How to Answer: If you couldn't be a preschool teacher, what else would you be doing?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Preschool Teacher job interview.
17. If you couldn't be a preschool teacher, what else would you be doing?
How to Answer
The interviewer would like to know what other career interests you may have. A hiring manager will be able to tell a lot about your personality by learning about your other career interests. If you could do anything over, what would you do, and why?
Written by Ryan Brown on August 30th, 2020
Entry Level
"I have a variety of interests, in addition to being a preschool teacher. If I could not be a preschool teacher, I would say that I would explore further opportunities as a music or art therapist for children."
Written by Rachelle Enns on August 30th, 2020
Answer Example
"I certainly do not regret the direction I have taken my career; however, if I had to start over in a new direction completely, I would likely pursue my Degree in Design and become an interior designer. I enjoy decorating and creating comfortable spaces."
Written by Ryan Brown on August 30th, 2020
Experienced
"That is a challenging question! I cannot imagine being anything other than a preschool teacher. If I had to choose another career path, I would choose a career in the arts. I always had a penchant for acting and never did chase that dream. This dream is part of the reason why I so greatly enjoy teaching acting and music to my young students."
Written by Rachelle Enns on August 30th, 2020
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