could help a school psychology graduate student prepare for their first job interview.  This book will focus simply on the 10 top “secrets” that will impress prospective employers.  These “secrets” are ultimately designed to give you an edge over the competition.  These secrets, when applied as outlined within this book, will make you look as if you have been employed as a School Psychologist for years.  Trust me, if you are able to respond to questions as if you have been practicing as a School Psychologist for years you will be the chosen candidate when all the interviews have been completed.  At the very least, this book will help you become mentally prepared for all they throw at you in an interview. 

 I have prioritized these “secrets” in a format that I consider to be the most to least important.  Hopefully, each and every one of them will help you get that first job!