The Complete Guide to Teacher Interview Success, Student Teaching Excellence, and Landing Your Dream Teaching Job
Are you struggling with edTPA preparation, nervous about teacher interviews, or worried about succeeding during student teaching?
Road to Teaching eliminates the guesswork with step-by-step strategies that have helped thousands of teacher candidates land their dream jobs.
Written by Dr. Eric Hougan, a teacher preparation professor with 20+ years of experience, this comprehensive guide covers everything from mastering your student teaching experience to answering the toughest interview questions with confidence.
What Readers Are Saying
“Road to Teaching by Dr. Eric Hougan was a game-changer in my journey to becoming an educator. Now that I’m thriving in my teaching career, I can look back and truly appreciate how impactful this book was in shaping my mindset and preparing me for the realities of the classroom.”
“It’s not just a book; it’s a companion for those serious about making a difference through education.”
— Alex Castro-Wilson, Educator
“Amazing read!! The author is a college professor who teaches people to be teachers! This book is for ANYONE in any phase of becoming a teacher. You learn what steps are required including what to expect in college, how to succeed in student teaching, and how to find a job after you graduate!! I only wish I knew about this book sooner. As a recent college graduate, this book is a great help for aspiring teachers at any level.”
— Abner, New Teacher
“As the Director of Human Resources for a midsize school district in Oregon, I highly recommend this book to any aspiring teacher.”
“Dr. Hougan’s book thoughtfully bridges the critical gap between graduation and employment, offering practical guidance for those entering the education workforce.”
— William Ruehle, HR Director
Master These Three Critical Areas Every Teacher Candidate Struggles With
Get specific, actionable strategies that work in real classrooms
edTPA Success Strategies
Learn the insider techniques that help teacher candidates pass edTPA on their first attempt. Get specific frameworks for planning, instruction, and assessment that evaluators want to see.
- Step-by-step planning templates
- Video recording best practices
- Assessment rubric breakdown
- Common mistakes to avoid
Student Teaching Excellence
Transform your practicum from a survival experience into a launching pad for your career. Discover how to build relationships, manage classrooms, and document your impact on student learning.
- 18 proven success strategies
- Relationship building techniques
- Professional growth planning
- Portfolio development guide
Teacher Interview Mastery
Access 100+ actual interview questions with sample responses, research strategies for each school, and frameworks that help you stand out from other candidates.
- 100+ real interview questions
- Proven response frameworks
- School research strategies
- Confidence-building techniques
Meet the Author
Dr. Eric Hougan is a professor, mentor, and author dedicated to guiding aspiring teachers through their journey into the classroom. With over 20 years of experience in education, Eric combines research-based strategies with real-world insights to empower future educators.
Through his book, Road to Teaching, and this website, he provides practical tools, interview prep, and teaching tips to help new teachers thrive and confidently start their careers.