Interview Questions - Part 2
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What methods would you use for classroom management?
I have been studying classroom management strategies and methods of
Harry Wong and Fred Jones. I have been covering traditional direct
teaching methods and learner-centered methods for a well facilitated
classroom.
Are parent-teacher conferences important? Why?
The relationship between the classroom teacher and the parents of
the children must be a team effort. Informing parents and giving
them ways to work with their children through real-world experiences
at home is vital.
How would you work with students who perform below grade level,
especially those from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds or
who have little family support?
All children need a safe environment for learning to occur…make sure
they have prior knowledge before new concepts are introduced.
Continue working with the family for added support before and after
school. Be aware of the cultural background that might affect their
learning.
Why did you enter the field of teaching?
I love being able to make a difference in a person’s life…and I
think helping kids have curiosity, imagination, creativity, and
wonder is most important.
What are your career goals five years from now?
I would like to add several certifications like Gifted and Talented,
ESL, and Technology Applications so I move into an Instructional
Specialist position.
What is your teaching strategy to prepare your students for the TAKS
test?
To teach to the TEKS because they are written at a higher process
and thinking level. Also I would use the districts practice material
that is suitable for my group of children.
Describe your ideal classroom environment.
The children are actively involved in the TEKS-based curriculum…the
teacher is facilitating a small reading group while other groups are
working at various stations like the technology station, writing
station, and listening center.
Why should our school district hire you? What attributes sets you
apart from other applicants?
You should hire me because I am a life-long learner that is excited
in becoming a master teacher. I have the desire to help children
reach their potential. I also bring real-world experiences that will
enrich the classroom. I am looking forward to working with a team to
promote the best instructional practices that promote learning.
How do you incorporate your teaching philosophy into your daily
instruction?
Always thinking how to make my classroom more inviting for active
learners. Design units of study that have a real-world connection
that would provide the children with an audience and a purpose.
What techniques will you utilize during a lesson to keep your
students interested?
I would change activities according to the age level….and I would
get the students actively involved in the learning process. Some
students are visual, some are auditory, while some are tactile so
lessons should have a combinations of the three learning styles.
How would you individualize classroom instruction for students?
Students with learning disabilities?
All classrooms need to be differentiated in content delivery….peer
tutoring could be helpful. Be aware of the modification that would
assist the students with learning disabilities.
How would you challenge the slow learner and the advanced learner
within the same class?
I would involve technology because both are digital children….let
them work on something of interest and the motivation within will
occur.
How would you handle discipline in the classroom?
First of all the students need to know the procedures and routines
needed in a learning environment. The children need to be involved
with the creation of the classroom rules so they will take
ownership.
What would a person see if they were to walk into your classroom
during class?
I would display several different teaching styles during the
instructional day...some of the time would be direct teaching
especially for new concepts, some of the time it would be student
centered where they are rotating through stations, and some would be
independent work at their seats.
How would you handle a child who will not do his/her work?
Try to determine why this is occurring....and then act accordingly.
It is always important to involve the parents early in the year so
these types of problems can be address quickly.
Given that you have to teach a topic (such as fractions), how would
you proceed with teaching that lesson?
Make sure that the students have the prior knowledge necessary to
complete the lesson successfully and then build a progression of the
concept. Kids need concrete models that they can get their hands on
so connections can be made.
What are your thoughts concerning working with a team to teach your
subject matter, and how would you feel about leading that team from
time to time?
I would welcome the team approach because the planning process can
be a divide and conquer type of situation. If everyone worked on a
different station or hands-on activity then the individual teacher
would have many different learning activities before entering a new
topic of study. I feel I would be able to lead the planning process
after learning from the master teachers on the team.
What do you know about "at risk" children?
That they need extra attention...all children can learn so they just
need to work with thinking and questioning skills. They should stay
in the classroom instead of a pull out program so they can have
continuity with the teacher and can participate in peer tutoring.
Would you be willing to tutor before and after school?
Yes, anytime!
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