MASTER TEACHER How the K12 Curriculumn will address the problem in

  uplifting the quality of education in the Philippines?

The Role of Colleges and Universities to the First
Year of the K-to-12 Program
With the start of the academic year 2016-2017, the Philippines is now entering a new age
of education system. The past few years have been a rough transition period towards a 12-
year basic education program. And until today, there are still mixed opinion whether
the K-to-12 program will be a success.
In general, the K to 12 program objective is to produce high-quality graduates in the
coming years. It aims to raise the bar of education in the Philippines and make it at par
with the international education standards which also offers 12 years of basic education.
This will lead to new windows for employment overseas. Another issue that the K-to-12
program would like to address is the career mismatch in the Philippines. Many students
graduating from high school actually have no clue on what course they will take in college
causing them to abruptly discontinue studying or shift to a different course.

Many are still skeptical whether the government can fund this new curriculum but
nonetheless, it is already being rolled out. Starting this coming 2016 enrollment, graduates
of Grade 10 will move up to Grade 11 or Senior High School. So if 10th Graders will not
move to college, would this mean that there will be no freshmen college students this year?

To answer that simply: there will be college freshmen enrolling this year and colleges and
universities are business as usual. And to explain where the enrollees will come from, the
Commission on Higher Education has issued a memorandum dated last July 13. This
memorandum permits colleges and universities to admit freshmen and sophomores for
the academic years of 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 from the following graduates:

1. Graduates from SHS Early Adopter Schools

The Department of Education has authorized at least 57 public schools and 334 private
schools to pilot senior high school ahead of the 2016 nation-wide implementation. Some of
these schools have already senior high school graduates that may enter college as a
freshman.
2. Graduates under the 10-year pre-college cycle before K to 12
Graduates of the previous curriculum will be given their last chance to continue their
studies as college freshmen.
With this is mind, we can still expect low numbers of college enrollees since Senior High
School Graduates are already equipped with skills that they can already use to look for a
job. Other might still encounter financial issues that could hinder them from enrolling.
Colleges and universities are also entitled to whether they will still want to cater freshmen
programs if a certain number of enrollees aren’t met.

Higher Education Intuitions are worried about that the inevitable low freshmen
enrollment rate might lead to mandatory separation of some of their teaching and non-
teaching staff. But the Bureau of Labor Relations at the Department of Labor and
Employment has ensured that this would be their last recourse since some of the faculty
members can be easily reassigned to teach senior high schools.

For more details about the July 13 CHED memorandum on college and university
admission, check on this link.

