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Question 21 of 33 for our High School Teacher Mock Interview

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Question 21 of 33

What is your teaching philosophy?

According to the University of Minnesota, a teaching philosophy is a self-reflective statement of your beliefs about teaching and learning. It should also discuss how you put your beliefs into practice by including concrete examples of what you do or anticipate doing in the classroom. Every teacher, you should have a base philosophy that drives and motivates them every day. Talk to the interviewer about your philosophy on teaching. It's best to write this out and memorize it- similar to how a sales person would have an elevator pitch.

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  • 21. What is your teaching philosophy?

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      According to the University of Minnesota, a teaching philosophy is a self-reflective statement of your beliefs about teaching and learning. It should also discuss how you put your beliefs into practice by including concrete examples of what you do or anticipate doing in the classroom. Every teacher, you should have a base philosophy that drives and motivates them every day. Talk to the interviewer about your philosophy on teaching. It's best to write this out and memorize it- similar to how a sales person would have an elevator pitch.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on March 30th, 2021

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      "My teaching philosophy is that every student can learn a specific expectation or skill. However, the means of how they go about to attain this knowledge may vary from student to student. A teacher must know their students in terms of their learning styles, strengths, and challenges."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      Your teaching philosophy comes from a genuine place, which the interviewer will be able to see right away. Great response!
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