Oscar Barajas on Supporting Young Talent Through Their First Big Interview

At This Time ... we’re diving into the world of high-stakes hiring with Oscar Barajas, Director of Talent and Partnerships at Teach for America Los Angeles. Oscar shares what it’s like to help hundreds of aspiring educators—many landing their very first job—get classroom-ready. From coaching nervous candidates through demo lessons to spotting generational shifts in how people communicate, this episode’s full of real talk on teacher prep, growth mindsets, and finding your "teacher voice." If you’ve ever considered teaching or want to know what it takes to hire for impact, this one’s for you.

Host: Eric DeSobe; IG: / edesobe

Guest: Oscar Barajas; add him on LinkedIn

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