Elementary Teacher Mock Interview
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Question 6 of 50
If a student said she thought you were the worst teacher she ever had, what would you say?
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Audra Kresinske is an educator with over 7 years experience teaching English and employment readiness skills.
Show your sensitivity and professionalism by describing the way that you would handle the situation in relational terms. Acknowledge the important relationship between teacher and student. Build on your answer by explaining how you would continue to foster a relationship with that student beyond this conversation.
Audra Kresinske is an educator with over 7 years experience teaching English and employment readiness skills.
"I'd acknowledge the way that they feel and ask them why they feel that way. I'd listen carefully to what they have to say because it'll give me a clue about how they want to be treated and taught. Beyond that conversation, I'd look for ways to be intentional about building a positive relationship with the student. I might ask them to lead an activity or offer them positive praise in front of the class."
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