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By Chris B.

Hi,
I can relate to what you were saying about being interviewed by people you know. I did all my teaching experience at one school, so after I graduated in May, I went over there to turn in the "infamous Resume." While
I was sitting there talking to the principal and the asst. principal about my life and summer plans, blah, blah... she offered me a first grade sub position in first grade -right there on the spot! She said she didn't need to interview for a long term sub- and that I was as close to the teacher who was out on maternity leave as she had hoped to find!
Needless to say, I was really

excited. But, I still wanted a full time job. She told me that I could accept the half year job, and that if any positions came open, they would call and interview me formally. ( Our county's policy.) I got a call about 3 weeks later to come interview for a full year first grade position. I was so excited, but nervous--what if they didn't hire me? I was still going to have to be around these people until December, and I knew everyone anyway from the beginning!

I wasted a weekend with worry, and then I got the call that they had recommended me for the full time position. I was very relieved. I need the pay and the benefits! I know how it feels to be unsure- Especially with people you know that know YOU!

You're right, it is essential to believe that God has the perfect plan and the perfect job. I know He led me to the one I have now.

I'm sure interviewing must be scary, but remember, these people know you and they know your skills. Often interviewing is just a state formality, to legally cement what they already feel about someone and their qualifications.

Lastly, if you have one position at your school, interview for another, and don't get it, don't assume the worst. It might not have anything to do with you. They may have found someone with more experience, or maybe they like you so much where you are, they can't find anyone good enough to replace you...