Effective Teacher Interviews: How do I hire good teachers?

There's a lot at stake when you hire a teacher-including student achievement and the resources involved in finding and retaining teachers. Identify the best applicants every time with this practical advice on the teacher interview process. Teacher hiring expert Jennifer L. Hindman explains how to prepare for and conduct hiring interviews that reliably predict a teacher's success. Her guidance helps you

Use proven, research-based interview practices.
Avoid questions that are not legally permissible.
Assemble and train an interview team.
Match candidates' skills to your school's needs.

To ensure your hiring practices are based on legally defensible questions and processes, she's included specific guidance, sample questions, and process checklists.