High School Teacher Mock Interview
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Question 26 of 33
Tell me about your leadership qualities.
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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.
The interviewer would like to know what you consider to be strong leadership qualities. When describing leadership qualities, try to avoid general terms and give some unique ideas.
A great leader is someone who people naturally want to follow. They have exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with nearly any personality type. A respected leader will take ownership for their mistakes and will always lead their team by example. True leaders see the importance in motivating others and recognizing even the smallest achievements. Which of these qualities do you most identify with?
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 have taken many workshops and courses to improve my leadership skills over the years. My leadership qualities are best summed as dedicated, attentive, and motivating. I like to recognize my students' small wins because that motivates them to continue achieving."
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In the past, I have assisted and took leadership in school breakfast clubs. I also have over 500 hours of volunteering at schools where I spent most of the time working with students in small groups to teach a specific expectation, for example, understanding fractions.
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Volunteer experience is always looked at favorably by interviewers so this is an excellent addition. Very good answer!
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