What can I expect for "round two" for a job interview?

Question

I've made it through the first round interview for a daycare "lead teacher" or "teaching assistant" position at a private school. My second interview will be within a few days. I have never been in a "round two" situation before, so I would like to have some ideas on what to possibly expect.

Thanks in advance!

Janet

Answer 1

More than likely to be hands-on, spending time in your possible room, interacting with kids.

Answer 2

Congrats on landing a second interview! I just graduated with my teaching degree and had previously worked with preschool children with emotional disturbances, so I know exactly what age group you're wanting to be with, and trust me, they are fantastic!

First of all, don't stress!   You'll be great!  There's nothing better than an employee who shows their PASSION for children and learning. A couple key points to mention when applying for jobs in education:

* Holistic learning - treating the child as an individual and teaching the child as they are. We can't change children to meet the needs of our curriculum, we have to change the curriculum to meet the needs of the child. Some kids may need more one-on-one, other may need more challenging tasks (for example, they might already be reading).

* Multiple intellgences - Children learn in all different ways, so therefore, we must use a variety of instructional strategies in order to best meet their needs. Some students are visual/spacial learners, so give them diagrams, worksheets, photos, etc. Other students are mathematical, so give them equations and mesaurements. Yet other students are interpersonal, so let them work in cooperative groups and in teams to complete a task.

* Positive encouragement - Especially with younger kiddos, this is crucial! Look for good behaviors and good attempts, and make sure to let the children know you appreciated it. Give them specific feedback as to what went well - i.e. "Wow, Billy, thank you for sharing your toy truck with Amanda when she asked for it, that was very respectful of you." Positive encouragement builds the foundation for self-esteem and respectful interactions.

* Community of learners - Parents are a crucial part of a child's learning environment. Make sure to mention you look forward to working WITH parents in creating the best education and experience for their student. Giving feedback through meetings or even just short notes give parents the insight they look forward to and the information they need. Make sure to mention you would REACH OUT to parents, in order to include them in the preschool experience and would ENCOURAGE them to participate in class as much as possible.

Whew! Sorry for the long-winded answer! Just wanted to give you some basics that they very likely would ask you in a second interview, you know, the "meat" of the job :)

Hope these tips help and I wish you the best of luck...come back and let me know how it went! :)

Answer 3

You will probably be interviewed by the first person and the person who does the actual hiring.  Lots of questions, might be almost the same type of questions, so be prepared.  Also ask how many other people are being considered for the same position before you leave.  Follow-up with a "thank you email" the next day.

Answer 4

They may observe you in a classroom but this is just a guess

Answer 5

Could be behavioral questions like; How would you react in this type of situation? Or it could be an observation of how you interact with the children. I would just be yourself and know your stuff. Good luck.

Answer 6

In my experience the second interview has been when the initial person has decided they like you and they want you to come back to meet the other people you will be working with.  They want to know if you will be liked by them as well.  Then if everyone is in agreement they will hire you.  So, knock their socks off!

Answer 7

They may ask you more specific questions about your training & experience, like what you can do, more specifically.  Can you write a lesson plan?  Do you know CPR? Have you worked with disabled children?

They may give you sample situations & ask for your reaction.  What would you do if a child in your group had a seizure?  What would you say if a boy told another boy his father was wrong to be a soldier?

Answer 8

Sometimes a round two interview is just so you can meet with different people...after a screening first round.

Good luck!