► Do research on the internet to discover all you can about the school, school district and community: characteristics of the student population and faculty, size of the district, mission statement, upcoming initiatives, discipline plan, etc. Prepare to incorporate what you learned into your answers during the interview.

► If you know someone on staff or a child who attends the school, ask them questions that are not covered on the website. Also, find out as much as you can about the interviewer(s).

► Call the school and ask to receive a student or school handbook to review.

► Ask the secretary or personnel official what format the interview will follow and the number of interviewers.

► If feasible, ride by the school to note its location, surroundings, appearance and other characteristics.