Teacher Interviews

Just as you expect your students to be prepared for the tests you give, you can study for your interview. Look on line for questions you can expect. You should have a rehearsed answer for all of them!

That sounds like a lot of work, but the reward will be the feeling of confidence in the interview. If you want more focused information, you should go to www.teacherjobinterview.info for the exact information you need. That makes the homework a whole lot easier!

It may not be realistic to prepare for ALL of the questions you find on the internet. So, pick out the ones you think are most relevant. Then, answer them.

Think about your answers. Then, go through the questions again. Did your answers feel a little more natural the second time? Good! You'll appear more relaxed at the interview the more you rehearse.

Find a friend and get them to ask the questions. Ask them to give you honest feedback on your answers. Don't challenge your friend's feedback. Even if you don't agree or if you don't think they understand the situation, listen to what they have to say. The person interviewing you may not act exactly how you expect.

You did so much research that you could probably tell THEM a thing or two about their school. So, you politely respond that you have no questions, thank you.

Big mistake!

Even if you think you know all you need to know about the school, you can still have questions about the way things are.

• What is the teacher turnover rate? And, why do the teachers leave?



• What are you most proud of at this school?



• When should I expect my first raise? (OK, maybe you should leave that one out!)

When you do your research, look for ways that the school can benefit from your strengths as a teacher. Have questions about those subjects ready!