Recruiting and Retaining Generation Y Teachers

Ronald W. Rebore - St. Louis University, USA
Angela L. E. Walmsley - St. Louis University, USA
Recruiting and Retaining Generation Y Teachers
October 2009 | 144 pages | Corwin
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"Essential information on topics such as job postings, interview structuring, and selecting the best candidate for the position is helpful for hiring, training, and supervising Generation Y teachers. From the opening vignettes to the end-of-chapter exercises and focus questions, this book superbly presents sound, current, and relevant information."
—Darrin D. Sorrells, Director, Center for Teaching and Learning
Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus

Engage a new generation of teachers to create effective learning communities!

College graduates seeking positions in school districts today often belong to the generation known as Generation Y, or the Millennials, raised in a society saturated with technology and multicultural influences. Their perspectives, expectations, and needs differ dramatically from previous generations and integrating these candidates into an existing school culture requires new approaches to recruiting and building professional relationships.

Ronald W. Rebore and Angela L. E. Walmsley provide school and district leaders with a research-based framework for connecting with this new generation of professionals and building a multigenerational, collaborative workforce. The book includes guidelines for hiring and retaining Generation Y educators, integrating them into a learning community, and developing appropriate instructional and professional development programs. A wide range of case studies and extensive exercises help school leaders:

  • Identify Generation Y educators' learning, communication, and work styles
  • Recruit, interview, and hire candidates in support of stated school goals
  • Evaluate school culture and promote cross-generational teamwork
  • Communicate effectively with all staff members

By harnessing the optimism and innovation of new teachers and valuing every generation's contributions, educational leaders can cultivate a work environment where all can thrive.

Contents

Preface

Preface

Acknowledgments

Acknowledgments

About the Authors

  • 1. Characteristics of the New Generation of Teachers
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Vacancies in the Classroom
  • Newly Hired Veteran Teachers
  • Professionals Changing Careers to Teaching
  • The Emergence of Generation Y
  • Multiple Intelligences
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Summary
  • Case Study A
  • Case Study B
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 2. Marketing and Recruiting Generation Y Teachers, Staff Members, and Administrators
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Generation Y Applicants
  • The Milieu
  • Considerations Affecting Marketing and Recruitment
  • Methods of Recruiting Generation Y
  • Summary
  • Case Study
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 3. Culture of the School as Generations Merge
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Methods for Analyzing School and District Culture
  • "New and Old" Coming Together
  • Characteristics of a Positive School Culture
  • Building Learning Communities
  • Hiring for Mission
  • Summary
  • Case Study A
  • Case Study B
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 4. Communication Aspects of Generation Y Teachers
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Multiple Dimensions of the Communication Process
  • New Communication Mediums
  • Frequency and Characteristics of Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Administrator Communication
  • Summary
  • Case Study A
  • Case Study B
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 5. Hiring and Compensation of Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Selecting and Hiring Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Interviewing Generation Y Candidates
  • Compensating Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Fringe Benefit Programs for Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Summary
  • Case Study
  • Exercises
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 6. Retaining Generation Y Through Assessment and Professional Growth
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Performance Assessment of Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Professional Development for Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • School District Goals and Objectives in Relation to Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Summary
  • Case Study
  • Exercises
  • Chapter Focus Questions

Resource: Definitions of Technological Items and Terms

Resource: Definitions of Technological Items and Terms

References

References

Suggested Reading

Suggested Reading

Index

Index

Description

"Essential information on topics such as job postings, interview structuring, and selecting the best candidate for the position is helpful for hiring, training, and supervising Generation Y teachers. From the opening vignettes to the end-of-chapter exercises and focus questions, this book superbly presents sound, current, and relevant information."
—Darrin D. Sorrells, Director, Center for Teaching and Learning
Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus

Engage a new generation of teachers to create effective learning communities!

College graduates seeking positions in school districts today often belong to the generation known as Generation Y, or the Millennials, raised in a society saturated with technology and multicultural influences. Their perspectives, expectations, and needs differ dramatically from previous generations and integrating these candidates into an existing school culture requires new approaches to recruiting and building professional relationships.

Ronald W. Rebore and Angela L. E. Walmsley provide school and district leaders with a research-based framework for connecting with this new generation of professionals and building a multigenerational, collaborative workforce. The book includes guidelines for hiring and retaining Generation Y educators, integrating them into a learning community, and developing appropriate instructional and professional development programs. A wide range of case studies and extensive exercises help school leaders:

  • Identify Generation Y educators' learning, communication, and work styles
  • Recruit, interview, and hire candidates in support of stated school goals
  • Evaluate school culture and promote cross-generational teamwork
  • Communicate effectively with all staff members

By harnessing the optimism and innovation of new teachers and valuing every generation's contributions, educational leaders can cultivate a work environment where all can thrive.

