Table of Contents
Preface to the Revised and Expanded Edition vii
Acknowledgements ix
Introduction xi
Before the Interview 1
What You Need to Know About Interviews 3
Preparing for the Interview: 10 How To's 11
Interview Formats and Types 27
Don't Mess Up! 43 Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make 41
During the Interview 59
Put Your Best Foot Forward (the Nonverbal Edge) 61
The Single-Most Important Question You Must Always Answer! 79
123 Basic Interview Questions (+ 123 Fantastic Responses) 85
25 Zingers! (And 25 Dynamite Answers) 165
Hypothetical and Situational Scenarios 185
Questions You Should Ask (and Questions You Shouldn't) 193
Illegal Questions 205
After the Interview 213
32 Questions to Ask Yourself 215
Follow-Up and Follow-Through 219
Reality Check 225
Non-Traditional Candidates: What You Need to Know 229
Your Personal Checklist For Interview Success 237
Your Questions Answered 239
Web Resources 247
Resources for Teachers (and Teachers-to-be) 249
Index 253
Bonus Chapter! - Ace Your Teacher Resume (and Cover Letter) 261