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5. 5. 1. Tell me about yourself? It seems like an easy interview question. It's open ended: ”I can talk about
whatever I want from the birth canal forward. Right?” Wrong. What the hiring manager really wants is a
quick, two- to three- minute snapshot of who you are and why you're the best candidate for this position.
Related post: Tips to answer question: tell me about your self? 5
http://interviewquestions68.blogspot.com/2017/03/tips-to-answer-tell-me-about- your-self.html So as you
answer this question, talk about what you've done to prepare yourself to be the very best candidate for the
position. Use an example or two to back it up. Then ask if they would like more details. If they do, keep
giving them example after example of your background and experience. Always point back to an example
when you have the opportunity. "Tell me about yourself" does not mean tell me everything. Just tell me what
makes you the best and fit the job requirements
6. 6. 2. How have you handled a situation where a student is consistently late to your class? This teacher
interview question is designed to see how you handle a problem in your classroom. Your answer should
highlight your ability to deal immediately with a potential issue in a calm and controlled manner. Include
details about questioning the student to find out the underlying cause of the problem, explaining the negative
impact of his/her behavior to the student and coming to an agreed commitment to appropriate behavior in
the future.
7. 7. 3. Every teacher will have a different style in teaching. What is your style? Demonstrative style of teaching
is what I follow where it involves lot of preparation for the class. Text books collate all the information and
put it at one place for the students and hence the role of a teacher is to explain the concepts in a way that
students understand and remember. Organizing practical sessions and showing the videos pertaining to the
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8. 8. 4. How do you handle classroom discipline? Interview questions that focus on discipline methods are
often worded as scenario questions. Expect to be asked how you would handle a student who is constantly
disruptive or rude in class. Your answer should reflect patience, but also clear expectations of student
behavior. Know what you would or would not tolerate, and what the consequences would be. Your answer
should show that you are firm but supportive. Explain how you would start with a subtle approach such as
moving closer to the disruptive student or glancing in her direction. Make it clear that if the student did not
correct her behavior immediately, you would ask to speak with her after class, make a call to her parents,
and contact the guidance counselors to determine whether there are any extenuating circumstances.
Indicate that you would involve the office as a last resort. Most principals don't want teachers who believe
sending a disruptive student to the office is the only effective disciplinary strategy.
9. 9. 5. Where do you see yourself in five years’ time? What the interviewer really wants is to see that you’ve
thought about your future, and gauge your ambition. They also want to verify that this isn’t just a stop gap
position. Although all of your answers should be tailored to the organization and position you’ve applied for,
this is especially the case with this question. If you’re going for an entry level position, for example, Related
post: Tips to answer question: what about your career goals?
9http://interviewquestions68.blogspot.com/2017/03/tip-to-answer-what-about-your- career.html explain how
you’d like your career to progress (e.g. ‘I’d like to progress to a Senior Software Engineer’ or ‘I see myself
being a team leader…’). If you’re going for a more senior position, explain how you’d be looking to move the
company forward. Have a look at their business strategy or corporate objectives before the interview, and
explain how you can help in achieving them.
10. 10. 6. What is your greatest weakness? "What are your weaknesses" is one of the most popular questions
interviewers ask. It is also the most dreaded question of all. Handle it by minimizing your weakness and
emphasizing your strengths. Stay away from personal qualities and concentrate on professional traits: "I am
always working on improving my communication skills to be a more effective presenter. I recently joined
Toastmasters, which I find very helpful." Related post: Tips to answer question: What is your greatest
weakness? 10 http://interviewquestions68.blogspot.com/2017/03/tips-to-answer-your-greatest-
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11. 11. 6. What is your greatest weakness? (continue…) Tips to answer this question: • Show that you are
aware of your weakness and what you have done to overcome it. • Show that you are “self-aware” and that
you have the ability to take steps to improve yourself. • Don’t you DARE answer with the cliche “I’m a
perfectionist” answer or any other such answer that the hiring manager can see right through. • Don’t
highlight a weakness that is a core competency of the job. (Know the job description “inside and out”.) •
Don’t dodge this question. 11
12. 12. 7. What is your greatest strength? This is your time to shine. Just remember the interviewer is looking for
work related strengths. Mention a number of them such as being a good motivator, problem solver,
performing well under pressure, being loyal, having a positive attitude, eager to learn, taking initiative and
attention to detail. Whichever you go for, be prepared to give examples that illustrate this particular skill. 12
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13. 13. 8. Explain how you can prepare students for standardized assessments? In almost all grades,
standardized assessment is carried out. You should be able to tell the name of the test and format of the
test, it will be an extra credit if you explain it with some of the experiments you carried out with the students.
14. 14. 9. What is the biggest challenge in teaching? This question will give the interviewer a good idea of where
your frustrations lie and what, if anything, you will need to make up for. Think of something you can work
toward making better and that you feel would be a challenge for all teachers. “In my career, I’ve found that
the most challenging students are the ones who don’t apply themselves. We all see their potential, but they
sit in the back, don’t pay attention and don’t seem to care about their future. It is these types of students that
I really try to reach out to. I’ve seen kids start really trying when it’s too late to get into college and it can be
heartbreaking. So, I take them aside to let them know that someone is rooting for them and that I am
invested in their future. I’ve seen students really turn themselves around when they know that someone is in
their corner holding them accountable for their studies.”
15. 15. 10. Do you believe that punishment is the best tool in improving the performance of a student? I have
experienced that the fear of punishment is always a good tool to improve the performance of a student.
Punishment should not physically hurt the student as it would only deteriorate the student-teacher
relationships. The punishment should only motivate the student to put extra efforts to improve their
knowledge on the subject and also secure good score in the examinations.
16. 16. 11. Why did you leave your last job? Here you will need to be careful as there are many possible
answers you could use, just remember to NEVER talk negatively about any prior or current employer to a
potential employer. No one wants to think that in a few years’ time you could be saying the same about
them. A possible reason could be to say you were looking for better opportunities, for you to grow
professionally, or you were looking for the chance to work abroad. 16
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17. 17. 12. Tell me about a challenging discipline problem you had. How did you manage it? Teachers regularly
