Career Development Guide for Educators

Is your career planning on target? Educators who are successful in their job search have developed their skills and gained valuable experience during their college years.

Assess your skills and preferences

Set up an individual appointment with a Career Services' staff member
Investigate the teaching areas of most interest to you:
- Conduct an informational interview with professional educators
- Browse resources in the Career Services Career Library and in Rod Library

Exploring Options

Review the Career Exploration Resources section of the Career Services' website
Explore teaching majors listed on the UNI homepage
Investigate which teaching areas are in highest demand
Try a job shadowing experience

Developing Skills and Experience

Review the Get Experience section of the Career Services' website
Participate in pre-professional experiences in COE curriculum
Complete multiple teaching endorsements
Become expert in teaching methods and subject matter
Experience summer jobs and internships (Cooperative Education, Camps) related to the field of education
Volunteer
Tutor
Get involved in on-campus groups and professional organizations

Marketing Yourself and Planning Next Steps

Register with Career Services
Secure a one-on-one appointment with Career Services' staff by calling 319-273-6857.
Make use of Career Services' resources to conduct a wise job campaign :
- Expanded professional network
- Focused resume and letters
- Professional portfolio
- Polished interview skills
- Up-to-date credentials
Utilize the Career Library and UNI Career Services' job search resources
Participate in the National Educator Expo
Interview for international teaching positions at the UNI Overseas Recruiting Fair for Educators
Research graduate school resources

For information on any of the above programs, or for more information on how to develop your skills and gain relevant experience during your time at UNI, contact Career Services today!