interview with teacher in Hindi of 10 questions
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Tips for answering interview questions
Structuring your responses to interview questions using the STAR method will ensure you're getting your point across:
Situation - give context for your anecdote
Task - explain what you were asked to do
Activity - describe what you did
Result - explain how the situation played out.
Keep your answers concise. Describe your maximum achievement in the minimum time, and be sure to finish on a positive note so your interviewers are left with a strong overall impression of you.
Personalise your answers. Do your research on the school and visit if you possibly can. Talk to anyone you know who works, trains or studies there, and find out what you can online about their curriculum, academics, recent Ofsted report, catchment area and specialisms.
Mention at least some of your findings in your answers to show your genuine enthusiasm in them as a school or organisation. This will help your answers stand out.
Ask someone you know to give you a mock interview as practice, such as a friend, tutor, teacher or careers adviser.
Why do you want to be a teacher?
You need to demonstrate that teaching is your first choice, not a plan B. Talk about your motivation and emphasise your passion for teaching. Provide good examples from your time in school and the specific teaching elements that you find satisfying. Avoid broad responses such as 'I have always wanted to be a teacher'.
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Why do you want to work in our school?
Often one of the first questions in most teaching interviews, preparation is vital to successfully answer this question. Think about why you would be a good fit to work or study in the school you're interviewing at. Talk about why you're interested in their school specifically, mentioning what you know about its ethos, values, demographics, educational goals and objectives, initiatives, or extracurricular activities.
How will you manage challenges at work?
Interviewers want to hear that you're aware of the challenges in your PGCE, teacher training or NQT year and have the stamina and dedication to cope. Perhaps describe how you successfully managed a demanding situation. This could be your experience of studying and working at the same time - experience of preparing lessons and managing a teaching caseload would be especially relevant.
What experience do you have in schools?
Look beforehand at the experience the school is asking for and emphasise where you have it. Your interview is where you can give more evidence to support your CV and application. Draw on your past experience of working or observing in a school. Describe the school and reflect on what you learned, as well as what most interested or surprised you. Experience in other settings and with different age ranges than those you're applying to teach in, such as nurseries, youth clubs or play schemes, is also relevant.
What are the core skills and qualities that pupils look for in teachers?
Match the skills you have with those you know the school are looking for, as outlined in the job description or person specification. Key skills looked for in teaching interviews include:
passion for teaching/the subject
good communication and organisation
critical thinking
patience
sense of humour
ability to communicate new ideas and concepts
liking young people.
Draw attention to your assets, however obvious some of the points on this list might seem, by giving examples of when you've successfully demonstrated them.
What qualities do you have which would make you an effective teacher?
Reflect on a teacher you liked at school, university, or have worked with in the classroom. Analyse the qualities that made them successful - these might include:
enthusiasm
pace
resilience
subject knowledge
a range of teaching methods
an ability to hold the attention of the class
empathy
encouraging children to think rather than being told.
Tell your interviewers about the qualities you have which they're looking for. This isn't the time to be modest - talk positively about your achievements, thinking carefully about the words you use. For example, use the term assertive as opposed to bossy, or calm instead of laidback.
Focus on what you'll bring to their school and how your skills will benefit them.
Safeguarding and equal opportunities
In any teaching interview there is a question about safeguarding, which may take the form of any of the following:
What is a teacher's responsibility in keeping children safe?
Tell us how you dealt with a safeguarding issue in school.
What would you do if a child disclosed a personal issue?
Prepare for this by reading a safeguarding policy - preferably for the school you're applying to or the school you're at.
You're also likely to be asked a question about equal opportunities, such as:
What does the term 'equal opportunities' mean to you?
How would you approach teaching a class of mixed-ability pupils?
What is your motivation for working in special education?