Why did you become a teacher?

“I decided to become a teacher because of my high school Mathematics teacher Mr. Zakariya.
His students really responded to his teaching style and it completely changed the way that I saw
the world. He treated us like mature and intelligent individuals and was able to impart his
passion for the subject matter into the curriculum

Why do you want to work at this school?

“I would like to work at Admire Group of School because of the excellent reputation it has for
academics, athletics, and quality of education. Students are challenged to push themselves and
the abundance of O level and A level classes show that the school gives them the opportunity to
succeed. It is also well known that the parents are active in their children’s education and I
believe that is one of the most critical aspects of a successful education. It is also well known
that the teachers here are passionate about what they teach and it shows with performance and
test scores.”

What kinds of qualities do students look for in teachers?

“I think that students look for passion and credibility and can easily see when one or both are
present or absent. Teachers have different styles, but the passion and drive of a teacher is
essential. Teaching is a difficult job, but it is also one of the most important. Students need to
know that you are working hard, expect them to do the same, and will grade them fairly while
guiding them through the critical thinking process.”

What personality traits do teachers need to be successful?

“I concern that teachers need to have patience, flexibility, and self-discipline to be successful.
Teaching can be difficult and frustrating, but it is extremely rewarding and it takes a certain type
of individual to excel. Teachers have to consider state/local testing objectives when creating
lesson plans while making sure that students are able to master the subject material beyond what
is going to be on a test. Students also have different methods of learning and a teacher must be
able to adapt their lessons to ensure that all students are engaged and able to learn the material.”

What motivates you?

I’m motivated by a student-guided learning environment with great co-workers like you have
here. I loved that at my last school. It drove me to double my professional development hours. I
learned a lot about test-taking strategies, and my kids raised their averages by 20% in six months.

How do you interact with parents?

“Parents play a critical role in supporting their child’s education. I feel that it is extremely
important to engage them and ensure that a student is set up for success. I provide contact
information for parents and encourage them to contact me if they have any questions about their
child’s performance or progress. I believe in sending home periodic updates about what they
children are learning and what is being accomplished in the classroom. This way, parents are
able to ask their children how things are going and discuss the current curriculum and major tests
and projects.

What can you bring to our school that makes you unique?
I love science and exploring the natural world beyond the borders of the classroom. For that
reason, I started an after-school explorer’s club at my last school. We would go on nature hikes,
visit museums and invite local scientists and biologists to come speak to us about what they’re
working on and their research. The response was overwhelming and I have students who still
come up to me years later and tell me how much they loved our club and how it helped inspire
them to pursue careers in the sciences.

What frustrates you the most in a classroom?

I have to admit, I get frustrated by the kids who think they’re too cool for school and who float
through their day doing as little as possible and the teachers who play into that attitude. Rather
than turn that frustration into anger or simply ignore them and wait for a slacker to drift through
a year in my class, I turn that frustration into a challenge for both the student and myself.

What is your teaching philosophy?

I believe that the best learning opportunities are the ones that the students come up with
themselves. For that reason I spend every lunch hour on the playground with my students and
make myself available for them to ask me “playground-pop-quiz” questions. These questions
have ranged from everything from how is the ice cream we had at lunch made to exploring the
lifecycle of the mosquitos we found in a piece of playground equipment.

How would you get your classroom ready for the first day of school?
I want my classroom to be welcoming and nurturing. I also make the ground rules obvious. A
welcome sign and labeled desks help students feel at home from day one. Engaging posters and
other visual aids help create a sense of excitement. Beyond fun, a large list of rules and
consequences at the front of the room helps the class start on the right foot.