Before going to work at a school you will more likely than not have to pass the interview and possibly have to do a demo lesson. Here are some tips to help you with these.

Typical Interview Questions

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By Sharon K Couzens de Hinojosa from the TEFL Tips website

Before going to work at a school you will more likely than not have to pass the interview and possibly have to do a demo lesson. Here are some tips to help you with these.

Typical Interview Questions

● What experience do you have?
● What levels have you taught?
● What course books are you familiar with?
● How do you keep up to date with teaching and methodology?
● How would you go about teaching…?
● What are your long term plans?
● What professional journals/periodicals/magazines are you familiar with?
● What can you, bring to this organization that no one else can?

The Demo Lesson

● Ask to observe the class beforehand and speak to the teacher
● Be prepared to make comments on the class and to suggest a suitable lesson
● Prepare thoroughly
● Don’t try and wow them too much. Just show them an accurate representation of how you would teach.
● Ensure you try out any technology, cue tapes etc beforehand.

About the author

Sharon K Couzens de Hinojosa is the creator and writer for TEFL Tips, The LA Job List, and The Ultimate Peru List. She enjoys answering people’s questions about TEFLing and Peru.