Interview questions (2008)

[Rebel1]

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Rebel1
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[Rebel1]

There's nothing wrong with saying a positive reply lilmisses1014. What I meant is don't cut down your last BOSS. I have found out from a lot of the teachers I talk that they wish that their Bosses would thank them more. (Good luck on that.) I have come to realize that the PAYCHECK is A GOOD ENOUGH "THANK YOU" in the eyes of most Bosses SO I just do my thing and remember that my main concern is that I am making a "POSITIVE DIFFERENCE" in my students' lives and helping them become future productive citizens and TEAM PLAYERS.
Rebel1
"WE LIVE TO TEACH ANOTHER DAY...
so LIVE EACH DAY LIKE IT'S YOUR LAST!"

[lilmisses1014]

Originally Posted by Rebel1

There's nothing wrong with saying a positive reply lilmisses1014. What I meant is don't cut down your last BOSS. I have found out from a lot of the teachers I talk that they wish that their Bosses would thank them more. (Good luck on that.) I have come to realize that the PAYCHECK is A GOOD ENOUGH "THANK YOU" in the eyes of most Bosses SO I just do my thing and remember that my main concern is that I am making a "POSITIVE DIFFERENCE" in my students' lives and helping them become future productive citizens and TEAM PLAYERS.
Rebel1
"WE LIVE TO TEACH ANOTHER DAY...
so LIVE EACH DAY LIKE IT'S YOUR LAST!"

OH, I'd never cut down a boss in an interview. The principal where I student taught was awful; she hated her job, hated the students, and treated the teachers (with a couple of exceptions) like crap. There were a few of us ST in the building and she never bothered to introduce herself to us or learn our names. However, I would never say that in an interview. Fortunately, that question never came up for me.

My principal at my old school couldn't thank her teachers enough. Always offering praise and encouragement; there was no room for cattiness or negativity.

[jennyjenjen]

What techniques will you use to connect students’ prior knowledge, life experience, and interests with learning goals?

How will you create a classroom environment that engages all students in purposeful learning activities and encourages constructive classroom interactions?

[appl4tchr]

Here are some interview questions I had today. It went well, so I'm hoping today was my lucky day!

1.Describe you would approach the teaching of Literature and language Arts.


2. Full inclusion is part of the educational environment. How would you meet the needs of a full inclusion child and design a program?

3. What would you expect your students to have gained after having you as a teacher?

4. If you were assigned to teach a combination class what would you do to ensure that all the students in the class met their grade level standard of achievement?

5. We have many bilingual and at risk students in our schools. What will you do to make sure that these kids are successful.

6. Describe your classroom management plan.

[doubletrouble]

Originally Posted by rookieABC123

How would you answer this one.....

What is the number 1 factor that contributes to student success?

This one was had me stumped

I uttered the teacher....and couldn't elaborate...I'm really starting to hate interviews.........

I think it would be if the students are engaged in lesson/ activity.

[TamiJ]

I just had an interview. Some of things I was asked were:

Many people today say that kids just aren't motivated and don't want to learn. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

What would you do if you notice a student openly cheating on a test?

You have a student whose performance in your class is less than idea. His or her parent comes up to you to gloat how well their child does at home. How would you respond to this?

How important is student behaviour?

These are the only ones that currently stick out. I will try to remember more later.

[Master Pre-K]

Originally Posted by jennyjenjen

What techniques will you use to connect students’ prior knowledge, life experience, and interests
with learning goals?

Prior knowledge is part of my teaching strategy. I would build upon what we had previously learned, and ask my students open-ended questions to get an idea of their interests. From there, I would encourage the students to give input based on their interests, and redirect the discussion back to my learning goals.
How will you create a classroom environment that engages all students in purposeful learning activities and encourages constructive classroom interactions?

My classroom would be filled with student work, current events, school notices, and information regarding the community. I would make sure each and every student is able to give their input on our subject matter. I will constantly revamp my lessons to make them meaningful and engaging.

[Master Pre-K]

Originally Posted by TamiJ

I just had an interview. Some of things I was asked were:

Many people today say that kids just aren't motivated and don't want to learn. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

I neither agree nor disagree. I think all students are individuals, and as such, have different degrees of motivation.

What would you do if you notice a student openly cheating on a test?

I would ask the student to come up to my desk. I would ask them what they were doing. I would maintain direct eye contact. If they were honest, I would say, that this is not acceptable, and let them know I am informing their parents, and they must make up the test at a later date.

If they were dishonest, I would say, I would like to give you another test at a later date, because this test is too easy for you. Then, I would note in my files exact what I saw. I would give the student an oral exam. If they did well, I would tell them I was proud, but I was not proud of what they did during the first test. I would let them know if this happens again, I will tell their parents.

If they did not do well, I would tell them that I saw them cheating, and this is why they need to work harder, and practice their work. I would also inform them that I plan to tell their parents, and it all cases, I would tell them that I do not expect to see this happen again.

You have a student whose performance in your class is less than idea. His or her parent comes up to you to gloat how well their child does at home. How would you respond to this?

This is a fight I would not bother to have. It is easier to let the parent see the results of the report card. Unless you have something on paper, trying to prove to this parent that their precious one is not so precious is a waste... IMO.

How important is student behaviour?

Behavior is important to everyone. Attitude affects altitude.

These are the only ones that currently stick out. I will try to remember more later.

I think the first and next to last were trick questions.

[McKennaL]

Originally Posted by TeacherShelly

"List and describe two (2) core teaching strategies you most utilized in your classroom."

Think-Pair-Share is a core strategy I use. By asking students to think about their answer (or experience, or advice), then discuss it briefly with their "elbow buddy" in the circle, and then share with the whole class, they have the opportunity to organize their thoughts, practice communication, and learn from their peers.

Literacy across the curriculum is another strategy I use. Starting with a print-rich classroom, I use reading, writing, or literature - fiction, non-fiction, every genre - to deepen understanding of any subject. For example, when teaching children how to group and regroup numbers, we will do and then write our own word problems based on the interests of the class.

EXCELLENT ANSWERS!!