experience various types of disruptive student behavior, from the frustrating but relatively minor problem of
talking during class, to more challenging problems, like students confronting the authority of the teacher.
Provide a specific example and in your answer show your ability to have planned ahead for such instances
by having measures in place and a clear action plan to deal with serious discipline problems. Support any
 disciplinary action you took with reasons as to why it was effective and why you used it. The interviewers are
looking for an effective classroom behavior management plan.
18. 18. 13. What techniques do you follow to ensure active participation of the students in the class?
Communication should always be two way. The teacher delivering the lesson and students listening to it is
an old style; the teachers today need to be facilitators. Simple techniques like giving small assignments on
the subject, conducting quiz competitions and making presentations on the topics helps students to gain
interest on the subject.
19. 19. 14. Explain what will be your approach when a lesson does not work well? • Try to analyse what went
wrong • Concentrate on the weakness of the lessons • Make the content easy and more comprehensive •
Utilize useful resource • Take advice and guidance from other experienced teachers
20. 20. 15. Why should we hire you? This is a differentiation question. What you want to tell them is: they'd be
crazy not to they hire you. Focus on them: You need to only share how you meet almost all the criteria they
seek, and also have two to three additional abilities that they might not even know they need…yet. They
need to know you are a candidate who can not only meet their needs now, but will also be valuable for
where they want to go in the future. Are they likely to need another skill set as they grow as a company? Or
maybe you have skills that you noticed are in another job description they are looking to fill? You can help
out with those deliverables until they find someone (or be a backup to the person they hire). Have you been
down a path already that they are currently starting? Having “lessons learned” to offer them is a very strong
plus for a job candidate. 20
21. 21. 16. What is your greatest accomplishment? This is somewhat similar to the “what is your greatest
strength?” question and can be handled along the same lines. You want to pick an accomplishment that
shows you have the qualities that the company puts value in and that are desirable for the position you’re
interviewing for. The fact is you may have several accomplishments you could pick from. Pick one that will
have the most impact. 21 https://www.slideshare.net/jobguide247/top-12-skills-for-career-success Useful
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22. 22. 16. What is your greatest accomplishment? (continue …) Tips to answer this question: - Talk about an
accomplishment that exhibits how you will be a perfect fit for the company and for the position you’re
interviewing for. - Try and show some genuine passion when you’re talking about your accomplishment. -
Don’t fall into the trap of thinking your accomplishment is “too small”. The fact is, relating a small
accomplishment that is inline with “what the company values” can be more powerful than an unrelated
accomplishment. 22 Useful material: Top 9 ways to become a millionaire
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23. 23. 17. Can you give me a specific example of when you helped a student experience success? Interviewers
know that some of the best teachers are the ones who invest in their students’ successes. Even if you
haven’t had any official teaching experience, you can pull from your time student teaching to show them how
seriously you take your job. “One example that has really stuck with me happened while I was student
teaching. There was a girl who was really struggling with her math lessons and you could tell that she would
get very frustrated with herself. Her grades were quickly declining and it was definitely something she was
embarrassed about. I pulled her aside one day and offered to sit with her during lunch two days a week so
she could get some one-on-one attention. I’m not sure if it was the fact that someone was paying attention to
her or that she had been waiting for someone to reach out, but we quickly started our mini-tutoring sessions
and her grades started to improve. I really think it was this experience that made me realize how much I love
teaching and how much of a difference I can make in kid’s lives. Her parents actually reached out to the
school to let them know how much they appreciated me taking the time to help. To me it was such a small
commitment, but to her it made a big difference.”
24. 24. 18. How do you develop the confidence and self esteem in your students? Teachers should understand
that the capabilities of students differ from one another. Giving opportunities to perform to only those
students who are bright and enthusiastic is not the correct procedure. This would actually lower the
confidence levels of more than 50% of the class who fear of failure and poor performance. One can say that,
in the current institute, we make sure that each and every student takes part in both classroom activities and
extra-curricular activities. This actually helps the student overcome fear of not performing well over a period
of time and start gaining confidence and build self esteem.
25. 25. 19. How do you give your students recognition and positive reinforcement? Focus on developing self-
worth by providing honest and effective encouragement and valuation. Include aspects such as
acknowledging the student's efforts as well as accomplishments, the words and language you use,
awareness of your body language and adapting the reinforcement to meet the particular needs of the
student. Provide specific examples to support your answer.
26. 26. 20. What can we expect from you in your first 90 days? Ideally the answer to this should come from the
employer: they should have plans and expectations for you. But if you're asked, use this general framework:
• You'll work hard to determine how your job creates value -- you won't just stay busy, you'll stay busy doing
the right things. • You'll learn how to serve all your constituents -- your boss, your employees, your peers,
your customers and suppliers and vendors... • You'll focus on doing what you do best -- you'll be hired
because you bring certain skills, and you'll apply those skills to make things happen. • You'll make a
difference -- with customers, with other employees, to bring enthusiasm and focus and a sense of
commitment and teamwork... • Then just layer in specifics that are applicable to you and the job. 26
27. 27. 21. What are your salary expectations? When completing your preparations for the interview, always
have this question in the back of your mind. Have a look at the average salary for someone in this industry,
area, and who possesses similar skills to yourself, and you should get a basic idea. But remember: this is
only the first interview. You haven’t been offered the job. There’s no need at this stage to be try and begin
negotiations. Giving a broad salary range will usually be enough to move on, but be prepared to back it up if
you need to. Just don’t be tempted to sell yourself short. If you’re not sure where to start, take a look at our
average salary checker. Right answer: A broad (but realistic) answer e.g. ‘I‘m looking for a starting salary
somewhere between £25,000 and £30,000’ Wrong answer: ‘I’m not sure. How much are you on?’ Useful
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28. 28. 22. Do you have any questions? Around 75 percent of job seekers will say “Nope, I think that’s
everything” to this question. Terrible response. This question gives you a fantastic opportunity to stand out
from the crowd and show your knowledge and passion for the company or organization you are interviewing
for. Always have a few questions prepared and have one based around something you found during your
company research phase. 28 Tips to answer this question: • Focus your questions on the company and what
