This link will take you to an interviewing website called Interviewstream. There is a whole section for education and questions that will be potentially asked in an interview. The goal is to become comfortable in the interview process, not to memorize responses. You will need:
a web cam
a quiet location
a comfortable chair that lends toward good posture
this link
http://uc.interviewstream.com/home/ Once you sign in you may choose the basic interview to warm up, and as you become more comfortable move on to the Education questions. If you are still taking classes, use the questions to recognize the things that employers will want to know and learn how to best answer those things through your education.
There are many Tough Topics for Teachers and Other Questions Asked in Interviews that you may want to practice and consider while you finish your classes and internships as well. Pay special attention to these areas so you are ready when you are in the interview.
Have fun!
Successful Phone Interviews
Uploaded from GraduateCoach on Dec 10, 2010/ CDC August 2012
Many employers have begun conducting the first interview over the telephone. Often telephone interviews are used to separate the "maybe's" from the "definitely-not's"! Graduate Coach TV shares some tips on how not to get caught out and to do well at your next telephone interview... 1) Use a landline if possible, not a mobile (not said in the video... mobiles may cut out "can you hear me now?" isn't funny when you are in an interview. Batteries die mid conversation. Others can listen in on a scanner so personal information should never be given over an unsecured line) 2) Find a quiet place, sit down (don't pace). 3) Prepare! Have your notes on the school in front of you so you can answer questions about what you know about the school, the district... you should always do research on the schools you are considering. Know their scores. Know their demographic. Also, have a copy of the resume and cover letter you sent them so that you can follow along with where the recruiter is on the page. 4) Take notes. Be able to go back to anything that was said that you need to ask questions about. 5) Be comfortable. Sit in a chair at a table, or stand, if you prefer, at a counter where you can look at your notes and take notes comfortably. 6) SMILE! a smile can be "felt/ heard" over the line and the recruiter will smile with you!
How to Ace a Job Interview. Denise Richardson interviews Maggie Mistal, Career Consultant. Interviews can be very stressful. You really want the position but to appear too eager can imply that you just really need A JOB! To appear too relaxed may imply that you just don't care. This interview covers some of the more difficult situations you could find yourself in. 1) The first suggestion is Smile! make them as at ease as you would like to be. Interviews are evaluative conversations. They can be nerve wracking for both parties. 2) If you are interviewing after years of experience you need to focus on the positive. Why are you moving on...an answer like "I really need to be in a place where I can be managed or developed" can tell the recruiter that you are looking for more opportunity than what was available to you in your previous school. Focus on the things you are looking to get opposed to those things that you do not currently have in your position. 3) Some people go into an interview on the defensive because they really need a job. Be honest about what you are seeking. Look for a place to contribute. Address concerns with positive ways that will overcome their objections. Give situations not just answers. 4) Use your references. 5) How much money are you expecting? Education salaries are generally published information. There is rarely an opportunity to negotiate salary in education.
The final word on Interviewing is ...Smile, be yourself, focus on the positives, never bring up salary until they bring it into the conversation. You should have realistic expectations after doing your research.