How do you like to encourage ideas in other teachers?

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The interviewer would like to know how you have encouraged others to think creatively. Encouragement to others is a great skill to possess. Talk to the interviewer about your ability to promote creative ideas in your fellow teachers.

"Here are some ways that you can encourage ideas in others:

- Get to know them and what they like to work on
- Send an encouraging email letting them know you like their plan or ideas
- Publicly praise their efforts
- If they are doing a great job, offer them more related opportunities
- If you are a leader, then tell them that you like their ideas
- Say things like 'Well done' or 'Nice work' regularly
- Show that you believe in their quality of work before they even deliver it"

"I like to encourage other people to be creative in their thinking and present ideas to the school, no matter how off the wall they may seem. Some of our most successful teachers are ones who are confident in their ability to bring forward their unique ideas. Our school encourages participation through an open door policy and strong praise for those who show initiative."

"I encourage my fellow teachers, and teacher assistants, to tap into the best parts of themselves. It helps to ask probing questions to get them to generate ideas on their own. I have found that by painting a long-term vision for where I want the center to go, my team will often jump in with creative solutions to get us there."

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"I am always looking for ways to encourage other teachers and share ideas. I encourage teachers to bounce ideas off of me, and I will give them feedback, and I may offer a suggestion on how I would personally adapt that idea for students. I also am encouraging and praising other teachers on a lesson or art idea."