High School Teacher Mock Interview

Master 33 High School Teacher interview questions covering classroom management, curriculum design, and student engagement.

Question 3 of 33

Which subject do you most enjoy teaching?

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Rachelle Enns

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 which subjects excite you! Whether you love teaching math, or have a penchant for the arts, show the interviewer that you have a true passion for your craft. There is no right or wrong answer here but be sure to avoid speaking poorly of a certain subject, especially if you may be asked to teach that curriculum down the road.

Rachelle Enns

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 enjoy a wide range of subjects; however, my favorite subject to teach is Chemistry. I like that it's so hands on, and the knowledge can be applied to many other areas of science and even math."

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I enjoy teaching business and accounting because I have expertise in that area as I used work as an accountant for a corporation for over ten years. However, I like working with students in any subject area because I am passionate about teaching and mentoring young people. Also, I believe in life-long learning so that any subject would be an interest to me.

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Your response does an excellent job showcasing your genuine interests without pigeonholing you into a specific area. Good answer!

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I enjoy teaching Biology the most. I love life science topics like ecology, evolution, biotechnology, and healthcare because these are all topics about us as living beings.

Chad's Feedback

Great! You clearly identify your preference for teaching Biology and life sciences, and do well to avoid speaking negatively of other subjects, which will be beneficial if you are asked to teach that curriculum in the future.

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33High School Teacher Interview Questions & Answers

1.What interests you most when it comes to teaching at the High School level?

2.Have you ever taught a class with special needs students, or students with a disability? If so, how did you adjust your teaching style or curriculum?

3.Which subject do you most enjoy teaching?

4.How would you handle a student being disruptive in the classroom?

5.How do you earn the respect of your students?

6.What qualities do you believe make an excellent teacher?

7.What area of professional development are you currently focused on?

8.What is the most challenging part of your job, as a teacher?

9.Tell me about a time that another teacher has influenced you.

10.How do want your students to remember you?

11.How often do you send your students with homework? What is your philosophy on homework?

12.Tell me about one of your own teachers that made an impact on you.

13.You have been hired as the newest member of our teaching team. How would you first introduce yourself to a group of parents, students, and teachers from our school?

14.What is your teaching philosophy?

15.In your opinion, what is the most rewarding part of being a teacher?

16.Why are you the best teacher for us?

17.How do you prepare students for standardized assessments?

18.What is your communication style with the parents of your students?

19.Have you ever received an award or special workplace accolade?

20.Out of curiosity, what type of student were you in high school?

21.What are you reading right now?

22.What types of activities keep you busy, outside of work?

23.Tell me something about yourself that I wouldn't know from reading your resume.

24.What motivates you?

25.How do you handle stress on the job?

26.Tell me about your leadership qualities.

27.What are your salary expectations?

28.How do you deal with distracting coworkers who stand in the way of your productivity?

29.Rate your communication skills from 1-10 with proper examples backing your given rating.

30.Would you say you are a better verbal or written communicator?

31.Describe an ongoing problem at your current or former employer that you were able to overcome.

32.When have you had to lead by example?

33.We were initially looking for someone with 5 years' experience in a similar role. Considering you have just 2 years' experience, would you be willing to accept this position at a lower salary?