Reading Teacher Mock Interview

Master 30 Reading Teacher interview questions covering literacy instruction, assessment strategies, and differentiation.

WRITTEN BY AUDRA KRESINSKE
QUESTION 1 OF 30

Why do you want a career as a reading teacher?

When answering this question, you can absolutely incorporate a personal story or the journey that led you to apply for the role. You could also talk about what inspired you to become a teacher in the first place.

"When I was in elementary school, I personally had a tough time with reading. I had a teacher who would take additional time out of her day to help me. She made sure I didn't fall behind. When I looked back, years later, and realized how important her role was in my education, it really inspired me to follow the same career path. I want to be a reading teacher because I understand the importance of making a difference in a child's life. And, I am really good at it because I genuinely care."

Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.

Anonymous Answer

I love working with children. I love to see how they progress from emergent to fluent readers.

Rachelle's Feedback

These are good, fundamental reasons to desire a career as a reading teacher! I encourage you to think of ways that you can add to this response, perhaps personalizing with a story that the interviewer will connect with. This addition would ensure that your answer does not fall flat or get 'lost in the crowd.'

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Audra Kresinske
30 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS · READING TEACHER
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