► Be prepared to answer questions in written form immediately prior to being interviewed if requested to do so.

► Make sure you have an outfit that is clean, pressed, and comfortable, such as a suit or a neutral colored dress, skirt or pants with blouse and jacket. In most cases men should wear dress pants, shirt, tie, with a sport coat though for some formal school districts a suit may be most appropriate. Put everything you decide to wear aside in case you are given little notice of an interview.

► Make several copies of your current resume and letters of reference.

► Since first impressions are extremely important, look your best. Your hair should be clean and styled and your fingernails should be filed and unobtrusive. Dress conservatively and professionally.

► On your way to the interview, remind yourself that you are a great teacher and that any school would be fortunate to hire you.