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Creating Online Friendly Resumes eResumes Include ASCII text, HTML, Digital, Internet, and Scannable Resumes. Online resumes, also known as eResumes, are increasing in popularity among school districts, recruiters, and human resources personnel. What is an eResume? It is a resume specially prepared to be read by an electronic scanner, which uses Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to read, process, and track resumes. This method of screening resumes will increase dramatically in the 21st century. It is rapidly becoming the preferred method that recruiters and human resource personnel use to avoid hours of manual reviewing. These systems scan resumes for keywords, which include hot buzzwords, industry-specific jargon, areas of experience, and education, to ensure that applicants have the desired qualifications. A scannable resume needs to use a clear, large font. These documents are noun-based, rather than verb or adjective-based. Search engines do not care about how you "designed" or how you "established" certain forms or procedures. Knowing the keywords for your target industry and profession is imperative. Examples of keywords for the teaching profession include: classroom management, curriculum design and development, student motivation, student assessment, etc. Review ads and job descriptions for ideas on keywords to use at the top of your resume. Try to incorporate these words without being obvious. A plain text (ASCII) version of your resume is necessary to communicate with the wide variety of computers tied into the Internet - this format is one that every computer can understand. You can't use an MS Word version to copy and paste because it contains formatting that will make the resume look scrambled. When creating the ASCII (plain text) version of your resume, start with an accomplishment-based MS Word resume, and then convert the file. Don't be alarmed when you first look at the ASCII text version -- it will look "ugly." This text version will not recognize the formatting commands that MS Word uses. Online resumes are written for a search engine, not for the human eye. There are several errors that you should avoid in the document, including typeface/fonts, word wrapping, proportional typefaces, special character recognition, tabs, and alignment. In the 21 century, an ASCII text version of your resume is necessary for anyone conducting an online job search - be prepared and have yours converted. Many organizations refuse to open attachments for fear of viruses or word processing incompatibility - plus it takes hiring manager's time to open an attachment. Don't miss the position you desire because you are not prepared. If you want to know more about the importance of keywords you can review one of our past related articles. If you don't know how to convert and fix the formatting, contact us. We provide this service for a small fee. You can also review our resume samples to get an idea of how keywords are incorporated into the resume For further help with your resume, contact A+ Resumes for Teachers.
Job Search Tip of the Week Don't Ramble in the Interview: There was a teacher who walked into the interview room and was asked to “Tell me about yourself.” Well, did the candidate ever let loose. She discussed her marital and financial problems and shared the fact that she really enjoyed Chinese food. Think about it: What value has this response shown the interviewer? None. In fact, the interviewers would be thinking that the candidate would have a difficult time concentrating on her position with all her life problems. The candidate may have released information that ended up screening her out of the running for the position. Talking too much also showed that she has a difficult time expressing herself and/or that she really doesn't know the answer to the question. Demonstrate your strong communication skills by presenting your response with enthusiasm in a clear, concise manner. You can review samples of our work by clicking here. Please remember these are only basic tips. For further help with your resume, contact A+ Resumes for Teachers.
Success Stories "I am sure you hear this all the time, but I just wanted to let you k now I am very pleased, actually EXTREMELY pleased, with the resume and cover letter your team developed. They are very accurate and demonstrate my skills and accomplishments. It is so nice to look at. I couldn't have done this myself. Like you said, it is tough to write about yourself and I don't write resumes everyday like you do. I am so happy I hired you."
Rodney T —
P.E. Teacher
"I just wanted to take the time to let you know I got the job I really wanted. I am so very pleased and fortunate I found you to help me. The interview panel all commented on my documents. I am POSITIVE the job wouldn't have been offered to me without the documents you produced. In fact, I wouldn't have got an interview. You are a very nice and talented lady."
J. T. —
Principal, Texas
"Your interview coaching was extremely helpful. I interviewed today, at ABC School District, it went really great. I felt so confident and the words came out of my mouth the way they were suppose to. You have given me some great advice that I will be able to use it throughout my career. You are a very knowledgeable and thoughtful person. I will recommend you to anyone who needs help with their career. Once again, thanks."
Brian H. --
Athletic Director
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