{"product_id":"make-your-school-irresistible-the-secret-to-attracting-and-retaining-great-teachers-9781416633525","title":"Make Your School Irresistible: The Secret to Attracting and Retaining Great Teachers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttract and retain talented faculty by inviting them into your school community, investing in their careers, and inspiring them to advance in their profession.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTeacher numbers are dwindling in schools and districts across the United States as many leave the profession and the popularity of teacher education programs wanes. As a result, the most qualified candidates can choose from an array of professional options. How do you make sure they will want to commit to your school?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eMake Your School Irresistible, \u003c\/em\u003e authors Carrie Bishop and Jessica Holloway explore ways to reframe personnel practices and center teachers to boost the appeal of joining your school community. Drawing on their coaching and teacher leadership experience, the authors introduce three vital components for recruitment and retention: \u003cem\u003einvite, invest, \u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003einspire\u003c\/em\u003e. Practical strategies, relatable scenarios, and real-life examples demonstrate what to do--and not do--to attract top candidates and support existing staff in ways that allow them to grow and thrive in their careers. School leaders will learn how to\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Communicate a compelling school identity and brand through social media and other vehicles.• Establish effective processes for all stages of engagement with candidates, from recruitment and interviewing through onboarding and mentoring.• Develop mindsets and behaviors that convey respect for all staff and nurture their personal and professional growth.• Build leadership capacity within and outside the classroom, for the benefit of both individuals and the larger school community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArmed with this guidance, you will be better prepared to find, attract, and retain the great teachers who will contribute to a promising future for your school, your students, and your community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBishop, Carrie:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cb\u003eCarrie Bishop\u003c\/b\u003e is a middle school instructional coach in Chattanooga, TN. Previously she served as an academic lead, supporting school leadership teams at 19 K-12 schools, and as a school-based instructional coach. Carrie has held various teacher leadership roles and hosted over a dozen preservice teachers. She has twice been named districtwide Teacher of the Year, and she also received a teacher leadership award from the Public Education Foundation. Earning both her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Carrie also completed K-12 administrative licensure coursework at Carson Newman University. Carrie's passion lies in serving students and empowering those who guide and shape them for a brighter future.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHolloway, Jessica:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cb\u003eJessica Holloway\u003c\/b\u003e is a district innovation coach focusing on creative and innovative practices that transform student learning experiences. In her nearly 20 years in education, she has served in various roles including middle school language arts teacher, school-based instructional coach, new teacher mentor, and professional learning facilitator. She is a 2019 ASCD Emerging Leader and a 2024 Google for Education Certified Innovator. Jessica holds a post-master's certificate in school leadership from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and a master's degree in education, specializing in adolescent literacy and technology, from Walden University. Jessica is a champion for building the competence and confidence of educators so they can flourish as leaders.","brand":"ASCD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51690520346898,"sku":"9781416633525","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c9d71f1b-7093-4a4d-b41d-548d91b0fcdf.jpg?v=1761737995","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/make-your-school-irresistible-the-secret-to-attracting-and-retaining-great-teachers-9781416633525","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}