1. Tell us do you like kids?

You'd better if you want to do a good job teaching. Kids know if you don't like them and they will not respect you if you don't like them.

2. I walk into your class..describe to me what's going on and why?

Are they going to fit in with your school? Are they ok with a noisy class? That's my favorite. Or do they favor the sit and get method of teaching?

3. Tell us what strategies would you use to help struggling students?

Everyone learns differently and the great teachers are not the ones who help the students who get it easily but the ones who help the struggling students.

4. Please explain your discipline philosophy?

You use lots of positive reinforcement. You are firm, but you don't yell. You have appropriate consequences for inappropriate behavior. You have your classroom rules posted clearly on the walls. You set common routines that students follow. You adhere to the school's discipline guidelines. Also, emphasize that you suspect discipline problems will be minimal because your lessons are very interesting and engaging to students. Don't tell the interviewer that you “send kids to the principal's office” whenever there is a problem. You should be able to handle most discipline problems on your own. Only students who have committed very serious behavior problems should be sent to the office.

5. Explain what are your thoughts on team-teaching?

I am sure many of you have participated in team-teaching and realize the benefits of this strategy. The interviewer who asks this question wants to discover, if you are flexible, enjoy working in a team environment, have experience in this area, and what your viewpoints are on the subject.

It is always wise to speak about some of the positive aspects of team-teaching, such as:

It is an effective strategy for teaching large groups of students. Encourages teachers to collaborate and generate ideas ... two heads are always better than one! Talk about team-teaching experiences you have had, and the positive results that transpired.

If you haven't had any hands-on experience, you may explain that you enjoy working in a team setting and are excited about the possibility of participating in this approach. OR, maybe you have done some reading on the subject and can share some of the insights you gained with the interviewer ... this will definitely be impressive!

Furthermore, it is vitally important to be honest when answering all questions during the interview. Organizing your thoughts in advance will serve to help you deliver truthful and concise responses, while highlighting the skills you possess that are most compatible with the needs of the school or district.

6. What strategies would you use to attract and retain women and minorities in your program?

If they don't know this is an issue and haven't thought about strategies for it they may not be ready.

7. Explain how do you make sure you meet the needs of a student with an IEP?

An IEP is an "individualized education plan." Students with special needs will be given an IEP, or a list of things that you must do when teaching the child. An IEP might include anything from "additional time for testing" to "needs all test questions read aloud" to "needs to use braille textbook." How do you ensure you're meeting the needs of a student with an IEP? First, read the IEP carefully. If you have questions, consult a special education teacher, counselor, or other staff member who can help you. Then, you just make sure you follow the requirements on the IEP word for word. When necessary, you may be asked to attend a meeting in which you can make suggestions for updating the IEP. Your goal, and the goal of the IEP, is to make sure the student has whatever he or she needs to be successful in your class.

9. General In Charge Computer Science Department Interview Questions:

☛ Can they relate to age group of the students
☛ Can they communicate?
☛ Do they like to learn? Are they excited about learning? Are they still actively learning?
☛ Are they disciplined? With themselves and in the classroom. Can they mange their time?
☛ Not only can they teach but do they like to teach?
☛ Do they have high expectations?
☛ Do they know the tools (Windows, MacOS , IOS, Android)
☛ Can they program?
☛ Do they know the software?
☛ Can they handle large classes
☛ Is there 1-on-1 coaching
☛ Can they make a lecture interesting?
☛ Are they flexible in classroom environment
☛ Are there self-paced classes and can they work with that?
☛ What approaches will you bring to the classroom to make this subject matter worth learning?
☛ Why is Grace Hopper worth knowing about?
☛ What do you do when you've got a kid who, despite repeated attempts, just doesn't get it?
☛ What was your favorite part in the movie "The Imitation Game"?
☛ Are you ready / willing to share your "war stories" with the class, to help humanize the subject?
☛ In your opinion, how does CS apply to everyone's every day lives?
☛ What does "rigorous computer science curriculum" mean to you?
☛ How would you implement a rigorous computer science curriculum while ensuring that students who have no prior computing experience can have a class that is both rigorous and accessible?
☛ What are the most important topics to teach the beginning computer science student and why?

10. Top In Charge Computer Science Department Interview Questions:

☛ Describe your current line of research and explain its clinical relevance. What aspects of your research are innovative?
☛ What do you believe is a researcher's obligation for dissemination of results?
☛ What experience and success have you had in acquiring research grant support?
☛ What research equipment, personnel, and supply requirements do you have?
☛ Describe the courses you have taught by summarizing the course content and assignments required.
☛ Explain how you grade students' written work. How have you handled conflicts with students over grades and assignments?
☛ How would you handle an episode of academic misconduct?
☛ Define "integrity" and explain at least two ways that you have demonstrated this trait in your research and teaching.
☛ How have your prior jobs contributed to your professional skills and attitude?
☛ Why are you interested in a position at this university?
☛ What strengths and expertise will you contribute to our department?
☛ In what ways do you feel you can lend support to your colleagues?
☛ List three areas of weakness that you wish to improve on.
☛ How will you be a role model for our students? In your opinion, what personal and professional traits are desirable for mentoring students?

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