The Career Advancement Portfolio - Paperback

by Beverly J. Irby (Author), Genevieve Brown (Author)

Frequently, people who want to advance in their careers or to change careers need assistance. To meet this need, the authors of The Principal Portfolio have expanded one of its chapters into The Career Advancement Portfolio--a powerful marketing tool for the educator seeking better job opportunities.

If you are about to begin a job search, perhaps you are not looking forward to developing a portfolio. Perhaps it appears to be an overwhelming task, and if you are not certain of just how to go about it, trying to create a portfolio can be a frustrating and intimidating experience. The Career Advancement Portfolio is designed to make developing your portfolio manageable and rewarding. The step-by-step process outlined in the book will enable you to create, in a sequential and stress-free manner, a Career Advancement Portfolio which highlights your abilities and accomplishments and enhances your professional image.

Author Biography

Beverly J. Irby, Ed.D. is Associate Professor of Educational Leadership in the Department of Educational Leadership and Counseling at Sam Houston State University. She has also served as Director of Field Experiences, Supervisor of Mentor Services, Liaison for Sam Houston State University's Urban Professional Development Site, and as a Title VII Grants Coordinator at an urban elementary school. She has published widely, authored or co-authored numerous grants, and consulted frequently with school districts.

Genevieve Brown, Ed.D. is currently Professor, Director of Doctoral Studies, and Chair of the Department of Educational Leadership and Counseling at Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas. She also served as the Coordinator of Secondary Education and as University Supervisor for principal interns. She has published widely; presented at local, state, and national conferences; and consulted often with school districts.