Interview Tips for Teachers | That Teacher Life Ep 34

[@JasmineAvril]

I just wanted to say that I followed these tips and got my first teaching job today. Teaching 4th Grade ELA & Social Studies!! Thank you! ❤️🥳

[@JB-gt5ws]

Congrats!!

[@loganfitzy2904]

Congrats!

[@victorianabual8255]

I interviewed for three teaching positions and got a call back from 3 out of 3, each offering me a position. Thank you so much for all of the information, tips, and material!

[@RickyandGandi]

💪🏽

[@kendalmoses9228]

7:20 is where the tips come in. Everything she said before was really great as well but if you’re looking for the tips, this is where it starts

[@jennifferromagno1613]

Michelle, I can't thank you enough for this video. I got a call late Tuesday afternoon for an interview on Thursday (yesterday). I went nuts trying to find tips online and stumbled to this video. I got a job offer this afternoon!!! I wholeheartedly it was because of the tips in this video!!! Between this and the recorded phone interview, I think you gave me the confidence booster i needed. You'll forever be part of this experience and I can't thank you enough!!

[@rash2882]

Jenniffer Romagno congratulations.. Also lhave interview next week

[@LunaStrella1]

I am so happy to have come across your channel! You have a wealth of knowledge to share and it is much appreciated! I have my first interview tomorrow and am definitely planning on incorporating many of your tips! Thank you, thank you, thank you for taking the time to share and being open to fellow educators via KZbin! Stay blessed!! :}

[@britniw5427]

I have to say that you are the most detailed teacher vlogger on KZbin! Keep up the great work!

[@leslibartlett-roker886]

She's amazing!

[@MayraCalderonMariposaLove]

I had an interview at a daycare this week and while I was speaking I could tell the director was not really paying attention to me. She kept on looking at her shoes and seemed bored. After the interview she walked me around the rooms. She put the tablet of paper under her arm and I was able to see what she wrote about me. It said "not qualified for preschool" before the interview I felt it in my heart that it wasn't for me, but I still went to the interview because the lady who arranged it is very respectful and helpful. Thank you for your videos

[@melissaharrington4233]

I was a nervous wreck to go on my interviews, but your videos and resources were so helpful! I got offered a job at every school I interviewed at. Thank you so much.

[@rebeccascott6268]

My first interview I really bombed but I am now watching all your great videos and will definitely be prepared next time.

[@nae1427]

Rebecca Scott Hi Rebecca, I have an interview next Friday. What was your experience like?

[@PuttingFourthEffort]

this makes me feel like i was so slack when it came to my interviews! my first interview i did have questions prepared, and surprisingly answered all of the questions well. I was offered the job on the spot, but told them i had to think about it because i really wanted to teach at the school i interned at. luckily, a spot finally opened up and i had the most relaxed, quick interview ever because they were just doing it for protocol. north carolina is definitely a lot different than northern schools though!

[@laurie2508]

Once again, thank you. I studied your answers, I practiced in my own words and used it in the last two interviews. No hire yet, but confident with my answers. My answers are getting much, much better - just need to make the much shorter. You are wonderful!

[@madison9448]

I got hired at the first school I interviewed at a few days before my college graduation! I didn't have my heart set on any school in particular, but this is one definitely stood out to me. I just want to throw it out there that not all first interviews will go badly!! I had a great first interview experience and I felt very comfortable and prepared.

[@nicolechilders3312]

so you were hired without a teacher license

[@madison9448]

@@nicolechilders3312 My license was being processed at the time of my interview. I graduated college with a 4.0 and almost perfect scores for all my Teacher Education Program exit exams (those tests are different in each state), so the school felt comfortable and assured hiring me.

[@nataliebullinger8330]

This video was so informative and helpful! I just bombed my first interview and I was devastated. This is going to help me so much in the future!! Thank you!!!

[@saintgirl]

As a private school teacher who grew up in public school, I am bewildered by your comment about working at a private school.

[@upbeatcreativeteacher4850]

Thank you so much for your tips. I had my first interviews today since graduating. The folder with my cover letter, resume, and recommendation letters to hand to the principal seemed to really impress the principals I interviewed with today. Thanks again!

