35 RareJob Interview Questions & Answers

01 At RareJob we put a strong emphasis on continued education. We believe that there is always more to learn. How do you feel about continued education? EDUCATION

02 In this position you may be working with individuals who are underage and/or vulnerable. We do full background checks on all of our employees. Are you willing to comply? DIRECT

03 Take a few minutes to walk me through your post-secondary education. EDUCATION

04 Tell me about a teacher, leader, or mentor who affected your life in a positive way. DISCOVERY

05 At RareJob, we seek to hire the most compassionate individuals. Do you consider yourself compassionate? BEHAVIORAL

06 In our industry, your day may not be a typical 8AM - 4PM. Are you willing to work overtime and participate in extra-curricular activities? DIRECT

07 At RareJob we seek to hire those who are passionate about education. How would you describe your teaching/mentorship style? OPERATIONAL

08 What are your thoughts on public vs. private education? DISCOVERY

09 If you could be a subject matter expert in any subject of your choice, which would you choose? DISCOVERY

10 Do you prefer working with a student one-on-one or with a larger class of students? OPERATIONAL

11 Private and franchised adult learning institutions have greatly increased in popularity over the years. Do you see value in these institutions? Why or why not? DIRECT

12 Tell me about an organization or group outside of work that you contributed to. DISCOVERY

13 When have you had to adapt to change? BEHAVIORAL

14 Tell me about your greatest work-related accomplishment. DISCOVERY

15 If you could start your career over again, what direction would you take? DISCOVERY

16 Why do you want this job with RareJob? DIRECT

17 When entering a new job, describe how you build relationships with your new coworkers and supervisors. DISCOVERY

18 How do you believe you will complement our department, if you were hired? DISCOVERY

19 Give an example of when you used your listening skills to solve a problem. BEHAVIORAL

20 How do you like to encourage ideas in others? OPERATIONAL

21 Do you always double check or proofread your work? OPERATIONAL

22 List the top 3 skills that you have acquired in your last role. DISCOVERY

23 Do you think honesty is always the best policy? DISCOVERY

24 How do you define success? GENERAL

25 What leadership qualities do you possess? LEADERSHIP

26 What are your salary expectations? GENERAL

27 How do you handle stress on the job? BEHAVIORAL

28 Tell me something about yourself that I wouldn't know from reading your resume. DISCOVERY

29 What questions do you have for me? DIRECT

30 What sort of development opportunities do you seek out to continue to grow professionally? EDUCATION

31 How would you go about motivating a student who is hard to motivate or is uninterested? OPERATIONAL

32 How would you rate your technology skills? TECHNICAL

33 How would you rate your communication skills? COMMUNICATION

34 Tell me about a time you helped to resolve a conflict. SITUATIONAL

35 Tell me about a time you responded to feedback from a manager or boss. BEHAVIORAL

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