Can you give me an example of a list of expectations for a preschool teaching job?

Question

I have an interview for a teacher asst job at a church preschool. The director told me to bring a list of my expectations? What exactly does that mean? Also, if you have any suggestions on the types of questions she might ask that are related to religion, I would appreciate it. Thanks!

Answer 1

Your expectations would be what you expect for pay, break times, etc. etc. Pretty much everything you want out of the job.

Um, she may just ask you if you are familiar with some of the things they will be teaching to the kids. It shouldn't be anything more than the basics, as they are Pre-schoolers.

Answer 2

I can't imagine why the director would want a list of your expectations.  I would think she would be giving you HERS.  The only thing I can think of is to find out how well you will mesh with the children.  Believe me, Church programs are very much underpaid.

One of the questions asked of prospective employees is where have you worshipped regularly in the past 5 years.  Other questions ask how would you incorporate the religious teachings into your day.  If you have a problem with praying and Jesus, please don't get involved with a Church preschool.  On the other hand, if you are "overly" religious, you can't cram your beliefs down the students' throats.

That list of expectations really bothers me!  Let me know how that goes.

Answer 3

And being an assistant think about how you are going to help the teacher. The expectations that I have for my teacher are to help me get the room prepped for the kids, sit on the floor with the kids during large group, she teaches a small group, helps me lesson plan and assists with activities, helps take monitoring notes and observations(things that we see the kids learning and doing to help themselves or their peers).  She also does conferences with me. I work for a head start program and it has high expectations so my assistant is my right hand. I hope this helps some and good luck!!