What is your experience with parenting programs?
A job that involves students would involve their parents. It would also help to research the general profile of the students in the school so you have an idea of the kind of parents you will encounter (e.g. middle class/upper class, rural/suburban) That way, you can tailor fit your answer depending on their profile.
"There was a time when we had to conduct an information drive on negative effects of bullying and we had to involve the Parent-Teacher Association to create a symposium. It was challenging to get everybody together to plan the event, but because I was able to discuss the objective of the program to everyone involved, it became easier to get their support. Overall, the event was a success, and as a follow through, we allot a section of our succeeding Parent-Teacher meetings by discussing any concerns, incidents or questions that they may have regarding bullying."
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 have received training in PCIT, Parent-Child Interactive Therapy, and have presented some of these materials to interested parents. I have also referred parents, who have children who are difficult, to the Parent Project, which is a program to help manage behavioral concerns.
Stephanie's Feedback
From this response, it's evident that you have received significant training in supporting parents. My only feedback would be changing the wording around "children who are difficult," as this could be misunderstood in a negative way. Instead, you could refer to these young people as "children exhibiting behavioral concerns," or "children experiencing difficulties." This type of language is a bit more strengths-focused.
