Some public school hiring officials consider portfolios when evaluating candidates for teaching positions. This is one of the conclusions drawn from a survey conducted by the Career Resource Center and the School of Education on Massachusetts school districts' use of portfolios in the hiring process. This article provides general guidelines to follow in creating or revising your portfolio for the job search process. What to Include Select items for inclusion in your portfolio that show distinctive aspects of your experiences. Be sure that your portfolio displays a wide range of your skills and experiences.
Many teachers use a loose leaf binder for a portfolio.
If you do, it should not be more than one to two inches thick. A large, bulky portfolio is not likely to be reviewed in an interview and will be harder for you to transport. If you use photographs, be sure that they are clearly labeled and are consistent with what you say about your experiences. Photos of students engaged in a unique activity will make a better presentation than simple photos of groups of students. Be sure that everything in your portfolio is checked for spelling and grammar errors and that it has a professional appearance overall.