Research common elementary teacher job interview and questions online. There are many websites online that provide you with the most common (and difficult) questions asked during a teacher interview.
Know your content and educational terminology. Administration wants to feel confident you unde...
Interview
Educator
Dallas Independent School District
ELAR
The day starts bright & early in D.I.S.D. at 7:45 am for elementary. Arrive at least 30 minutes before the students to make sure everything is prepared for a productive learning day.Majority of your typical day is time spent with your students (establishing routines, managing behavior, lectures, ...
Day in the Life
Educator
Dallas Independent School District
ELAR
Think about your teaching philosophy and your ideas on how to fulfill that philosophy. Inform yourself or ask about the district’s philosophy and decide whether it will be a good match for you or not. Teamwork is very important for this district, so think about your experience on working with oth...
Interview
Education
Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
Bilingual
Fifth Grade
Have your resume ready, show that you've had some kind (any kind) of experience in the world of education, even if it is just tutoring. One of the main things they look for in new teachers is, "can I work with this person?" Admin wants to know you are adaptable, a team player, willing to accept f...
Interview
Teacher
High School
Dallas Independent School District
A theoretic schedule might be:Make copies (although it is better to not wait until the morning of, in case of printer breaks)Teach your classes (of course this is a gross simplification. Each class has its own personality and dynamic. Personally, I think this is the best part of the job.)Tutor, g...
Day in the Life
Teacher
High School
Dallas Independent School District