How to Answer: When did you make the decision to teach autistic students?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Special Education Teacher job interview.
11. When did you make the decision to teach autistic students?
How to Answer
This can be answered briefly by telling the interviewer about your first exposure working as a Special Education Teacher with autistic students.
Answer Example
"Working with autistic students wasn't always my area of focus. I was first exposed to it with school ABC and since then, it became my primary focus. I was passionate about it and did really well with that area of special education."
Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback
Anonymous Answer
"When my younger brother was diagnosed with Autism, I became interested in learning more about what Autism was, and this sparked my interest in special education."
Rachelle's Feedback
You have a personal tie to being a special education teacher, which will further ensure that you will bring your best to work with you every day :)