Melanie Smith

At a former employer, we would have instructors conduct a "teach-back demonstration.  Much like the what was cover in this lesson. The candidate would have a presentation for 10-15 minutes and faculty from the campus would be present to rate the teach-back.  It was another layer of the interview process which helped in final decision of candidates.

You should not rely on just one area for recruitment.  Talking to current staff and faculty is a great way to network also.

I never thought of using an incumbent along with an observation to gain a sense of what makes a good instructors.  If you have owrked in education for a period of time, you may have experienced a "good" hire and a "bad" hire.  The KSAO's are a great way to incorporate during the interviewing process.

Reply to Regina Bush's post:  Regina,  Have you used a comprehensive orientation for new newly hired faculty?  If so, what is working?  Is is the conversations with them that helps!