How to Answer: Why should we hire you?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a School Counselor job interview.
13. Why should we hire you?
How to Answer
This is your chance to highlight your best assets and what you can offer to the school. It is also an advantage if your beliefs or values are aligned with the school's so you can use it as leverage. However, be conscious of your tone. You want to sound confident of your skills, but not arrogant.
Written by Ryan Brown on August 12th, 2014
Answer Example
"Apart from my educational background and work experience, I believe that my values are very much aligned with the core values that your school espouses. For me, that is important especially as someone who represents the school and, who will work with the students and their parents very closely. I am also very passionate about this profession and I know that I can take on the responsibilities that this job requires."
Written by Ryan Brown on August 12th, 2014
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