you can do for them. • Ask about something you’ve discovered in your company research. This will show
your passion and knowledge of the company. Useful material:
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29. 29. 22. Do you have any questions? (continue) • Ask if there is any reason the hiring manager wouldn’t hire
you. (This can be a little daunting to ask BUT can really pay off. It allows you to address something they may
be thinking in their head but haven’t brought up.) • Never say “No, I think I’m good.” Always have questions
ready! 29 • Don’t focus your questions on yourself and what you can get from them. (i.e. • Don’t ask
questions that you could easily find the answer to. • Don’t ask about time off and benefits too early in the
process. • Don’t ask how soon you can start applying for other positions in the company.
30. 30. 23. Are you a team player? Almost everyone says yes to this question. But it is not just a yes/no
question. You need to provide behavioral examples to back up your answer. A sample answer: "Yes, I'm
very much a team player. In fact, I've had opportunities in my work, school and athletics to develop my skills
as a team player. For example, on a recent project…" Emphasize teamwork behavioral examples and focus
on your openness to diversity of backgrounds. Talk about the strength of the team above the individual. And
note that this question may be used as a lead in to questions around how you handle conflict within a team,
so be prepared. Useful material for magic lovers: http://magictricksa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/14-secrets-to-
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31. 31. 24. What challenges are you looking for in this position? A typical interview question to determine what
you are looking for your in next job, and whether you would be a good fit for the position being hired for, is
"What challenges are you looking for in a position?" The best way to answer questions about the challenges
you are seeking is to discuss how you would like to be able to effectively utilize your skills and experience if
you were hired for the job. You can also mention that you are motivated by challenges, have the ability to
effectively meet challenges, and have the flexibility and skills necessary to handle a challenging job. You
can continue by describing specific examples of challenges you have met and goals you have achieved in
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32. 32. 25. What experience do you have in this field? Hopefully if you're applying for this position you have
bags of related experience, and if that's the case you should mention it all. But if you're switching careers or
trying something a little different, your experience may initially not look like it's matching up. That's when you
need a little honest creativity to match the experiences required with the ones you have. People skills are
people skills after all, you just need to show how customer service skills can apply to internal management
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33. 33. 26. Why do you want to work with us? http://pianotipsa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/14-secrets-to-become-
pro-pianist.html Useful material for piano lovers: 33 More likely than not, the interviewer wishes to see how
much you know about the company culture, and whether you can identify with the organization’s values and
 vision. Every organization has its strong points, and these are the ones that you should highlight in your
answer. For example, if the company emphasizes on integrity with customers, then you mention that you
would like to be in such a team because you yourself believe in integrity.
34. 34. 27. Tell me a suggestion you have made that was implemented in this field? It's important here to focus
on the word "implemented." There's nothing wrong with having a thousand great ideas, but if the only place
they live is on your notepad what's the point? Better still, you need a good ending. If your previous company
took your advice and ended up going bankrupt, that's not such a great example either. Be prepared with a
story about an idea of yours that was taken from idea to implementation, and considered successful.
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35. 35. 28. Have you ever had a conflict with a boss or professor? How was it resolved? Note that if you say no,
most interviewers will keep drilling deeper to find a conflict. The key is how you behaviourally reacted to
conflict and what you did to resolve it. For example: “Yes, I have had conflicts in the past. Never major ones,
but there have been disagreements that needed to be resolved. I've found that when conflict occurs, it helps
to fully understand the other person’s perspective, so I take time to listen to their point of view, and then I
seek to work out a collaborative solution. For example . . .” Focus your answer on the behavioural process
for resolving the conflict and working collaboratively. 35
36. 36. 29. What do you know about us? Follow these three easy research tips before your next job interview: 1.
Visit the company website; look in the “about us” section and “careers” sections 2. Visit the company’s
LinkedIn page (note, you must have a LinkedIn account — its free to sign up) to view information about the
company 3. Google a keyword search phrase like “press releases” followed by the company name; you’ll
find the most recent news stories shared by the company Remember, just because you have done your
“homework”, it does not mean you need to share ALL of it during the interview! Reciting every fact you’ve
learned is almost as much of a turn off as not knowing anything at all! At a minimum, you should include the
following in your answer: 1. What type of product or service the company sells 2. How long the company has
been in business 3. What the company culture is like OR what the company mission statement is, and how
the culture and/or mission relate to your values or personality 36
37. 37. 30. Tell me what you know about this company? Do your homework before you go to any interview.
Whether it's being the VP of marketing or the mailroom clerk, you should know about the company or
business you're going to work for. Has this company been in the news lately? Who are the people in the
company you should know about? Do the background work, it will make you stand out as someone who
comes prepared, and is genuinely interested in the company and the job. 37 Useful material: 24 books must
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38. 38. 31. If your previous co-workers were here, what would they say about you? Ok, this is not the time for
full disclosure. If some people from your past are going to say you're a boring A-hole, you don't need to bring
that up. Stay positive, always, and maybe have a few specific quotes in mind. "They'd say I was a hard
worker" or even better "John Doe has always said I was the most reliable, creative problem-solver he'd ever
met." 38 Useful material: 12 principles to success in life http://careersecretsa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/12-
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39. 39. 32. What did you like or dislike about your previous job? What you liked - and what you didn't like - about
your last job or the company you worked for is an indicator of how you might feel about this position if you
were to be hired. Be careful what you say when you're interviewing for a role similar to your last one. It's
important to be positive and enthusiastic about the job for which you're being considered. 39
40. 40. 33. What major challenges and problems did you face? How did you handle them? With this question,
the interviewer is trying to understand how you handle issues and problems. Can you figure out solutions
and workarounds when there is a problem? How adept are you at problem-solving? Do you enjoy a
challenge, or do you get nervous when there's a glitch? 40
41. 41. 34. How are you when you're working under pressure? Once again, there are a few ways to answer this
