Ace Your Teacher Interview: 149 Fantastic Answers to Tough Interview Questions

by Anthony D. Fredericks

The book identifies 149 frequently asked interview questions, including the one question candidates must be able to answer well, 99 basic questions, and 39 zingers.

An all-in-one sourcebook of teacher interview questions in concert with the best responses to the questions most frequently asked of aspiring educators. "Ace Your Teacher Interview" offers specific questions and responses gathered from dozens of principals and administrators across the country, along with a creative range of inside information on what impresses interview committees. This book is designed to provide readers with practical and realistic advice that informs and illustrates without being dogmatic or professorial. Teachers and college students majoring in education as well as people entering teaching from other professions will find this book a valuable resource. Key Features 149 of the most frequently asked interview questions, including the one question you must be able to answer, 99 basic questions, and 39 zingers to watch out for Comprehensive information on preparing for job interviews 10 questions you should ask interviewers, etc.

Genres: Teaching, Education, Self Help, Nonfiction, School

212 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2012

Reviews

[Jill Adams · Rating 4 out of 5]

This would be a valuable resource for new and veteran teachers on the job hunt. It makes you contemplate your ideologies about kids and teaching. The only part I don't agree with is his suggestion that you visit the school before the interview. This would be an odd request in most public schools. The rest of the book, though, is top notch. Pre-service teachers should definitely get their hands on this text.

[Cara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very helpful for interviews! I went to mine feeling a lot more prepared then I had ever been for a job and ended up with the position!!!

[Cristen Cagle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this is one of the first teacher/education texts that isn't solely for high school or solely for middle school and does a decent job of combining the two when it comes to suggested responses to interview questions. I gave it four stars simply because I often found myself wanting more suggestions of what to say rather than a single answer in response to each question - even a formula of how to structure your answers for what are deemed the most essential questions would have been ideal. Granted, following the examples in this text really did help me with getting my first teaching job and for that, I am grateful.

[Steffany .O (coffee over apples) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Took off one star because it would have been improved by including answers/questions geared towards experienced teachers or returning teachers as mentioned in the beginning of the books. This was written for those fresh out of college or new to the profession. For some questions, I was interested in how the author would phrase an answer were he a returning teacher or moving to a new district.

Will be making a review video and discussing questions I feel should have been touched on.

Overall everything here was sound advice and some interview techniques that I had forgotten. I think if you are going to be an INTERVIEWER this book is helpful as well.

[Kristina Harrison · Rating 2 out of 5]

There is some useful information in this book, but a lot of it is common sense. Other parts seem outdated, such as, "Your best choice is a suit with a matching skirt and jacket. . . . Don't wear a pantsuit." I started skimming after that part; any interviewer who thinks it's inappropriate for women to wear pants is not someone I'd want to work for anyway.

[Viviana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fredericks gives great questions that have appeared on interviews I've gone on as well as great answers. After reading the book and using his tips, I went on an interview and got the job!

[Katie G · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has a lot of great suggestions, and the questions are fantastic. I've started applying to jobs, and I've already come across the questions he brings up in this book. What I love most is that he gives you a sample answer but then also explains why that's a good answer; that way, you don't have to use that exact answer, but you can still use his advice to help you come up with your own answer.

The only part I thought was a bit weird was his suggestion to visit the school and talk to the teachers beforehand. Teachers are really busy, and I doubt most of them would take time out of their busy schedules - especially close to the end of the year, which is when most schools interview people - to talk to a candidate about the job.

Other than that, though, this book is great. I have my first interview coming up in a few days, and I feel better about it knowing that I've read this book and have started coming up with my own answers to the questions he brings up.

[Amber McIlraith · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good guide to have if you are preparing for interviews. Most of the responses are from the point of view of a teacher just out of his/her credential program. I got as far as #21 when I landed a job. My interview was executed much differently than most interviews for teaching positions so none of the questions in this book were asked.

[Shasta Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I did enjoy this read and will go over a few parts before I go to interviews.

[Nikki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful. Let's do this!

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative! I agree with most of the book. Hopefully I will land a job with the help of this book.

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

Got the job :)