The Interview Process

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The Interview Process
Bexar County PREP
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The Art of the Interview
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People often worry before an interview that they
will
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Consequently, they often appear or sound
Nervous
Memorized
Boastful
Confused
Wishy-Washy
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Basics
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• Conservative/Professional Dress
• Confident Demeanor - Poise
• Language Grammar, Professional
• Body Language
• Prepared

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Question Tips
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• Prepare Interview Only When You are Confident
  of Your Knowledge Base
• Think Global Beyond Classroom or Field
• Think Specific BUT Be Concise Dont Ramble
• Know the School or District STATS
• Be True to Your Beliefs Speak from the Heart
• Address Job for which You are Applying
• Use Your Portfolio
• Exude Energy and Enthusiasm

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Question-Field
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• Discipline
• STAAR STAAR EOC
• TEKS
• Best Practices
• Assessment
• Parents
• Community
• Special Education
• Sub-Populations
• Supporting Principal

• At-Risk Students
• Technology
• Strengths
• Professional Development Yours
• Professional Development Students
• Climate and Culture
• Learning Community
• Your Goals 5 years

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Final Tips
Drop-off your portfolios with your letter of
interest to personnel. Leave instructions if you
want them returned.
Practice with a group of friends and some mock
questions or- video tape yourself.
Remember- you are in the spot light. Sell your
abilities and knowledge.
Review your answer possibilities with your
principal or assistant principal.
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Questions?