First, be sure to register with Placement and Co-op Services to allow us to do resume referrals to employers on your behalf and for you to interview on campus. Secondly, candidates are encouraged to maintain their own letters of recommendation and send copies directly to schools when applying, thus self-credentialing themselves. The vast majority of school personnel directors have indicated that self-credentialing is now acceptable. Most important are from cooperating teachers, supervisors, and principals who have seen the candidate perform in a school setting. Employers may request a list of names and phone numbers that they could contact by phone.
Most districts require completing an application form.
Usually a reference that is more than five years old does not accurately reflect current skills and accomplishments. Grade transcripts are not included in the credential files with Placement and Co-op Services.