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Mary S. Brown Credential Information Packet

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Career Services Wichita State University 1845 Fairmount Wichita, KS 67260-0042 career.services@wichita.edu www.wichita.edu/career 203 Grace Wilkie Hall 316.978.3435

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WSU Office of Career Services

Self-Managed Credential Files Guidelines What is a credential file?

A credential file consists of letters of recommendation, a resume, a transcript and any other data pertinent to your application. The trend in education employment is toward “self-managed” credential files.

What are the benefits of a self-managed credential file?

Managing your own file allows you to respond quickly to job vacancies with short deadlines. A selfmanaged file also allows you to send your credential file to only the school districts that want your file, and to tailor your file for each specific position opening. In addition, by managing your own file you ensure that all your letters of recommendation and additional materials are current and accurate.

What should be included in a credential file?

A credential file typically consists of: • Three to five reference letters • Relevant professional certifications/licenses • College transcript(s) An unofficial copy is acceptable in your credential file. Upon acceptance of employment, you will likely be asked to forward an official copy for your permanent file.

• Student teaching evaluation(s) • Reference sheet How should I obtain materials for my file?

Most employers prefer work or school references, rather than personal or character references. Good reference sources are individuals whom you feel have a positive impression of your work in the classroom or the workplace. These individuals could include: • Your cooperating teacher • Building-level administrators • Supervisors of co-op, internship or practicum experiences • Faculty members • Campus administrators or advisors How should I present my credentials?

We suggest you place your documents in the following order: • Resume • Letters of reference in chronological order, with the most recent letter on top • Student teaching evaluation(s) • Transcript(s) • Reference sheet Never fold your credentials. Mail them in a 9 x 12-inch envelope.

How should I manage my credentials now and throughout my career?

Keep your credential file materials up to date. We recommend that you keep all originals and mail quality photocopies. Keep your documents in good condition and in a safe place. When you are ready to do a new job search, update your credential file with current letters of reference and a new reference sheet.

Forms available on the Career Services website: Credential cover page • Credential policy memo • Reference forms (WSU faculty • general)

WSU Career Services 1845 Fairmount • Wichita, KS 67260-0042 • 316.978.3435 career.services@wichita.edu • www.wichita.edu/careers

Mary S. Brown 6758 Main Street • Wichita, KS 67210 (316) 686-1017 • msbrown@wichita.edu ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

OBJECTIVE To obtain a teaching position in elementary education, grades 4-6, with special interest in mathematics EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts in Education License: Elementary/K-6 Wichita State University, Wichita, KS

May 20XX GPA: 3.5/4.0

TEACHING EXPERIENCE Student Teacher, Sixth Grade Adams Elementary School, Wichita, KS • Develop lesson plans; individually teach three reading groups • Utilize cooperative learning strategies effectively; create and organize related games and activities

Spring 20XX

WSU Co-op Paraeducator, Fifth Grade Lincoln Elementary School, Wichita, KS • Taught collaboratively in an integrated Language Arts/Social Studies program • Participated in planning whole language program activities • Developed writing skills using a “writers’ workshop” mode of instruction

Fall 20XX

Summer School Assistant College Hill Elementary School, Wichita, KS • Assisted with a corrective math class (grades 4-5) and reading class (grades 2-3) • Designed special activities to demonstrate math concepts

Summer 20XX

Field Experience, Sixth Grade Harris Elementary School, Wichita, KS • Observed and participated in teacher-related duties and assisted students with reading

Spring 20XX

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE Library Assistant, Belle Plaine Public Library, Belle Plaine, KS Kindergarten Supervisor, Cullen Day Care, Andover, KS Swimming Instructor, YMCA Day Camp, Wichita, KS

Summer 20XX Fall 20XX Summer 20XX

SPECIAL SKILLS Languages: Fluent in Spanish (oral & written); conversant in French Computers: Mac & PC experience – PowerPoint, Excel, InDesign, FileMaker Pro ACTIVITIES AND AWARDS Volunteer, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Sedgwick County, Wichita, KS Member, National Education Association, WSU Student Chapter Recipient, National Dean’s List, WSU

20XX-present Aug. 20XX-present 20XX

REFERENCE Candidate: _______________________________________________________________________________________ To the Reference: Please type your recommendation concerning the professional qualifications of the candidate.

Name: __________________________________________________________

Date: ______________________________

Title: __________________________________________________________

Phone: ( ________ ) _________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature:________________________________________________________________________________________________

FACULTY REFERENCE Candidate: ______________________________________________________________________________________ To the Reference: Please type your recommendation concerning the professional qualifications of the candidate. Check each item by marking the appropriate column. The ratings are: 1-Superior; 2-Above Average; 3-Average; 4-Below Average; and N-No Rating. Consider the candidate as compared with his/her peers.

Characteristics Academic competence Communication skills Enthusiasm for teaching Initiative Responsibility

1

2

3

4

N

Characteristics Cooperation Interpersonal relationships Interest in students Poise Sense of humor

1

2

3

4

N

Name: __________________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________ Title: __________________________________________________________ Phone: ( _________ ) _________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Additional documents you may wish to include in your credential packet:

A copy of your student teacher evaluation completed by your Cooperating Teacher

An unofficial copy of your WSU transcript

Mary S. Brown 6758 Main Street • Wichita, KS 67210 (316) 686-1017 • msbrown@wichita.edu

Mary Jones Principal Northwest High School 123 North Main Wichita, Kansas 67212 (316) 876-2424 mejones@msn.com

Roger Smith Superintendent of Schools USD #259 123 North Francis Wichita, Kansas 67212 (316) 689-8732 rjsmith@usd259.edu

Virginia Wolfe Cooperating Teacher Adams Elementary School 897 Oliver Wichita, Kansas 67208 (316) 833-2640 wolfev@cox.net

Susan Pratt Field Experience Coordinator Lincoln Elementary School 602 Lincoln Street Wichita, Kansas 67409 (316) 686-1234 sapratt@gmail.com