It is important for you to learn as much about the district/school/position as you can before you go to the interview. However, you cannot learn everything you need to know in your preliminary research. It’s appropriate to ask general questions at the conclusion of the initial interview session. In fact, you may be asked if you have any questions. Have a few questions in mind when you go to your interview. It’s best to refrain from asking questions about salary and fringe benefits until you are actually offered a position.
Consider asking questions centered on the following topics:
* Programs, textbooks, and supplementary materials currently used in the building/classroom
* Availability of technology in the classroom
* Number of other professionals in your grade level/department
* Paraprofessional support for your students
* Assistive technology currently used in the classroom/program
* Counseling, guidance, social work personnel and services
* Demographics of student population
* Opportunities for staff development
* Reason the position is available (resignation, newly created position, retirement, etc.)
* Associated responsibilities with open position (after-school programs, clubs, coaching, tutoring, committees, etc.)
* Teacher mentoring program for beginning teachers
* Parent and community support for school programs
* District requirements for residency of staff
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