The past few weeks have been such a roller coaster of emotions. About 3 weeks ago I interviewed for a job at my district. I was really hoping for the Kindergarten position, but would be happy to accept whatever (there was also a 4th and a 6th opening). Walking into the interview room was sooo nerve wrecking!
I have worked in the district for 5 years and know most of the administrators in the interview panel. I felt so much pressure to do well for my Principal who has invested so much and has placed so much trust in me. I certainly did not want to disappoint her.
The interview flowed like a fast paced dream. I answered the questions and I was sure I spoke supernaturally fast. I laughed and made small jokes, but was super nervous on the inside. It went faster and quicker than I imagined.
I can only remember a few questions:
- What educational and professional experiences make you well prepared for the position?
- How would you incorporate technology in the classroom?
- What would your previous or current parents and colleagues say about you?
- What fictional character do you best identify with and why?
- How have you prepared to teach to the new Common Core Standards?
- Is there anything else you would like the panel to know?
- (there were 4 others that I simply cannot remember)
The answers flowed out of my mouth and I couldn't really remember much of what I answered. I do know that I prayed all the way there and I'm sure God had all to do with whatever it was I said.
The next day as I was teaching a group of 1st graders math, I heard my cell phone ring, but obviously did not answer. Next thing, I hear the class phone ring (which is a miracle because it normally doesn't work) and it was our school secretary asking me if I could take a call from our Assistant Superintendent. Uhhhh....YES!
She offers me the job and said other things I can't remember, I was super blessed and excited.
So now here I am waiting to go decorate my new classroom after meeting my new Kindergartners I cannot wait to get started!!!
God is good and I cannot thank him enough for the lovely support and way in which he works his blessings into my life.
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