Assistant Principal Mock Interview
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Question 13 of 40
How would you describe your leadership style?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Share with the interviewer that you feel leaders are people others want to follow, and you do this by building relationships. Tell the interviewer that you spend time speaking with staff and students every day to get to know them better. The better they know you, the more responsive they are to your decision-making.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"My leadership style is to be present and approachable. I want to know if my students are struggling in the classroom or at home. If my teachers need additional training, I like to be a part of their career development."
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I would describe my leadership style as strong and supportive. I engage with others and strive to add value to the work I am responsible for."
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"My goal as a leader is to inspire students and staff to strive to be their best. I achieve this through avenues such as speaking at school meetings and functions. I also ensure my presence at school district events such as choir concerts or sports games. Giving encouraging announcements and sending out kudos emails is another way I demonstrate leadership."
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Anonymous Answer
Hands-on. I like to lead by example. If I am asking someone to do something, I want them to see me doing it too. I view myself as a very fair person, and I am always prepared.
Lauren's Feedback
Great response. I want your leadership style to be translated into a bigger picture to better overall school climate. See my suggestion below.
I describe myself as a hands-on person who leads by example. People in leadership positions have the ability to swing the pendulum in a positive or negative way. My attitude, the way I carry myself, and the manner in which I problem-solve and communicate can be used as an example. I want to set the precedence that being fair, prepared, organized, and friendly are all leadership traits to strive for on a daily basis
Anonymous Answer
I would say that I am a cross between transformational and servant leadership. I like to look at everything with a discerning eye and see if there is a way to do it better. I want to encourage others to get outside their comfort zones and push their limits. I never think twice about helping out when I am asked"”because I know that my own to-do list will still be there when I return. When students behavior escalates, I would offer to give that teacher time to build trust. I would go in and teach a lesson while the teacher and student play a game. Time invested in making that child felt valued will be returned.
Alexandra's Feedback
Great answer! You have really thought this through and shown examples of how you employ your leadership.
Anonymous Answer
I lead by example. I keep myself in a positive mindset which flows to my students and colleagues, aspiring them to want to do the same. I keep my students' and colleagues' best interests at heart and ensure that I am feeling safe, comfortable, and appreciated.
Rachelle's Feedback
It sounds like you are a lovely person to work with, and an effective leader. Good response!
Anonymous Answer
My style is to be quite visionary, I encourage others to think big and then work back from there. I don't want my team to limit their vision because of perceived barriers. Most can be overcome. I also encourage staff to work closely together, collaborating can take the stress out of most situations.
Stephanie's Feedback
You do a good job describing your leadership style; I can almost picture you leading you to a bold, innovative team! Good for you!
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I have adopted a transformational leadership approach. I like to focus on the bigger picture by being proactive and celebrating individuality to empower creativity making individuals feel real ownership of the organization. I am a neutral leader with clear expectations showing the rules apply equally to everyone. I like to build on a shared vision.
Stephanie's Feedback
You share some very positive leadership qualities here! To make your response even more compelling, you should add a specific example or two. For example, you mention that you like to empower creativity. Can you give an example of how this shows up in your work? Is there a recent time that you empowered the creativity of someone on your team?
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