Professional Interview-Essay
Prepare a 3 – 4 page written report on the results of an interview with a person who holds a professional position similar to the one you hold or would like to hold in the future.
This is a formal report and will include a clearly defined Introduction, Body, and Conclusion. The report will be single-spaced in a standard font. You will also include a copy of the materials that you used for background research, (this will be included as a separate page in an annotated bibliography format.) Though web-based resources are fine you will not just include a series of links, clearly identify the material and why you used it. (These materials do not count towards the length of your report.)
Information I got from Interviewing my Boss:
Facts Andrew told me:Andrew earned his B.S. in History from the University of Vermont and his M.S. in Special Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His graduate worked focused on supporting individuals with significant disabilities in cross-categorical K-12 settings in Madison, WI. While at UW, he was a trainee with the interdisciplinary leadership program Wisconsin Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND). Andrew has worked in various post secondary transition programs for college student with disabilities in different regions of the country. He brings his passion for education equality and disability rights to the team. In his free time he enjoys watching/playing sports, traveling, and spending time with his family.
A facts-Retention rates for students with disabilities is very low. Hard for them to get meaningful jobs. 33% of them as of 2012 out of 4600 hundred plus schools
questions i asked him while interviewing him
-I work for College Steps, and im a program coordinator. I have to make schedules for the students. Class, homework, and work schedules. As well as has to recruit students to become peer mentors. (Which is what I currently do).My job is to make sure students have what they need to be successful in life. And in school. Mostly have to assist with dealing with any problem the students need. Academic or personal wise
– Masters teachings, leadership. Compassion willingness to step out of comfort zone high expectations.
-Someone with a passion and drive to help others be successful.
-students I work with and small successes and their growth. Mentors I get to work with and train. Developing college steps at nova as well. Being a new program is hard. Planning emails more of a boss role. Use to working 1 on 1 with students. Other problems I have to deal with are -Mostly have to assist with dealing with any problem the students need. Academic or personal wise
– No, this only helps him understand more about his career path and how to better help his students.
– peer mentor at his college helped pilot it.(University of Wisconsin) Graduated and got an email from a guy starting a new program at a residential hall. He was an academic coach there. He expanded to Wisconsin and worked part time in new facility while taking classes as well.