[@MrBlade0012]

OMG thank you for your video! I had my first teaching interview yesterday and totally bombed it. I walked out knowing that I'm not going to get the job too, and yup I got a call today that they are going with another candidate.

[@MrBlade0012]

I used my teaching portfolio during my second and third interviews and got offered a job after two days. Thank you so much! I still have 3 more interviews.

[@authordeborahjeanwhite6188]

Your KZbin videos have just gone up by 100 notches!!! Excellent. I look forward to each one!!!!!!

[@bethanybrown2022]

I have a phone interview in half an hour for a toddler teacher and another tomorrow for assistant preschool. Thanks for this. Still very nervous but I feel a little more prepared now.

[@Janegrannis]

This was an amazing video. I know I'm not alone, but I get MAJOR interview anxiety! My first interview did not go as well as I hoped (but also not as bad as I thought it went) but when I didn't get the job, I was hard on myself. It's kind of nice to hear others talk about the many interviews they go on and to know you're not alone!

[@CourtneysCastle35]

Thank you so much for this Michelle! It was so helpful and informative! Do you think you could do a video on tips for setting up your classroom. Like where to shop and easy ideas for first year setup? Thanks again!

[@emilydupree24]

Thank you SO MUCH! I am preparing for interviews this summer, and it's so stressful. Do you think you could make a video like "The Basics of Common Core"? I feel like I know most of what there is to know about it, but since you said your knowledge of CC is one of your strengths, I would love to hear anything you might want to share about it!

[@JB-gt5ws]

Good idea!!

[@samaraortiz9531]

You made me tear up with the mom call and the image of seeing your classroom for the first time.

[@joshuanun8192]

'Everything happens for a reason. I do not get upset over not getting hired. Something better in store for me!' Thanks!

[@taylorfugate9647]

I look forward to your videos every weekend! Thanks so much for taking the time to make them!

[@peterkings2012]

What are some of the questions you were asked during the interviews? What are some generic questions to prepare for?

[@Muffinfordinner]

One interview I did really well on went like this, "We like to think of ourselves as a fairly progressive school. We have a small and prestigious group of clients." "Well a lot of people consider me small and prestigious."

[@taylorpack4443]

Thank you so much for doing this video! I am getting very close to graduating and interviews have always been my weakest link, so this helped me greatly!

[@Moonlvr555]

I love you Michelle!!! 💗🙏😁! Thanks so much for all of your advice! You are terrific! I am really working on finally getting my own classroom after 5 years of subbing! Your advice, wisdom and tips have been soooooooo valuable! Thank you

[@caramelcooler9710]

Awwwweeee....great share of your personal experiences! Thank you so much for this! It really helped!

[@misspaula7059]

I've found your channel at the beginning of this week and I'd loved it. I'm a primary English teacher in a private school in Chile. I think you vlog and other videos are inspiring. Do you ever plan to make a video giving some advice on parents' meeting? My school year begins next week and I was assigned a new class this year, which means new parents. I'm super nervous because parents are super demanding where I work. If you have any tips, I would highly appreciate it. Have a great week :)

[@fathimaizmy9815]

Can you do a video on interview tips and questions for teachers who are preparing for interviews during COVID? Thanks

[@sweetcinnamonpnchkin]

Thank you so much! A friend pointed me to you. Going through the interview process again (from one district to another). A little nervous but ready to jump back in!

[@eb8266]

do you have a link to that resume template? it looks so cute yet professional!!

[@lindsiemcnair5368]

Thanks for this video! I love your vlogs as well as your sit down advice videos; they are incredibly helpful for students considering teaching! :)

[@Frick829]

Love your videos! They definitely show you put a lot of effort into them. Have a great weekend!

[@GlitzxxGlam]

I have my first interview for a school district on Wednesday!! Thank you!

[@tchellej8870]

Kay Evangeline good luck love ❤️

[@bethanybrown2022]

Did you get the job?

[@fishtaleunknown6491]

What would you say if they asked you "are you willing to be located to. . . .?" And you may NOT want to or Want depends on the location.

