It's natural for people to get nervous before and during a big interview. Sure, you know you're a good teacher. You've graduated from college with a teaching degree and you've worked with students in the past. So, WHY are you nervous? It's those pesky little questions, isn't it? If you're like most people, you're probably afraid they'll ask you a difficult ...

From Teaching Editor: Interviewing for a teaching job can be the most important step in getting an offer and getting hired. In addition to these 100 questions, don't forget to check The Ultimate Interview Guide, free for members of Teaching. [gate] • 8 Most Popular Teaching Interview Questions & Answers • Interview Questions for Every Grade and Subject • Teacher Interview ...

Are you nervous about your next interview for a teaching job? Don't be! Just remember these 10 secrets to a perfect interview! h4. 1. Have a teaching portfolio that is filled with lesson plans and student work samples. I know it takes a great deal of time to assemble a teaching portfolio, but your hard work will pay off. Instead of ...

If you are preparing for an interview in the field of education, you know that teaching interviews can be comprehensive and vary different from interviews in the corporate world. In order to make a good impression on the school where you've applied, you'll want to do your homework. We've compiled articles written specifically to help teachers in the interview process. 100 ...

This is the culmination of several years of hard work. You've finished college. You're done with your student teaching and you've passed all of your teacher certification examinations. The applications, resumes, and cover letters have been sent out to every local school district. All you can do now is sit around the house and wait for the phone to ring, right? ...

As you are aware, our staff has the privilege of working closely with many administrators, creating powerful documents that ensure they get the job they deserve, and also helping them prepare for interviews. During our conversations, we always make an extra effort to find out vital information about both what administrators look for when interviewing teacher candidates and what turns them ...

Suppose your hard work and long hours of re-working your resume and cover letter have finally paid-off. Tomorrow is the "BIG" interview. Now your nervousness has set in and you're not sure what you'll say. No need to lose your nerve; I've put together great tips that will help you ease those interview jitters. Read on. Keep in mind, the interview ...

Part 3 in a Four-Part Series [photo:59028] h4. QUESTION: Tell me about a time when you faced a major obstacle at work. Intent: Similar to the proudest achievement question, this is a behavioral interview question focused on an event. In this case, the interviewer is interested in your ability to overcome a major hurdle. Context: Pick an example that illustrates a ...

Part 4 in a Four-Part Series [photo:59031] h4. QUESTION: Tell me about an assignment that was too difficult for you. How did you resolve the issue? Intent: The intent can be varied. The interviewer may be interested not only in your ability to respond to a challenge but also in how you respond. Or he may want to know how you ...

From the Editor: Interviews are a big part of landing a teaching job. Principals and interview teams of teachers across the country ask similar questions, but how should you really answer? An expert shares these eight popular questions and answers so you can prepare to shine in your interview and land the teaching job you want. Question 1: What are your ...

Every interview has a unique focus, but some questions are asked so often, it makes sense to do all you can to prepare for them. In order to be successful, you need a strategy – not scripted answers. Your goal should be to emphasize the experiences in your background that best fit what each interviewer is looking for. In this series, ...

From Teaching Editor: If you're are preparing to interview for a teaching job, this massive interview list is something you must review before you set foot in your potential school. One of Teaching's featured writers, Eric Hougan, author of Road to Teaching has covered all grades and subjects here. Use his research to help you put your best foot forward in ...

Yesterday, I accepted a job as a third grade teaching assistant at a wonderful San Francisco K-8 school. It feels incredible to have something lined up for next year and to have made my first step forward into a chosen career. However, as described in my last column, I only arrived at it after a long and looping walk, which had ...

The use of teaching keywords in resumes and interviews started several years ago, and their use by job applicants is increasing. In fact, most schools are placing a significant degree of importance on teaching resume keywords before short-listing a candidate for an interview. When candidates use keywords, they stand a good chance of getting selected. h4. *What are teaching keywords?* Simply ...

In preparing for a job interview, you've probably practiced a firm (but not too firm) handshake, rehearsed answers to tough questions about your background, and polished up your lucky interview shoes. But many job hunters overlook a crucial part of the interview process: the very end. As you finish an interview, you have one last chance to sell the interviewer on ...

Wondering which questions you'll be asked during your job interview? You should expect the usual ones, such as "Where do you see yourself in five years?" and "What's your greatest weakness?" But then there are more colorful questions, such as "What animal best describes you?" and "If you were stranded on a desert island, what three items would you want to ...

Interviewing for a job in education, especially if you're new to the field of education altogether, can be a bit tricky. The process for interviewing is much different than in the corporate world. The approach you take and the answers you prepare should reflect your readiness for an education job. These fourteen questions and answers can help you think through your ...

Preparing for an interview is probably the most overlooked phase of securing a new job position. Everyone thinks it is easy until they enter an interview room in front of a panel 
of educators who are judging every move and every word. Then, reality sinks in! The panel might include the superintendent of the school district, school principals, teachers, and parents, ...

We’ve all been in interviews when it seems like all the interviewer wants to do is trip you up. It’s like everything you say is somehow misinterpreted to mean something completely different. How can you diffuse such an uncomfortable situation? First, understand that the interviewer’s hostility is probably not about you. Most likely, the interviewer started his day off by arguing ...

Savvy job seekers know how important choosing the right words is when we communicate with prospective employers --but what about nonverbal communication? "You could be saying how great you are," says image consultant and "Hello Job! How to Psych Up, Suit Up, & Show Up" author Alison Craig, "but your body could be giving your true feelings away." Mark Bowden, the ...