INTERVIEW

Me:"First of all, thank you for being my guest today. It's truly a pleasure to have you here, and
I'm excited to a conversation with you." 🌟

You: "Thank you so much for having me as your guest. I'm delighted to be here and excited to
engage in a meaningful conversation with you.”
Me: “ I am looking forward to learning more about your journey and experiences. Shall we
begin?”
You: of course you can
Me: could you tell us about your high school life and the subject you were good at?
You: I excelled in most of the subjects I took as a high school student, but chemistry and
technical drawing were my strong suits.
Me: Can you tell us about your background and experience in science fields? We are eager to
know your journey and the depth of your knowledge you gathered along the way.
You: I have a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Adama Science and Technology
University, which gave me a strong foundation in physics principles. Over the past five years,
I've applied this knowledge to teach physics to middle and high school students, focusing on
making complex concepts accessible and engaging.
Me: What inspired you to become a physics teacher?
You: The moment of clarity when a complex concept ‘clicks’ for a student inspired me to
become a physics teacher. I wanted to be a part of that moment of realization and help foster a
love for science. During my undergraduate years, I informally taught tutorials and summer
classes for high school students. I noticed that many students found physics challenging that’s
why i become a physics teacher.
Me: .What is the hardest thing of being a teacher? How long have you been teaching physics ?
You: As a profession, I have been teaching physics for about 5 years.The hardest part is ensuring
that each student understands the material, regardless of their initial interest or aptitude in
physics. It’s a challenge that requires creativity and patience.
Me: Can you share a time when you had to adapt to a new situation or change in the workplace?
You: In this year, there was a curriculum change required me to quickly develop new materials.
It was a little bit challenging, but it taught me the value of flexibility and preparedness in
teaching.
Me: What is the thing u regret when u were at our age that u think it will be a great lesson for us
by now?
You: Looking back, I regret not exploring more outside my comfort zone. I’d encourage you to
seize every opportunity to learn and experience new things. Moreover, you have to identify your
best inclination and cultivate it as laying a foundation for your next journey and be determined to
accomplish it.
Me:. How do you handle feedback and criticism in your work place?
You: Feedback and criticism are vital for growth. I welcome them as they provide an opportunity
to reflect on my teaching methods and improve. I believe in maintaining an open dialogue with
colleagues and students to foster a positive learning environment.
Me: what could you share us a memorable or funny moment from your time teaching physics?
You: It was in the first quarter of this academic year when I worked with a student on a science
project, we spent hours after class in the lab and were caught by darkness without even noticing
it. Since it was unexpected, it caused quite a laugh and worry at the same time because the
student’s parents had no idea about the situation. So, I had to make a call to each of them to
explain the incident. Finally, I felt relieved after making sure each of my students got home
safely, and it turned into a great learning opportunity about planning in advance.
Me: what do you consider your greatest strengths and weaknesses as a professional?
You: My greatest strength is my dedication to my students’ success. As for weaknesses, I’m
always working to improve my patience and adaptability.
Me: Outside of teaching physics ,what are some hobbies or interests that you pursue ?
You: Outside of teaching, I enjoy fixing mechanical devices, watching movies and reading
fiction.
Me:Before ending this interview , what is the most fulfilling aspect of educating students in this
subject, and what message would you like to impart to aspiring young minds interested in
physics and science?"
You: The most fulfilling aspect is seeing students' curiosity transform into knowledge. To young
minds interested in physics, remember that science is a journey of discovery-stay curious, ask
questions, and never stop learning.