but they should all be positive. You may work well under pressure, you may thrive under pressure, and you
may actually prefer working under pressure. If you say you crumble like aged blue cheese, this is not going
to help you get your foot in the door. 41
42. 42. 35. Tell me about any issues you've had with a previous boss? Arrgh! If you fall for this one you
shouldn't be hired anyway. The interviewer is testing you to see if you'll speak badly about your previous
supervisor. Simply answer this question with extreme tact, diplomacy and if necessary, a big fat loss of
memory. In short, you've never had any issues. 42
43. 43. 36. Describe your dream job? Three words describe how you should answer this question: Relevance,
relevance, relevance. But that doesn't mean you have to make up an answer. You can learn something from
every job. You can develop skills in every job. Work backwards: Identify things about the job you're
 interviewing for that will help you if you do someday land your dream job, and then describe how those
things apply to what you hope to someday do. And don't be afraid to admit that you might someday move
on, whether to another company or -- better job -- to start your own business. Employers no longer expect
"forever" employees. 43
44. 44. Top 12 job tips for teacher interview (details in next page) 44
45. 45. Tip 1: Do your homework You'll likely be asked difficult questions during the interview. Preparing the list
of likely questions in advance will help you easily transition from question to question. You'll likely be asked
difficult questions during the interview. Preparing the list of likely questions in advance will help you easily
transition from question to question. 45 Spend time researching the company. Look at its site to understand
its mission statement, product offerings, and management team. A few hours spent researching before your
interview can impress the hiring manager greatly. Read the company's annual report (often posted on the
site), review the employee's LinkedIn profiles, and search the company on Google News, to see if they've
been mentioned in the media lately. Related material: http://interviewquestionsaz.blogspot.com/2013/07/job-
interview- checklist-40-points.html
46. 46. Tip 2: First impressions When meeting someone for the first time, we instantaneously make our minds
about various aspects of their personality. Prepare and plan that first impression long before you walk in the
door. Continue that excellent impression in the days following, and that job could be yours. Therefore: •
Never arrive late. • Use positive body language and turn on your charm right from the start. • Switch off your
mobile before you step into the room. • Look fabulous; dress sharp and make sure you look your best. •
Start the interview with a handshake; give a nice firm press and then some up and down movement. •
Determine to establish a rapport with the interviewer right from the start. • Always let the interviewer finish
speaking before giving your response. • Express yourself fluently with clarity and precision. 46
47. 47. Tip 3: The “Hidden” Job Market Many of us don’t recognize that hidden job market is a huge one and
accounts for 2/3 of total job demand from enterprises. This means that if you know how to exploit a hidden
job market, you can increase your chance of getting the job up to 300%. In this section, the author shares
his experience and useful tips to exploit hidden job market. 47 Here are some sources to get penetrating into
a hidden job market: Friends; Family; Ex-coworkers; Referral; HR communities; Field communities; Social
networks such as Facebook, Twitter…; Last recruitment ads from recruiters; HR emails of potential
recruiters… Related material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/9-tips-to-tap-into-the- hidden-job-
market
48. 48. Tip 4: Overcome “job interview nervous“ Job interview nervous is one of the first reasons why you fail in
job interviews. 48 Related material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/top-11-ways-you-can- zap-
your-job-interview-nerves
49. 49. Tip 5: Do-It-Yourself Interviewing Practice There are a number of ways to prepare for an interview at
home without the help of a professional career counselor or coach or a fee-based service. You can practice
interviews all by yourself or recruit friends and family to assist you. 49
50. 50. Tip 6: Tailor your story to the job Applying your story to a specific employer or job is the next step. Lining
up the stories that apply to the opportunity at hand is critical. Put yourself in the interviewer’s shoes and
pose the questions you would ask. Which stories are relevant to this job interview? Think about personal
stories that show how you handled change, made choices under pressure, or learned lessons from mistakes
and failures. You should also think about stories you can tell in the interview that reveal your skill set. 50
Learning and appreciating your story is a prerequisite to any interview process. Don’t rely on your ability to
think on your feet. Anticipate the questions and have answers at the ready. In the end, this is about making
a great and memorable impression that demonstrates competency and ability.
51. 51. Tip 7: Dress for Success Plan out a wardrobe that fits the organization and its culture, striving for the
most professional appearance you can accomplish. Remember that it's always better to be overdressed
than under -- and to wear clothing that fits and is clean and pressed. Keep accessories and jewelry to a
minimum. Try not to smoke or eat right before the interview -- and if possible, brush your teeth or use
mouthwash. 51 Related material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/top-10- tips-to-dress-for-job-
interview-success
52. 52. Tip 8: Arrive on Time for the Interview -- and Prepared for Success There is no excuse for ever arriving
late for an interview -- other than some sort of disaster. Strive to arrive about 15 minutes before your
scheduled interview to complete additional paperwork and allow yourself time to get settled. Arriving a bit
early is also a chance to observe the dynamics of the workplace. 52 The day before the interview, pack up
extra copies of your resume or CV and reference list. If you have a portfolio or samples of your work, bring
those along too. Finally, remember to pack several pens and a pad of paper to jot notes. Finally, as you get
to the offices, shut off your cell phone. (And if you were chewing gum, get rid of it.)
53. 53. Tip 9: Focus more on what you can do for the company, rather than what they can do for you At the
beginning of the job interview process, someone has to assume the role of the seller, and someone has to
be the buyer. You're the seller at this early stage of the process. As the interview progresses you will
eventually be asked: Do you have any questions for us? It’s a bad idea to say, no, I can’t think of anything.
It’s also a bad idea to have a grocery list of interview questions a mile long. Appropriate Job Interview
Questions to Ask Your Interviewers • How would you describe a typical day in this position? • In my first 90
days on the job, what’s my first priority? • What is one of the most difficult challenges facing your
department? • Is this a new position, or am I replacing someone? • What’s the company’s strategy for
generating new business? • What is your management style like? 53
54. 54. Tip 10: Bring examples of your work Use the power of the printed word to your advantage. As an
executive recruiter, I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve been called by a hiring manager after an
interview, and told how impressed they were with one of my candidates who brought examples of their work.
Most job seekers fail to do this in preparing for a job interview. This one job interview tip alone will set you
apart from other candidates. Idea: Some job seekers bring a copy of their most recent written evaluation to
the interview. Obviously, you should only do this if your evaluation is outstanding. The power of the printed
word applies here as well. If you share your strengths with your interviewers, it's duly noted. If one of your
