Likely Interview Questions For Teachers

Teachers may be viewed differently than other professionals.

Basically, a classroom teacher is undoubtedly the single most important individual who directs student success. The importance of effective teachers in societal change cannot be underestimated.

Although teachers are relegated to the lowest background in Nigeria, they form the bedrock of social, economic and political transformation in any given society. They are poorly paid workers inspite of their load work in reshaping lives.

Inspite of this ugly development, graduates from higher institutions of learning rush to pick teaching jobs, especially government owned schools. Getting the teaching jobs is another problem as many do not even know how to go about answering some likely questions.

In this article, we shall examine in a simple diction, what it means to be a professional teacher, exhibit professionalism in the field of education from the perspective of practicing teachers, their duties, qualifications, skills and what they believe in and likely questions to meet and how to go about them.

A teacher prepares lesson notes or plans and educate students at all levels. A teacher also assigns homework, grade tests and document progress of students.

Teacher’s Duties

Ideally speaking, a teacher owns it as a responsibility or duty to:

• Develop and issue educational content including notes, tests, and assignments.
• Supervise classes to ensure all students are learning in a safe and productive environment.
• Organize supplies and resources for lectures and presentations.
• Deliver personalized instruction to each student by encouraging interactive learning.
• Plan and implement educational activities and events.
• Ensure your classroom is clean and orderly.
• Prepare and distribute periodic progress reports and semester report cards.
• Attend parent-teacher meetings.
• Evaluate and document students’ progress.
• Allocate and grade homework, assignments, and tests.

Educational qualification:

Teachers in Nigerian schools hold a Bachelors degree, NCE or OND in teaching. In addition, they are supposed to have the following skills:

• In-depth knowledge of teaching methods and legal educational procedures.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-organized with excellent leadership abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.

Common Teacher Interview Questions

When you are looking for a teaching job, expects questions like:

• Why do you want to be a teacher?
• What is your teaching philosophy?
• Why should we hire you to teach here?
• How can you help our school/students?
• What do you find most frustrating about teaching?
• What are your strengths as a teacher?
• Tell me about your teaching style
• How have you helped a “tough” student?

In summary, job seekers in the categories of University graduates, NCE or its equivalent who want to make a full career in teaching jobs should see the information provided here very useful and educative. They should painstakingly research to be well equipped and prepare themselves adequately for the job.