Interview Do's and Don'ts

You should research the school before the interview and be prepared to explain why you want to work at THAT school.

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You should not practice answering common interview questions so that you sound more authentic in the interview.

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You should dress in casual attire that you would wear on a typical school day, not a suit.

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Log on to the meeting ten minutes early so to make sure you can get into the meeting.

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Chew gum or bring something to fidget with if you get nervous.

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Make eye contact with everyone in the meeting, especially the person you are speaking to.

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Listen carefully to the questions asked. Ask the interviewer to restate a question if you are confused.

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Answer questions as directly as possible. Be specific in your answers, and stick to the question as much as possible.

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Talk in general terms about your skills. Avoid using examples to show how your skill and abilities would fit the job requirements.

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When asked about your weaknesses, tell the interviewer that you don't have any.

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