What was the most frustrating thing that has happened to you as a teacher?

The interviewer wants to hear what pushes your buttons and gets you frustrated as an educator. Without being too negative, share a frustrating experience and how you made the best of it. It is common to grow frustrated at some point at work, so be honest but keep your answer positive and explain how you responded positively to adversity.

"The most frustrating situation was really just a misunderstanding that needed to be cleared up. One week, several lessons hadn't been completed by my teaching partner, and I was frustrated that she wasn't holding up her end of things. I decided to assume the best and ask her if everything was ok. She let me know that she had several lessons done that just weren't yet placed in our shared folder, but that she had been ill and wasn't totally caught up. I always try to assume the best and ask questions before jumping to conclusions. I know life happens, and I would want to be extended that same grace."