Student Teacher Mock Interview
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Question 5 of 30
Explain your greatest weakness and how you work to improve it.
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Shane Reinhard is a high school English teacher focused on English 9 Honors, English 11, Yearbook/Journalism, and AP Seminar.
This question is one of the most common ones in an interview. An interviewer wants you to be honest about your flaws but also proactive in how you try to make it a strength. Do not feel sheepish with this question because the interviewer understands that no one is perfect and will not hold it against you.
Shane Reinhard is a high school English teacher focused on English 9 Honors, English 11, Yearbook/Journalism, and AP Seminar.
"My greatest weakness is classroom management. When working with students, it can be challenging to know what to do when a child acts out. I have been connecting with fellow teachers and looking for resources to help me in this area. I would also be willing to have experienced teachers come and observe my class to give me feedback."
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My biggest weakness is assessing students. I want to make the experience educational, but I want to make it fun as well. It is hard for me to find that balance.
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Assessing can look a lot of ways. Of course, the traditional quiz, test, or essay will do. But, you can use platforms like Kahoot! and Google applications to help you along in the right direction.
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