20/06/2025
I have been given the chance by our school to sit down and be part of the interview committee for teacher applicants , and here are the factors I have noticed why a candidate is not being offered or recommended for hiring ❤️💙🌸💪🏼🙏🏼👨🏫👩🏻🏫🇺🇸😁:
1. If you don't research and familiarize yourself with the mission and values of the school. Failing to research the school, understand its mission and values, and anticipate common interview questions can leave candidates unprepared and unable to effectively articulate their qualifications and fit for the position.
2. Poor communication skills, such as unclear or rambling responses, difficulty expressing ideas coherently, or a lack of confidence, can hinder a candidate's ability to effectively convey their strengths and experiences during the interview.
3. Candidates who demonstrate a limited understanding of current educational practices, pedagogical approaches, or classroom management strategies may raise concerns about their readiness to meet the demands of the teaching role. That is why, you need to be always be updated especially on educational initiatives.
4. Inability to demonstrate effective classroom management techniques or address questions about managing student behavior can raise doubts about a candidate's ability to create a positive and conducive learning environment. Don't just give us a general idea about classroom management, give us specific strategies that you effectively use in your class.
5. Insufficient experience or qualifications relative to the requirements of the position can undermine a candidate's credibility and suitability for the role, especially if competing against candidates with stronger credentials. So, if you don't have enough experience or misalignment of degrees, you should not what to higlight in your resume and in your answers during interviews.
6. Failing to provide specific examples or evidence to support claims of instructional effectiveness, student engagement, collaboration with colleagues, or contributions to school communities can weaken a candidate's case during the interview. Please provide DATA!DATA!DATA!
7. Displaying a negative attitude, appearing disinterested, or exhibiting poor interpersonal skills during the interview can create doubts about a candidate's ability to foster positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. Do not mention about negative things about your past employer, kahit na alam kung s**ang s**a kana ei, dapat smile parin and try to be positibe 😂😁😅 Mahirap pero sabi nga nila "FAKE IT TILL YOU MAKE IT!"
8. Candidates who fail to demonstrate an understanding of, or alignment with, the school's culture, values, and educational philosophy may be perceived as a poor fit for the organization, regardless of their qualifications or experience. Show to the committee that we have something in common, even though you came from a different country, try to find a way where you can prove that if they will hire you, we will be on the same page.
9. Providing inappropriate or off-topic responses to interview questions, such as discussing personal issues or criticizing former employers or colleagues, can raise red flags about a candidate's professionalism and judgment. Yes! Don't talk about your pet, loans etc...iwasan ang pakikimarites! char😅
10. Failure to reflect on past experiences, identify areas for growth, or demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development may signal a lack of self-awareness or growth mindset, which are valued traits in educators.
If you have questions, don't hesitate to message me. Hope these tips will help you ace your interview🤝🙏🏼🇺🇸
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