How to Answer: Why did you decide to teach adults?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a GED Teacher job interview.
3. Why did you decide to teach adults?
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User Answers
1. They are my targeted audience.
2. I connect with them better.
3. Students has more to bring to the conversation.
4. Education is important. I will show them that they are capable and that they deserve a second chance and be part of their success.
5. I have taught adults in the past and I enjoyed it.
6. I am a lifelong learner and I believe that education has the power to change lives.
7. I can better relate and connect with the adult or near adult population which helps develop relationships and improves student success.
8. I was raised in a very family oriented household. As the youngest of three I was able to spend the most time with my parents and saw the struggles of lacking some basic adult education needs like using technology or communicating in a different language.
9. I decided to teach adults because I believe that it is never too late to obtain an education and I have the utmost respect for adults who are brave enough to go back to school to better their lives.