Social Studies Teacher Mock Interview

Question 3 of 25 for our Social Studies Teacher Mock Interview

Social Studies Teacher was updated by Rachelle Enns on September 23rd, 2019. Learn more here.

Question 3 of 25

How do you manage your time, even on the busiest days?

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The interviewer would like to know more about the types of tools you use to stay on task and meet deadlines. Discuss how you prioritize when everything demands your attention at once. Think about the ways you manage your projects and daily tasks.

"I like to be busy- it makes the hours pass faster and makes me feel productive. Something as simple as my iCalendar on my phone with alarms reminding me of what I'm supposed to be doing and when is helpful. I love to be busy and get things done!"

"I manage my time by exercising the idea of 'time-blocking.' This means that I won't incessantly check my email; instead, I will allow myself to return emails in 30-minute time blocks, four times per day. Setting calendar alerts and personal deadlines for myself has also helped a lot."

"Very carefully! I prioritize deadlines and work that needs to be done, then work backward from there. When necessary, I utilize my resources and will ask my teaching assistant to pitch in and contribute."

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"I manage my time by having a Google calendar with important dates and times on it, as well as my own written agenda with important dates and times on it. I also use daily checklists and cross them off as I complete tasks. I complete tasks in order of priority and what is due first."

Jaymie's Feedback

Great answer! Consider additional relevant aspects, like blocking time off at certain times to grade papers or review assignments or respond to emails, delegate tasks, handle an unexpected situation or crisis, reduce distractions, etc.

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How to Answer: How do you manage your time, even on the busiest days?

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3. How do you manage your time, even on the busiest days?

How to Answer

The interviewer would like to know more about the types of tools you use to stay on task and meet deadlines. Discuss how you prioritize when everything demands your attention at once. Think about the ways you manage your projects and daily tasks.

Written by Rachelle Enns

Entry Level

"I like to be busy- it makes the hours pass faster and makes me feel productive. Something as simple as my iCalendar on my phone with alarms reminding me of what I'm supposed to be doing and when is helpful. I love to be busy and get things done!"

Written by Rachelle Enns

Answer Example

"I manage my time by exercising the idea of 'time-blocking.' This means that I won't incessantly check my email; instead, I will allow myself to return emails in 30-minute time blocks, four times per day. Setting calendar alerts and personal deadlines for myself has also helped a lot."

Written by Rachelle Enns

Experienced

"Very carefully! I prioritize deadlines and work that needs to be done, then work backward from there. When necessary, I utilize my resources and will ask my teaching assistant to pitch in and contribute."

Written by Rachelle Enns

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Anonymous Answer

"I manage my time by having a Google calendar with important dates and times on it, as well as my own written agenda with important dates and times on it. I also use daily checklists and cross them off as I complete tasks. I complete tasks in order of priority and what is due first."

Jaymie's Feedback

Great answer! Consider additional relevant aspects, like blocking time off at certain times to grade papers or review assignments or respond to emails, delegate tasks, handle an unexpected situation or crisis, reduce distractions, etc.

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