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TheDivineMrsM
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Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
I have an interview tomorrow in a prestigous LI district tomorrow. I have my black suit all set, but after going through my closet I realized I only have a pair of open-toe, t-strap heels that would match. Are those inappropriate for an interview?!? Am I over-thinking it? The suit is a skirt and jacket, do I wear stockings even though it's 80 degrees? (Can you tell it's been awhile since I interviewed anywhere?)
Thanks in advance.
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Posted 7/13/09 8:47 AM  |
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SJSM
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
No, your shoes will be fine.. You also do not need to wear stockings.
Trust me I work at a very nice school district on LI, you should see how some of the adminstrators and teachers dress.
good luck to you
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| Posted 7/13/09 9:30 AM |
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PennyCat
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
I would be cautious and go the more 'conservative' route. I can understand what the above poster suggested, but I feel like it really depends on the specific school.
In my school, there are teachers who wear strapless dresses and tank tops with their cleavage flashing..... but where I student taught, teachers dressed much more professional.... I would just be as conservative as possible- you can't go wrong that way, IMO!
That's just how I feel though- I don't have a ton of interview experience 
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| Posted 7/13/09 10:15 AM |
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ziamaria
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
my district is conservative, however when i interviewed, i went with caris and 1 strap black leather wedges, second interview w/skirt and same shoes, demo w/capris and superinendent with skirt...no hosiery either time and the other women in the office waiting, were full suit attire w/hosiery and blazers...i don't think they care too much about our appearance, as the content of our resume, references and our answers during the process
good luck!!!
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| Posted 7/13/09 10:20 AM |
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Erica
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
Posted by PennyCat
I would be cautious and go the more 'conservative' route.
I have to agree...I'm in a top district and they are pretty conservative here.
especially if it's elem ed. English, Soc St. (very competitive right now) there are so many well-qualified candidates that you don't want clothing to be the deciding factor
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| Posted 7/13/09 10:29 AM |
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BabyLove08
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
WOW, good for you! What type of position is this for? I think what you are wearing sounds just PERFECT!
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| Posted 7/13/09 3:39 PM |
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Teachergal
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
I teach in a top LI district and although we dress casually during the school day, I know for a fact that the teachers and administrators expect conservative dressing during interviews. They are definitely looking for it, so I'd go with light, sheer pantyhose.
Good luck with your interview!
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| Posted 7/13/09 3:42 PM |
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mrswask
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
I would dress conservatively. Doesn't matter how people within the district dress, you are on an interview. I would wear closed toe shoes and stockings - I always did - even if interviews were in the summer.
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| Posted 7/13/09 4:39 PM |
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donegal419
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
Posted by Teachergal
I teach in a top LI district and although we dress casually during the school day, I know for a fact that the teachers and administrators expect conservative dressing during interviews. They are definitely looking for it, so I'd go with light, sheer pantyhose.
Good luck with your interview!
ITA!
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| Posted 7/14/09 8:19 AM |
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CAMCaps
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
I would wear pantyhose.
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| Posted 7/14/09 8:59 AM |
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TheDivineMrsM
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
Thanks everybody!
Interview was ok. I was a little nervous, and I could hear it in my voice. But I knew my stuff, and hopefully that came across, too.
They said I should hear something this week... we shall see.
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| Posted 7/14/09 11:11 AM |
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PennyCat
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
Wow congrats!
I got my job last summer on July 17th.... so hopefully this year July 17th will be YOUR day!!!
Sending you employment dust!!! 
ETA: We share an anniversary.... so this theory is entirely possible!!  
Message edited 7/14/2009 12:12:15 PM.
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| Posted 7/14/09 12:11 PM |
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CAMCaps
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Re: Interview shoe dilema - need answers ASAP
Rachel - Best of Luck!! I will keep my fingers crossed for you.
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| Posted 7/14/09 7:17 PM |
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