Headmistress

Demonstrate your knowledge and application of the range of instructional materials and aids available to teachers. Discuss how you determine which resources to use and elaborate on how they have been useful in facilitating learning. Support your answer with specific examples of lessons you have conducted.

Teachers have to keep up with a continually evolving curriculum. It is essential to demonstrate a willingness and ability to keep current on your subject area in order to provide high quality instruction. Research indicates a strong positive connection between a teacher's preparation in their subject matter and their performance and impact in the classroom. Cite specific examples of resources you have used to update and expand your subject knowledge such as subscriptions to relevant publications, attending seminars and on-line research.

Expect teaching interview questions that center on state, local or national standards. Show a clear understanding of the relevant state and national standards and highlight that you adhere to these standards. Your lesson plans in your teacher portfolio should have the state standards indicated on them.

Prepare for teaching interview questions about classroom management and discipline and your ability to effectively manage student relationships and parent contact.

Expect teacher job interview questions that explore your personal motivation and personal qualities for a teaching position.

Teaching interview questions like this require an honest self-assessment in identifying your strengths. Show a clear understanding of the curriculum and explain why you have identified the particular areas as your strengths. Acknowledge areas that you want to improve on and discuss the steps you are taking to do this.

Your answer to teaching questions about technology should demonstrate your understanding that technology integration is about incorporating easy-to-use tools and program features into your lesson plans and activities to enhance learning. It is a practical way to teach students that computer skills are important for more than just social media or playing games.

► What relevant experience do you have?

► Which subjects did you enjoy during your qualifying degree?

► What would make you happy in a job?

► How do you think you can make a contribution to this company?

► What attracted you to this company?

► Have you been absent from work more than a few days in any previous position?

► Tell me about the most boring job you've ever had.

► What kind of things come most naturally to you? Describe your biggest success.

► Why do you want to change jobs?

► How much money do you need to make?

► What are your pet peeves?

► What major problem have you encountered and how did you deal with it?

► What you have learned ever since you were born?

► What job have you held that is the least relevant to the job you are applying for?

► Give me an example of when you have failed and how you responded.

► What gives you the most satisfaction during free/vacation time?

► What do you see as your primary qualifications for this job?

► What future training do you plan in connection with your career goals?

► What two or three things are most important to you in a position?

► Examples of strategic thinking in past situations.

► What motivates you to do your best on the job?

► Tell about a problem that you solved in a unique or unusual way.

► How do you make your decisions in general?

► Describe a decision you made that was unpopular and how you handled implementing it.

► Give an example of when you had to present complex information in a simplified manner.

► Give an example of how you worked as Headmistress on team.

► What are three positive things your last boss would say about you?

► What are your expectations regarding promotions and salary increases?

► Tell me about an important goal that you set in the past.

► Tell me about a difficult experience you had in working.

► What was the most complex assignment you have had?

► What skills did you learn at your last job that you can use here?

► What is the most creative work-related project you've been involved in?

► Why did you contact me?

► What would you consider a conducive job atmosphere?

► What do you do to deal with stress?

► What do you hope to gain from working here?

► What sports do you play?

► How well has your university prepared you for teaching?

► What was the most useful college course you have taken?

► What is the most important thing you learned from your cooperating teacher?

► What was the most important thing you learned from your overall student teaching experience?

► Describe your student teaching experience.

► Can you describe your ideal employer to me?

► What motivates you in a job and in personal life?

► What has been the most rewarding university experience?

► If you could start your professional life again, what would you do differently?

► Why haven't you obtained or accepted a job so far?

► Why are you looking for a new job?

► Why did you leave that job?

► Describe some ideas that were implemented.

► What do you do when your schedule is interrupted? How you handle it.

► How do you stimulate the sharing of further information?

► Do you have the qualities and skills necessary to Headmistress?

► How have you changed in the last five years?

► How do you let subordinates know what you expect of them?

► What irritates you about other people?

► Who has impacted you most in your career and how?

► What do you consider your most significant accomplishment?

► What do you see yourself doing within the first days of this job?

► What three character traits would your friends use to describe you?

► Describe a time you were faced with stresses which tested your skills.

Think of at least two reasons this job is a good match for your skills, strengths, experience and background. If you don't know the answer, just be frank and tell them that.

Be very thoughtful about your answer.

► What is your classroom management plan and what do you hope to accomplish with it?

► What does a model classroom look like to you?

► How do you avoid misbehavior altogether?

► What was the most difficult child you have ever dealt with?

► Would you create a behavior modification plan for ongoing misbehavior?

► What is the most challenging behavioral situation you have ever dealt with? How did you react?

► What are your classroom rules?

► What do you believe are your key strengths?

► Tell me about a time when you successfully handled a situation?

► List five words that describe your character.

► Your greatest weakness in school or at work?

► When was the last time you were in a crises?

The interviewer is looking for an answer that indicates you've thought about where you want to work. Your answer will affect the rest of the interview.

Make sure to tell the interviewer about the positive results your actions produced.