Reading Teacher Mock Interview
Master 30 Reading Teacher interview questions covering literacy instruction, assessment strategies, and differentiation.
Question 3 of 30
Describe a situation where you had to make a quick decision.
How to Answer
Example Answer
Community Answers
Audra Kresinske is an educator with over 7 years experience teaching English and employment readiness skills.
This is a great time to give an example of a time when you needed to make a quick decision that resulted in a positive outcome. Try to describe a meaningful situation where you had to weigh options and find a solution. Make sure to highlight your unique strengths that came in to play. Provide relevant context and be sure to talk about the resolution and the positive outcome.
Audra Kresinske is an educator with over 7 years experience teaching English and employment readiness skills.
"Last month, I was teaching a class of 15 students when one of the students passed out. Rather than scaring the children, I quickly called the Principal and asked her to move my students to another room and call the school nurse. We had the situation under control immediately. Rather than panicking and freezing in fear, I was able to manage the situation with little distraction to the rest of the school."
Write Your Answer
0 - Character Count
Anonymous Answer
I was in the middle of doing a mini-lesson in a Learning Center class when my student got a bloody nose. I quickly got him a box of tissue, and I had him sit for a minute holding the middle of his nose. I regrouped the other students. I quickly got back to my lesson without too much time lost. After a few minutes, his nose did not stop bleeding, so I had a friend of his escort him down to the nurse's office. I avoided a possible bloody mess on the floor and all over the student's clothes. I got him the care he needed, and I managed to contain the class.
Rachelle's Feedback
The exciting adventures of a teacher! :) You handled the situation well, and it's great that you mentioned keeping the other kids safe and under control throughout the event. Nicely done!
Unlock All 30 Reading Teacher Questions
Unlock expert responses for phonics, comprehension, and intervention interview questions.
Get StartedJump to Question