The VIEW:  Wakulla County School System Department of Human Resources, December 2006 

Recognizing the need for innovation and flexibility as the needs of our workforce change remains a focus for the Human Resources Department.  Our school system is undergoing a period of change.  Families attracted to the lifestyle and schools of Wakulla County are arriving in greater numbers each year.  Our growth means that we need to recruit and retain teachers and staff members.  Planning for the next 5 years, the next 10 years, stays on the forefront of the school system radar.

In an effort to prepare for these several programs have been put in place.  As of Thanksgiving 2006 a robust and comprehensive Applicant Tracking System went “live”  for all certified (instructional/administrative) applicants.  That means all applications for positions in the Wakulla County School System will be completed on-line at www.wakullaschooldistrict.org located under the Employment tab.  The bottom line: no more paper applications.  All classified (non-instructional) applicants will be “live” by mid-February 2007.  This will enable candidates to submit applications 24/7 across the nation.  This also enables applicant accessibility to principals and other hiring authorities from home or work.

The Applicant Tracking System is one means to improve the efficiency of recruiting and hiring.  Another means is face-to-face interaction with potential candidates.  Since June 2006 The Wakulla County School District has been represented at Tallahassee Community College, Flagler College, Florida State University, The Great Florida Teach-in and Valdosta State College for the purpose of recruiting.

Wakulla County currently has the highest percentage of National Board Certified Teachers in the State.  Florida is second behind North Carolina with the highest number of National Board Teachers across the nation.  That resource coupled with new peer teachers has provided the new hires with summer survival training, school-based support, and on-going seminars this year.  Many of our teachers have accepted the challenge offered by the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards.  Nine teachers started the process this summer and eight more are still in the process awaiting feedback.  Several other teachers have elected to participate in the Level I Leadership Program this year as well.  Wakulla teachers have developed a reputation of continuous learning and striving for excellence.  Teaching is a complex profession and requires professional demands beyond the classroom.  Getting off to a good start is vital to long-term employment and high productivity.

This article originally published on December 14, 2006.

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mkwestmark

 

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