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Reflecting on the digital classroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether we liked it or not, in 2020 we were all forced online. We\u2019ve become experts in Zoom etiquette, fluent in the language of Seesaw, and confident Google Classroom users. For many of us this transition to online learning was unpleasant. Although it provided a good opportunity to empathize with our students who also struggled with the change, juggling a number of different platforms while providing the educational and emotional support students need was a daunting task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like the students, teachers eventually adapted to this dramatic change in learning environments. And every educator that braved the transition to online learning gained valuable knowledge. Some of us had never heard of Zoom or Google Meet before the pandemic. Now we are teaching students in different time zones, prompting us to discuss international mindedness in our classes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the new year many of us are hoping to move beyond the challenges of 2020. While we are eager to celebrate this fresh start, it is important to reflect on the skills that arose from such a tumultuous year in education. Teachers across the world made incredible efforts to convert their classrooms into digital learning environments, picking up a host of new talents along the way. This involuntary professional development has resulted in newly acquired skills that teachers can \u2013 and should \u2013 market when looking for future positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Online learning pushed teachers to be innovative, creative and resilient. How did you grow as an educator in 2020?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Marketing your online teaching skills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps you learned to use an application to make videos or provide audio annotations to your notes. Or maybe you hosted regular virtual check-ins with students to monitor their progress and emotional well-being. Even improving your knowledge and fluency of G Suite Education products (Google Classroom, Docs, etc.) is something that can be added to your CV and highlighted as an example of your adaptability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the new year and the hiring season here, now is a good time to update your CV<\/a> and join Teacher Horizons<\/a> in anticipation of new opportunities and adventures in 2021. Thousands of international teaching positions are available and new jobs all over the world are popping up everyday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are a returning educator you can update your TH candidate profile with any recent professional development you acquired over the period of remote teaching (keep an eye out for our soon to be revamped Teacher Profile Pages<\/a>). These new online teaching skills can be highlighted in the Supporting docs and video section of your TH candidate profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Documents, videos and photos that highlight the skills and talents you acquired during your remote teaching experience can be added to your <\/em>c<\/em><\/a>andidate profile page<\/a>.<\/em>
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Almost every teacher had to make the transition to online learning and learn the skills necessary to get by. However some teachers took advantage of this opportunity to  develop their online instruction and they  have a great deal to promote  in future job applications and interviews. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But not all of these new skills relate directly to online learning applications or software. Even if you didn\u2019t blossom with technology during those months of remote teaching, there are still selling points that school leaders are looking for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good schools want educators that can build positive relationships with students even in an online setting<\/a>. This is much more difficult in a virtual world than in person, but well-being is essential to students\u2019 future success in and out of the classroom regardless of where this sense of belonging is cultivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Connecting with students and families was a particular challenge during remote teaching. What methods proved successful in building relationships with young people?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Some strategies that were cited as particularly effective were 1-on-1 catch ups and online extracurricular activities. Perhaps you coordinated a dress-up day or virtual school assembly. While these are not strictly \u201ctechnology skills\u201d, these creative solutions to building relationships online can be unique talking points in an interview or additions to your CV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Promote your digital classroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every teacher adapted to virtual learning differently but here are some ways you can highlight your \u201ctech skills\u201d to set you apart from the crowd:<\/p>\n\n\n\n