bosses said those same things about you...it's gospel. Another great example of your work is any chart or
graph that illustrates specifically how you saved the company time or money...or how you made the
company money. 54
55. 55. Tip 11: Ask questions Do not leave the interview without ensuring that you know all that you want to
know about the position. Once the interview is over, your chance to have important questions answered has
ended. Asking questions also can show that you are interested in the job. Be specific with your questions.
Ask about the company and the industry. Avoid asking personal questions of the interviewer and avoid
asking questions pertaining to politics, religion and the like. 55 Useful material:
https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/top-questions-to- ask-employer-after-job-interview
56. 56. Tip 12: Follow up and send a thank-you note Following up after an interview can help you make a lasting
impression and set you apart from the crowd. Philip Farina, CPP, a security career expert at Manta Security
Management Recruiters, says: "Send both an email as well as a hard-copy thank-you note, expressing
excitement, qualifications and further interest in the position. Invite the hiring manager to contact you for
additional information. This is also an excellent time to send a strategic follow-up letter of interest." 56
Related material: http://interviewquestionsaz.blogspot.com/p/top-interview-thank- you-letter-samples.html
and http://interviewquestionsaz.blogspot.com/p/10-things-to-do-after-job-interview.html
57. 57. Other job interview materials: Below are other useful materials from: topinterviewquestions.info • 440
behavioral interview questions • Top 36 situational interview questions with answers • 95 management
interview questions with answers • Top 30 phone interview questions with answers • 290 competency based
interview questions • 45 internship interview questions • Top free 14 cover letter samples • Top free 16
resume sample • Top 15 ways to search new jobs • Second interview • Job interview checklist 40 points •
Top 15 tips for interview preparation • Top questions to ask employer during interview • Top 58 interview
written test examples • Top 38 job interview best best practices • Top 12 job interview case study samples •
15 interview followup email examples • 28 job interview guide, interview thank letter samples and job
interview process • 14 job interview tips for candidate with no experience 57
58. 58. Other job interview materials: Below are other useful materials from: topinterviewquestions.info • 29
powerpoint presentation examples, 15 interview role play examples • Free ebook: 145 interview questions
and answers pdf download • Top 10 biggest/strengths weaknesses in job interview • How to answer
question: tell me about your self? • Top 12 tips for dress code (clothes, attire) • 25 job interview do's and
don'ts • 7 interview assessment forms, 27 interview advices • Top 20 closing questions/ closing statements •
9 interview evaluation forms/interview rating forms • 12 interview group/panel discussion tips • How to do
interview introduction? • 18 scenario questions, 23 screening questions • Top 4 common interview rounds
and how to prepare • 45 Fresher teacher interview questions and answers 58
59. 59. Fields and job titles related: Job titles related: teacher administrator, teacher advisor, teacher analyst,
teacher assistant, teacher associate, teacher clerk, teacher consultant, teacher coordinator, teacher
controller, teacher engineer, teacher executive, teacher manager, teacher officer, teacher representative,
teacher specialist, teacher supervisor, teacher support, vp teacher, teacher director, teacher leader, teacher
technician, entry level teacher, senior teacher, junior teacher… The above interview questions can be used
for fields such as: accounting, administrative, advertising, agency, agile, apartment, application, architecture,
asset, assistant, audit, auto, automotive, b2b, bakery, band, bank, banquet, bar, benefits, beverage, teacher,
brand, budget, building, business, cafe, call center, car, catering, channel, clinic, commercial,
communications, community, construction, consulting, content, creative, crm, customer relations, customer
 service, data, database, delivery, design, digital marketing, distribution, ecommerce, education, electrical,
energy, engineering, environmental, equipment, erp, events, exhibition, export, f&b, facilities, factory,
fashion, finance, fmcg, food industry, fundraising, furniture, gallery, golf, grants, grocery, gym, healthcare,
help desk, hospital, hospitality, hotel, housekeeping, housing, hr, hse, hvac, ict, import, infrastructure,
innovation, insurance, interactive, interior design, international, internet, inventory, investment, it, jewelry,
kitchen, lab, leasing, legal, logistics, maintenance, manufacturing, market, marketing, materials, media,
merchandising, mining, mortgage, music, network, new car, ngo, nhs, non profit, non technical, oem, office,
offshore, oil and gas, operations, outbound, outlet, overseas, parts, payroll, teacher, teacher, plant,
procurement, product, production, project, property, purchasing, quality assurance, r&d, real estate, records,
recruiting, release, research, reservations, restaurant, retail, safety, teacher, salon, security, service,
shipping, social media, software, sourcing, spa, staffing, store, studio, supply chain 59
60. 60. Top job titles: teacher; a preschool teacher; a substitute teacher; a dance teacher; a music teacher; a
class teacher; a school teacher; a nursery teacher; a elementary teacher; business teacher; biology teacher;
bilingual teacher; bible teacher; ballet teacher; band teacher; behavior teacher; computer teacher; class
teacher; classroom teacher; chemistry teacher; co teacher; daycare teacher; dance teacher; drama teacher;
english teacher; esl teacher; ese teacher; p.e teacher; gym teacher; geography teacher; gifted teacher; ged
teacher; guest teacher; guidance teacher; gymboree teacher; gymnastics teacher; group teacher; german
teacher; headteacher; history teacher; homeroom teacher; teacher i; title i teacher; kg teacher; ks2 teacher;
ks1 teacher; kindercare teacher; kumon teacher; pre k teacher; k 12 teacher; k-5 teacher; k 3 teacher;
assistant pre-k teacher; nc pre k teacher; georgia pre-k teacher; k-12 art teacher; lead teacher; language
teacher; teacher librarian; literacy teacher; law teacher; teacher leader; teacher liaison; music teacher; math
teacher; montessori teacher; master teacher; mentor teacher; mfl teacher; online teacher; sample of
teacher; director of education; secretary of education; teacher of english; dean of education; teacher of
humanities; teacher of science; teacher of ict; teacher of mathematics; teacher of art; pe teacher; elementary
pe teacher; assistant pe teacher; quran teacher; grade r teacher; teachers; teacher's aide; toddler teacher;
technology teacher; teacher trainer; the teacher; title 1 teacher; assistant to teacher; long term substitute
teacher; unqualified teacher; vpk teacher; vocational teacher; volunteer teacher; ve teacher; wellness
teacher; yoga teacher; ymca teacher; youth teacher; early years teacher; year 1 teacher; year 6 teacher;
year 2 teacher; year 3 teacher; teacher 1; 1st grade teacher; kg 1 teacher; algebra 1 teacher; grade 1
teacher; key stage 1 teacher; 1 year old teacher; title 1 math teacher; 2nd grade teacher; grade 2 teacher;
key stage 2 teacher; 2 year old teacher; foundation stage 2 teacher; year 2 class teacher; key stage 2 class
teacher; teacher assistant level 2; 3rd grade teacher; ups 3 teacher; 3 year old teacher; teacher assistant
level 3; key stage 3 teacher; year 3 class teacher; grade 3 teacher; 5th grade teacher; year 5 teacher; grade
5 teacher; year 5 class teacher; 5th grade science teacher; 6th grade teacher; grade 6 teacher; 6th grade
math teacher; 6th grade science teacher; 6th grade reading teacher; year 6 primary teacher; 7th grade
teacher; 7th grade math teacher; 7th grade science teacher; 7th grade english teacher; 8th grade teacher;
8th grade science teacher; 8th grade math teacher; 8th grade english teacher 60

