You’ll
quickly note that most of these questions are self-serving and
self-involved. While some will be
obvious “no-no’s” others may appear to be less so. Nevertheless, please do yourself a tremendous
favor and strike all of these from your interview preparations. By the way, all of these questions have been
asked by teacher candidates…and are continuously being asked by teacher
candidates. Not a single individual
asking these questions was ever offered a teaching job! Not one!
·
“How much will I be paid?”
Don’t ask any questions related to
salary or pay. If you are more
interested in money rather than teaching then you’re in the wrong profession.
·
“What kinds of benefits will I get?”
Questions about benefits are always
considered inappropriate. After you get
hired is the time to ask this question.
·
“How long do you expect me (or teachers) to be
at school each day?”
Stay away from any questions about
school hours. Good teachers have no time
clock.
·
“Will I be able to take time off for personal
business?”
Asking about time for personal
business is never a good idea. It
demonstrates your lack of commitment.
·
“Do you celebrate Hanukah or Christmas here?”
Questions about a community’s
religious, political, or socio-economic breakdown are always in poor taste.
·
“Will I be able to keep my part-time job at
Wal-Mart?”
Do you really want to show that you
are not totally committed to the teaching profession? Really?
·
“I heard that teachers have to do bus duty once
a week. Is that true?”
Asking about ancillary duties will
always get you in hot water. Always!
·
“Will I get in trouble if I punish a kid?”
Stay away from questions that might
indicate an uncomfortableness with discipline.
·
“Do I have to join the teacher’s union in this
district?”
Questions about the “bargaining
unit” are never appropriate. When you
get hired you’ll get all the relevant information about the “bargaining unit”
(if there is one).
·
“Can I transfer to another grade after this
year?”
Remember you’re applying for a
specific job. Don’t suggest that it’s
not your first priority.
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