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Question 21 of 25 for our Social Studies Teacher Mock Interview

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Question 21 of 25

What is your greatest strength? How does it help you as a teacher?

Which personal strengths make you an excellent social studies teacher? Advantages can be skills or qualities that help you overcome difficult circumstances or accomplish challenging tasks. In a work context, your strengths will help you to complete your to-do list, understand students needs, and guide you in your relationships with other members of your faculty.

In preparing for this type of question, list your strengths. You can narrow them down by thinking about how they help you as a teacher. Think of situations where your strengths help you shine, such as dealing with an unmotivated student or when teaching a topic that most students would find uninteresting.

For example, if you are an encourager and motivator, you could say that you love coaching your students. Give a specific instance, such as working with a student who was unmotivated and failing the class. This situation could incorporate multiple strengths, such as being strategic and observant, seeking to understand the problem and then coming up with a way that worked for the student to help empower them. Using examples helps the interviewer get a better picture of your strengths in action.

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  • 21. What is your greatest strength? How does it help you as a teacher?

      How to Answer

      Which personal strengths make you an excellent social studies teacher? Advantages can be skills or qualities that help you overcome difficult circumstances or accomplish challenging tasks. In a work context, your strengths will help you to complete your to-do list, understand students needs, and guide you in your relationships with other members of your faculty.

      In preparing for this type of question, list your strengths. You can narrow them down by thinking about how they help you as a teacher. Think of situations where your strengths help you shine, such as dealing with an unmotivated student or when teaching a topic that most students would find uninteresting.

      For example, if you are an encourager and motivator, you could say that you love coaching your students. Give a specific instance, such as working with a student who was unmotivated and failing the class. This situation could incorporate multiple strengths, such as being strategic and observant, seeking to understand the problem and then coming up with a way that worked for the student to help empower them. Using examples helps the interviewer get a better picture of your strengths in action.

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Entry Level

      "Some great strengths to mention are:

      - Communicative
      - Loyal
      - Collaborative
      - Tech Savvy
      - Flexible in Schedule/Availability
      - Persistent and Determined
      - Eager for Knowledge/New Skills"

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Experienced

      "My strongest skills as a teacher are my ability to be relatable and command the attention in a room. I relate to my students, get to know them and their needs, build a rapport and can make solid lesson plans that suit them."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "My greatest strength is that I am flexible, relatable, and at the same time command presence in the room. I can easily build rapport with the students and at the same time, command attention and respect in the room. I believe that establishing clear expectations and routine greatly helps in facilitating a smooth flow in the classroom and having the ability to build good rapport helps in gaining the cooperation of the students."

      Stephanie's Feedback

      These are very positive traits that translate perfectly into a classroom setting! You do a great job of highlighting your strengths.

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