In your opinion, what is the most

influential form of media today?
I would say that, without a doubt, visual design is my strongest area of expertise when it comes to
media solutions. I have many other areas of strength, such as A and B; however, this is my stand-out
skill."
It is very important to thoroughly research The MASTER Teacher, Inc. before you go in for your
interview. Be sure to look carefully through the "About Us" section on their website as well as
anything to do with their clients or recent projects.
Question 3 of 30

Walk me through your experience in the

television and/or radio industry.
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"I began my career in media in a volunteer role with my local television station. From there, I started to assist
with writing broadcast scripts. I left that role to attend university and recently graduated with my
communications degree. I am now looking for my first opportunity in media, and very much look forward to
seeing my career grow with The MASTER Teacher, Inc.."
"I have been working in the television and radio industry for the past 8 years. After graduating with my degree
in Media Studies and Mass Media, I joined our local radio station as a content writer. From there, I took on a
role as a junior editor, then a team lead for the small team of editors. At this point, I am now looking for an
opportunity to grow which is why I applied to this role with The MASTER Teacher, Inc.. I absolutely love this
industry and look forward to continuing my success here."
Take a few minutes to walk the interviewer through your resume. Highlight any particular experience you may
have in television and/or radio. Be concise and be sure to avoid speaking poorly of any previous employers
and/or experiences.

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Question 4 of 30

What are your 3 favorite forms of

entertainment?
Professional Answers Preview
"My favorite forms of entertainment have always been reality tv, podcasts, and celebrity based news. I have
always wanted to become a gossip columnist and find that these forms of entertainment really spark my
creativity and keep me informed on trends in the media."
"There are so many great forms of entertainment media now. I am more traditional in nature and would say
that my favorite forms still include print media, documentaries, and podcasts that focus on economics and
business."
The interviewer would like to know the types of media and entertainment that you personally enjoy consuming
on a regular basis. Talk to the interviewer about your favorite forms of entertainment and be sure to include
why they are your favorite.

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Question 5 of 30

If The MASTER Teacher hired you today,

what would you accomplish first?
 New Interview Questions You Must Prepare For
Today’s interviewers are increasingly savvy with their questions. Here's how to prepare
yourself and demonstrate you're a top-notch candidate.