[@katiemeinke9325]

Would you suggest bringing notes with you about what you researched about the school so that you can ask them questions when they say "do you have any questions for us' or when they ask why you'd be a good fit? Or is it unprofessional to bring notes with you?

[@smileyhappyradio]

Thank you for the mentorship!

[@fathimaizmy9815]

Love your channel.

[@carolinekelly3415]

Thanks for sharing.

[@mercedesmcgraw217]

Have you not had to actually teach a lesson for an interview? Many school districts in PA require you to actually teach a lesson to the interview panel. It is very nerve racking! They act like students too! Also---- one thing I have learned is to NOT wear bangle bracelets!

[@PocketfulofPrimary]

I have heard of interviews where they make you teach a lesson but I have personally never encountered that. Thank goodness because that sounds terrible to me 😂 Totally agree with the bracelets! Thankfully I don't really wear many!

[@tracymart4304]

Your advice is always so perfect!!!!

[@BBQBeerKars]

I just wanna say a big THANK YOU to you for making this wonderful video. It's because of this vid that I was able to nail it at the interview and I succeeded. It's so great when things work!! ☺😁😉

[@candybox3200]

Thanks for posting this Michelle I'm glad I finally found it

[@hannahintihar400]

Thank you so much! I am graduating in June and going to my first job fair this Saturday, they are doing interviews on the spot so I am super nervous!

[@lynnjs35]

im going to have my teaching interview tomorrow and looking for some tips online when i came across ur video. Pls pray for me :) and thanks for the tips!

[@picsnmom]

I am graduating this spring. I was just asked by the principle of the school that I am student teaching at to send in my resume ASAP. I did and 10 min later they asked me to come in for an interview. So I have an interview in a couple days. I am so nervous, do you have any suggestions?

[@TheaterTeacher15]

How do you prepare for a private school interview vs a public school interview?

[@Positive_Vibez_]

Fantastic tips! Thank you for sharing!

[@MrMezzo]

This video is such a life-saver!

[@ayahhabib0695]

Happy teaching :)

[@siennabash7570]

Can you do a video on teacher retirement plan, the plan you were offered when you started, contracts you had to sign. Is the pension plan mandatory?

[@PocketfulofPrimary]

This isn't information I feel comfortable sharing on the internet with strangers, sorry!

[@TheaterTeacher15]

Thanks so much. I love your videos they help so much.

[@anapinto8675]

do you have any tips on teaching a demo lesson when they call you back in after an interview??? I have one coming up and i am so nervous!

[@dejavuinsamskitchen8867]

You are the best !!

[@glorialato4372]

This video was so helpful! I was worried, but know I feel better. I feel like my experience has been similar to yours.

[@SoyTuPrincesita92]

This was super helpful. Thank you!!!

[@couponclipper360]

goodness. you were able to get a ton of interviews! great job. I must be doing something wrong.

[@samanthaward7268]

It truly depends on how wide you are searching, what area and age you are looking/willing to teach, and whether you are sending out applications to every job that you are qualified for or are being choosey. As a music teacher I sent out well over 100 applications over last summer and only had a handful of interviews. I found that AppliTrack made the "get an interview" process a lot harder than sending in paper applications. If you are like me and looking for a FIRST job, just stick with it. Have many more people review your resume and cover letter than you are actually comfortable with- that was hard for me. Like this vlogger mentioned, you will end up where you are meant to be. If you didn't give up going through 4/5 years of college and an internship, then why give up now? :)

[@SpringStargazer]

I have a practice interview today. Eeek!

[@leslibartlett-roker886]

Very helpful information. Thank you!

[@DanceGirl132]

In your experience, how long is the typical teacher interview? P.S. Thanks for this video! So helpful!

[@tchellej8870]

LeeAnn Reid following

[@amandajs21]

Your videos are so so helpful! Thank you!!

[@lovinlife2016]

I have interviewed for about 4 schools thru Skype and I still haven't been offered a job. I feel so discouraged. What advice do you have for me?

