I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Teach for America (Phoenix, AZ)
Interview
I was encouraged to apply by my a TFA recruiter at my undergraduate university. I had a background in nonprofit social service work (with hi-risk children and underserved communities) and was about to receive my BA in English Literature.
Even though I wasn't sure if I wanted to work for TFA, I applied online anyway, and was called back to attend a day-long interview with other applicants. We were told to prepare a short lesson, which I did (a poetry lesson). That same day, I had a one-on-one interview which went very well, and they seemed excited to have me join.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Lesson preparation. I had never officially taught younger students before in an academic setting.
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Teach for America
Interview
Process began with a 30 minute phone interview to assess whether there was a culture fit.
Then was given a round of exercises, followed by a call to discuss the exercises, and a couple behavioral questions.
Couple more rounds of phone interviews, followed by another round of exercises. I don't think this is common, but it can happen.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Scenario role play: A colleague is opposed to a project that you have been assigned to. You need her help to successfully complete the project. How would you address this.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Teach for America
Interview
I was contacted for a recruiting interview the summer between my sophomore and junior year in college by TFA. Interestingly enough, I was only contacted because I had signed up for TFA's contact list. I was just interested in TFA emails but I got much more. I spoke directly with a recruiter, and scheduled a phone interview. We spoke for around 40 minutes, but the interview was cut short by another appointment. I found the recruiter friendly, casual, and encouraging. After our conversation we continued to stay in contact. She would email me every couple weeks or so and really seemed interested in my opinion on education reform. I will be applying for TFA in the fall and have been really encouraged by her. All because I signed up for a silly mailing list.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
When did you recognize the education gap in your own life?