By Dr. Mary Clement

The oldest interview question in the world is, “Tell me about yourself.” This is considered an icebreaker question and is generally
used as a gauge of a candidate’s overall interpersonal skills and nervousness. Other icebreaker questions might be “What events have
brought you to my office today?” or “Why should I be interviewing you today instead of 300 other candidates?” No matter how the
first question is phrased, you, as a strong job candidate, should begin talking about your preparation to teach, your teaching experience
and something unique about your background in education.

A good answer to an icebreaker might be:

“I am delighted to be here today to interview with a district ranked in the top 5 in the state for student achievement. Having just
finished student teaching in a neighboring district, Meadow Heights, I had a wonderful cooperating teacher who helped me apply
everything I learned at Peabody University. One of the strengths I bring to teaching upper elementary school is the work I did last
semester with the “Top Notch” reading program.”

This type of answer is called a professional profile, or an “elevator speech.” Strong candidates know to make their very first answer
one that stands out. It outlines their best success or strength, while revealing a quick outline of who they are.

Master the basics

Basic questions are still asked in every on-site interview. These questions deal with lesson planning, long-term planning, teaching
methods, classroom management, discipline, assessment, parent communication and teaching all students. Questions require
candidates to explain their training, experience and expertise with the topic of the question. Behavior-based interview (BBI) questions
are used to determine if the candidate has experience with the topic of the question, and can perform the skills needed, if hired.  For
example:

 Describe a sample lesson plan that guides your teaching.

 How have you planned a semester to determine the amount of content you will cover?
 Which teaching methods have you found to work well when teaching _____________ to students
this age?
 Describe a classroom where you have worked. What routines and procedures did you use to keep
the class organized?
 Describe a classroom management plan that you have used in the past. What were the rules and
what consequences worked? Were there positive rewards?
 Tell about a grading system you used for a nine-week period.
 How have you worked with parents?
 How have you worked with all students, especially those who ___________?
Tackle the newest questions

Today’s interviewers are increasingly savvy with their questions. Employers are more apt to have a typed set of questions with an
evaluation rubric to assess candidates’ answers during the interview. The questions deal with implementation of the Common Core
State Standards, evaluation and use of student data in planning and assessment, raising student achievement, differentiation, advocacy
for all students and a teacher’s past involvement with professional learning communities (PLCs). Employers are looking for answers
to their questions that demonstrate that the teacher candidate is aware of the topic and can discuss examples from their experience.

Here are 6 new sample questions for 2017, with guidelines for what the employer seeks to hear.
1. How have you used student data to inform planning or assessment?

Sample answer: It has become quite common for teachers to use pre- and post-testing to better determine what our students actually
know before we plan and teach lessons. With pre- and post-testing, I can also monitor the growth of each individual student. It has
worked really well to prepare students for standardized testing. Let me show you one example from my portfolio.

2. Give an example of differentiation in a classroom where you have worked.

Sample answer: Working with the sixth-grade teacher next door, we divided students for a math activity, based on the students’ needs
for review. I was able to work with students who really needed more one-on-one attention to attain higher scores. Even within my
group, I modified how I presented information to students who needed more hands-on examples.

3. How have you worked to be an advocate for students who are at-risk in your school?

Sample answer: I currently teach at a high school that is striving to increase its graduation rate. I am assigned a homeroom and I
monitor students’ grades, referring some students to peer intervention and others to counselors if I see danger signs of dropping out.
While time consuming, I find that students who know that I am there for them come to me for help. This program makes homeroom
teachers the advocates and it works well.

4. In our district, we consider ongoing professional learning to be critically important. Tell us how you have kept learning and
how you plan to continue your professional growth.

Sample answers: From a new teacher: In addition to my classwork, I joined my professional association while a student. I have used
the ideas from their publications and I read the website’s exchange to talk with colleagues around the country. I also attend webinars
because I can attend from anywhere. I get great ideas instantly.

From a practicing teacher: Since we are seeing so many more students coming to our school from lower socio-economic areas, we
read a book about teaching students from poverty. We gained some practical ideas, but more importantly, by meeting regularly, we
were able to share our frustrations and our successes. I would like to implement something similar when hired here, like a professional
learning community (PLC).

5. Describe a time when you faced a difficult task or problem. What was your motivation to work through that issue and how
did you keep yourself positive?

Sample answers: To earn teacher certification, we had to pass several tests and complete videos for an online assessment while
student teaching. I survived by starting early, going to the student teaching office for help sessions and taking time to go for runs to
clear my head. With teaching, it’s the same—start early, attend the team meetings and run when I need to!

As a teacher with 4 years of experience, the toughest time is still the week of standardized testing. I plan for how to help the students
with their stress and I don’t schedule anything extra for myself that week. The students and I do some calming activities, like re-
reading a passage from a favorite book or playing a special game at recess.

6. Today’s teachers need grit, determination and perseverance. What is your determination to teach in our school with today’s
students?

Sample answers: A personal story about how your teachers helped you is always a good answer. Additionally, tell something specific
about your grit or perseverance to get your college degree and teacher certification. For teachers who are changing jobs, be ready to
explain why you seek a different position, and do so in a way that indicates you are not just quitting a tough position. Know, and talk
about, what you know about the new school.
When employers end an interview with the old question, “Where do you see yourself in 5 or 10 years,” they are really asking about
your intentions to stay in the profession and in their school. A diplomatic answer might be “teaching, and helping others to enter and
enjoy this profession.” It’s up to you to express your grit and staying power.