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More than 130 school districts are on the lookout to meet prospective candidates during Eastern Michigan University's annual Teacher Job Fair at the Convocation Center on Friday, April 7. MLive file photo

YPSILANTI, MI - More than 130 school districts are looking to meet prospective candidates during Eastern Michigan University's annual Teacher Job Fair at the Convocation Center on Friday, April 7.

This is the 31st year the University Advising and Career Development Center is hosting the event, which will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the EMU Convocation Center, 799 N. Hewitt Road in Ypsilanti. Doors open for candidates at 8 a.m. for check-in and registration and the event begins at 9 am. In order to attend, candidates should be eligible to teach by August 2017.

"This will be the 31st year EMU has hosted this job fair," Barbara J. Jones, senior corporate relations manager in the EMU University Advising and Career Development Center said, in a news release. "It is well known to recruiters throughout the country who seek highly trained and qualified teachers. My message to teacher candidates is: Come and meet hiring officials who may make a major difference in your future!"

There is no cost to attend the fair. Candidates are encouraged to dress professionally and bring multiple copies of their resume. For more information call 734-487-0400.