[@GlitzxxGlam]

I've been doing a lot of research and gave seen some blog posts about ditching the binder portfolio and creating a digital one instead. What are your thoughts on this?

[@PocketfulofPrimary]

I definitely think that is becoming the trend... however, I think it depends on the administration you are interviewing with. If the administration is older, they will most likely prefer a physical portfolio in a binder. In our society, there is such a rush to make everything digital but I think there are some things that just aren't meant to be.

[@GlitzxxGlam]

+Pocketful of Primary thank you!! I would prefer a binder as I am a hands-on learner so I will keep the original way. Would it be crazy to make a lot of copies so I could leave my portfolio with them?

[@reginaturner2284]

hope you left them a copy!

[@kiki1229]

Would you have started practicing sooner for interviews? I'm a junior about to finish my program and honestly half the stuff they teach me is not the same as when you step into classrooms and interview.

[@britniw5427]

Kyara Gonzalez I completely agree I'm a Junior too; while I have to complete 120 hours of practicum prior to my student teaching (I've done like 60 so far) I feel that the content we learn is not the same as actually being in the classroom and getting the true experience you gain through your internship.

[@kiki1229]

Hey Britni! I similarly have to complete 100+ hours of practicum before student teaching, but many times the teachers I observe really use me as someone to make copies, clean up, etc! Don't get me wrong it's great to help out, but I want to watch, talk AND learn, but sometimes teachers are not as willing to work with you when you're just doing practicum.

[@britniw5427]

Kyara Gonzalez wow I usually just sit and observe unless I have to teach a lesson that's required for my course. Sometimes I help students during independent work if the teacher is busy, but that's about it.

[@kiki1229]

I don't get to help students or teach a lesson! That's what I'm so upset about because once I get to student teaching I'm going to be a wreck

[@britniw5427]

Kyara Gonzalez oh wow. My program requires us to create and teach lessons and/or create and give assessments to students in most of the courses that require practicum hours. Maybe you could ask one of your mentor teachers in the future for some experience in teaching a lesson? Just be extremely candid and say while you have been observing in the classroom you haven't been able to teach and you would like to have some experience prior to student teaching. That may help!

[@waizawaizay8781]

That was really helpful, thank you!

[@drsf4692]

Love your videos!

[@JulioVelezz]

Solid tips 🙌🏼

[@rivermania10]

as a first year teacher do you need to have a portfolio?

[@rachaelv1140]

I'm wondering this one too, since I don't really know how I'm going to set up my classroom, have a lot of lesson plan examples, but I do know my teaching philosphy and what classroom manage plan I plan to use.

[@PocketfulofPrimary]

I have my portfolio completed as I went in for interviews as a first year teacher. I used mostly lessons and things I had created during my internship. It may not be very extensive but you definitely need one!

[@monikstar09]

Does any have any tips on interviews for people who have switched their careers to education? I am getting certified after working in an office setting and have no up-to-date experience teaching. I don’t want to dwell on that during interviews so how can I make myself look good while distracting from the fact that I’ve never actually taught or been a student teacher/aide.

[@monikstar09]

If you’re wondering “well what experience DO you have?” I did a ton of kids summer camps as a teenager and volunteered at preschools. But that was years ago and I am now almost 30

[@arajo0423]

This video makes me nervous since this is my first teaching position interview and I am interviewing with my dream school district....

[@amyg9589]

The funny thing about interviews is that they are geared toward narcissists...people who love to talk about themselves and how great they are and are superficially charming.

[@formidafle]

7:28

[@abbytruxal5097]

My school does that too! Lol

[@luizatosi1370]

Omg, that's harder than I thought :(

[@franciscoherrera3111]

hey cute teacher

[@samanthaflatley5205]

July 31 is my bday

[@Josh-gd8gl]

Samantha Flatley Happy Birthday in a few hours!

[@tradingtofreedom9947]

couldnt watch it to the end

[@LeanneJenZiegler]

You are a great speaker, but where are the "Interview Tips for Teachers?" Oh my bad, 7 minutes in....

[@AndreaS-lt4ls]

This was super helpful. Thank you! 😀