How to Answer: What are your qualifications for this position?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Student Teacher job interview.
8. What are your qualifications for this position?
How to Answer
Even though you have a resume to share with the interviewer, they want to know what qualifications stand out to you. By sharing your background, you can speak yourself up in a humble way. The more you share, the more things you will have at your disposal to impress the interviewer.
Written by Shane Reinhard on February 15th, 2021
Answer Example
"I received my education from the University of Syracuse and graduated top-5 in my class. My focus area was in English education with a minor in E.L.L. I have also been certified in Sign Language and Spanish."
Written by Shane Reinhard on February 15th, 2021
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Anonymous Answer
"My qualifications for this position include A Bachelor's Degree in History Education from Duke University. Also, I have certifcations in U.S. History and World History."
Shane's Feedback
Also, speak to your experience as a student teacher. What have your learned to make your more qualified? This will give perspective for a more recent experience as well.
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Anonymous Answer
"I have a bachelor's degree in English language major from Hanoi University in Vietnam. I also have passed the core Praxis tests."
Rachelle's Feedback
Good start! It would be helpful for you to include details for the interviewer on your coursework and precisely how these qualifications will help you succeed in this role.