Contents

Preface

Preface

Acknowledgments

Acknowledgments

About the Authors

  • 1. Characteristics of the New Generation of Teachers
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Vacancies in the Classroom
  • Newly Hired Veteran Teachers
  • Professionals Changing Careers to Teaching
  • The Emergence of Generation Y
  • Multiple Intelligences
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Summary
  • Case Study A
  • Case Study B
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 2. Marketing and Recruiting Generation Y Teachers, Staff Members, and Administrators
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Generation Y Applicants
  • The Milieu
  • Considerations Affecting Marketing and Recruitment
  • Methods of Recruiting Generation Y
  • Summary
  • Case Study
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 3. Culture of the School as Generations Merge
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Methods for Analyzing School and District Culture
  • "New and Old" Coming Together
  • Characteristics of a Positive School Culture
  • Building Learning Communities
  • Hiring for Mission
  • Summary
  • Case Study A
  • Case Study B
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 4. Communication Aspects of Generation Y Teachers
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Multiple Dimensions of the Communication Process
  • New Communication Mediums
  • Frequency and Characteristics of Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Administrator Communication
  • Summary
  • Case Study A
  • Case Study B
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 5. Hiring and Compensation of Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Selecting and Hiring Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Interviewing Generation Y Candidates
  • Compensating Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Fringe Benefit Programs for Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Summary
  • Case Study
  • Exercises
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 6. Retaining Generation Y Through Assessment and Professional Growth
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Performance Assessment of Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Professional Development for Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • School District Goals and Objectives in Relation to Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Summary
  • Case Study
  • Exercises
  • Chapter Focus Questions

Resource: Definitions of Technological Items and Terms

Resource: Definitions of Technological Items and Terms

References

References

Suggested Reading

Suggested Reading

Index

Index

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Recruiting and Retaining Generation Y Teachers


October 2009 | 144 pages | Corwin

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"Essential information on topics such as job postings, interview structuring, and selecting the best candidate for the position is helpful for hiring, training, and supervising Generation Y teachers. From the opening vignettes to the end-of-chapter exercises and focus questions, this book superbly presents sound, current, and relevant information."
—Darrin D. Sorrells, Director, Center for Teaching and Learning
Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus

Engage a new generation of teachers to create effective learning communities!

College graduates seeking positions in school districts today often belong to the generation known as Generation Y, or the Millennials, raised in a society saturated with technology and multicultural influences. Their perspectives, expectations, and needs differ dramatically from previous generations and integrating these candidates into an existing school culture requires new approaches to recruiting and building professional relationships.

Ronald W. Rebore and Angela L. E. Walmsley provide school and district leaders with a research-based framework for connecting with this new generation of professionals and building a multigenerational, collaborative workforce. The book includes guidelines for hiring and retaining Generation Y educators, integrating them into a learning community, and developing appropriate instructional and professional development programs. A wide range of case studies and extensive exercises help school leaders:

  • Identify Generation Y educators' learning, communication, and work styles
  • Recruit, interview, and hire candidates in support of stated school goals
  • Evaluate school culture and promote cross-generational teamwork
  • Communicate effectively with all staff members

By harnessing the optimism and innovation of new teachers and valuing every generation's contributions, educational leaders can cultivate a work environment where all can thrive.


Table Of Contents:

  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments
  • About the Authors
  • 1. Characteristics of the New Generation of Teachers
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Vacancies in the Classroom
  • Newly Hired Veteran Teachers
  • Professionals Changing Careers to Teaching
  • The Emergence of Generation Y
  • Multiple Intelligences
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Summary
  • Case Study A
  • Case Study B
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 2. Marketing and Recruiting Generation Y Teachers, Staff Members, and Administrators
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Generation Y Applicants
  • The Milieu
  • Considerations Affecting Marketing and Recruitment
  • Methods of Recruiting Generation Y
  • Summary
  • Case Study
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 3. Culture of the School as Generations Merge
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Methods for Analyzing School and District Culture
  • "New and Old" Coming Together
  • Characteristics of a Positive School Culture
  • Building Learning Communities
  • Hiring for Mission
  • Summary
  • Case Study A
  • Case Study B
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 4. Communication Aspects of Generation Y Teachers
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Multiple Dimensions of the Communication Process
  • New Communication Mediums
  • Frequency and Characteristics of Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Administrator Communication
  • Summary
  • Case Study A
  • Case Study B
  • Exercise
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 5. Hiring and Compensation of Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Selecting and Hiring Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Interviewing Generation Y Candidates
  • Compensating Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Fringe Benefit Programs for Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Summary
  • Case Study
  • Exercises
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • 6. Retaining Generation Y Through Assessment and Professional Growth
  • Chapter Objectives
  • Vignette
  • Characteristics of Generation Y
  • Performance Assessment of Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Professional Development for Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • School District Goals and Objectives in Relation to Generation Y Teachers and Administrators
  • Summary
  • Case Study
  • Exercises
  • Chapter Focus Questions
  • Resource: Definitions of Technological Items and Terms
  • References
  • Suggested Reading
  • Index

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"Ronald Rebore and Angela Walmsley provide a comprehensive description of how Generation Y developed, what they expect from the work environment (constant feedback, for example) and how tobridge the gap between the technology-savvy Generation Y teachers and administrators and the veteran Baby Boomer teachers and administrators."
The School Administrator, April 2011, American Association of School Administrators
"As more and more veteran educators retire, it is critical that younger teachers entering the field succeed! Administrators, human resource professionals, and classroom teachers will have a better understanding of how to relate to this group. Essential information on such topics as job postings, interview structuring, and selecting the best candidate for the position is helpful for anyone hiring, training, and supervising Generation Y teachers. From the opening vignettes to the end-of-chapter exercises and focus questions, Rebore and Walmsley superbly present sound, current, and relevant information that is informative and thought-provoking.”
Darrin D. Sorrells, Director, Center for Teaching and Learning, Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus

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