A credentials technician from the Yolo County Office of Education along with a representative of the State s Commission on Teacher Licensing will be present to advise candidates about credential requirements. In the era of class size reduction in California and continuing growth in our community, we ll continue to take the extra step of bringing potential teachers to Woodland rather than just meeting with them at their colleges. We want them to talk with many District representatives principals, teachers and District administrators as well as see our high school, other school sites and the community, said Associate Superintendent Dale Weatherford. In each of the previous three years, over 150 prospective teachers, counselors, and other certificated support personnel have been interviewed by District principals and other administrators. About a dozen contracts annually have been offered by the end of the day, with many other candidates scheduled for additional interviews as positions have become available.
Community groups participate in the Recruitment Fair with displays about their activities.
We believe one of our strongest selling points to attract quality teachers to Woodland is our vibrant and supportive community. Representatives of the City s Police and Parks departments, the Yolo Co. Board of Realtors and the Woodland Chamber of Commerce provide vital information to our candidates, Superintendent Linda Weesner said. Prospective teachers also will be able to learn of the District s support services available to them.