How to Answer: How do you feel about working overtime to meet your deadlines and other goals?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Vocational Education Teacher job interview.
24. How do you feel about working overtime to meet your deadlines and other goals?
How to Answer
You may want to share any commitments you have to things outside of work, but it is wise to accept the overtime ask from time to time. Without promising anything you can't commit to, share that you would be open to overtime in order to perform at your best for students.
Written by Audra Kresinske on January 15th, 2022
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
While your working hours will likely be outlined in your contract, teaching is not your typical 9-5. Lots of extra hours go into planning lessons, setting up your room, assisting students, and fulfilling other responsibilities at the school. Let the interviewer know you are aware of this and without overpromising or overextending yourself, you would welcome the idea of overtime from time to time.
Written by Audra Kresinske on January 15th, 2022
Answer Example
"I feel comfortable working overtime. Especially with some notice, I am happy to work additional hours from time to time in order to meet deadlines and assist students. I've also considered sponsoring an extracurricular club, so I feel ready for the commitment that teaching and the club would require."
Written by Audra Kresinske on January 15th, 2022