Keeping The Cloud Nine Feeling | Delores S. Creech

Program Description

Customer service to new hires giving them a sense of belonging.

Virginia Standard(s) Addressed

Professionalism (ISLLC standards 5 & 6)

Program Goals and Objectives

By the end of this program participants will demonstrate the ability to communicate with new hires from the day of offer (when they were on "cloud nine") to the time the new employee steps into the classroom to feel a strong of sense of belonging and confidence in the school district.

Program Format

Employment offers by the Human Resource Departments
Constant (weekly) communication with the new hires by Human Resource Staff or Retirees assisting with the hiring of staff
Information on license issues
Information on district mentor program
Information on school placement
Information on housing

Target Audience

Human Resource Departments, School Administrators

Self-Selection and/or Identification Through School Division

No/yes.

Duration of Program

One session for four hours.

Outcomes Measured

Retention of new hires.

Program Evaluation

New teacher focus group.

Contact Information

Delores S. Creech
Personnel Specialist
Loudoun County Public Schools
571-252-1100
dcreech@loudoun.k12.va.us

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