Where do you see yourself five years from now?
Answer by telling the interviewer about your short-term goals as an assistant principal, preferably while reinforcing that your goals are related to the position and school for which you have applied. Should your short-term goals significantly differ from the job or school's immediate needs, the interviewer may assume you will leave the position too soon.
"Five years from now, I would like to have grown within the school and created strong relationships with the faculty here. I hope to move up the ladder and become a principal eventually. I wish to commit to my employer and contribute to the school's success."
"Five years from now, I would like to be supervising or managing a team of learning leaders. I feel like I am progressing at a rate that will make this a possibility."
"In five years, I would like to be seen as an authority in this school district. I want to be well-connected and trusted regarding my work in this community."
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
In five years, I would like to have grown in the school and become a prominent member of staff and students. Becoming well entrenched in the community as a member of my school is something I will strive to accomplish.
Cindy's Feedback
Very good start. Do you have career goals you can add to the mix? Is there any part of your background you'd like to grow? How can this organization get you there?
