I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Teach for America (New Haven, CT) in Sep 2013
Interview
Very extensive, rigorous interview process. Starts with a written application (includes essays, etc.), then candidates typically receive a phone interview, then a final in-person interview. Final interview takes about 5 hours. Includes group dialogue, sample 5 minute lesson plan (keep it simple! stick with a lesson that has super basic components such as 3 branches of government), and one-on-one interview. One-on-one was practically identical to phone interview. Use this time to give an update on a project you discussed on the phone interview.
The interview was relaxed and they were certainly there to help. They made it clear they would help you through the whole process of becoming a teacher with your own mentor guiding you.
easy and fun, lots of help through the process. Very helpful and kind, lots of responsiveness. everyone has a clear vision of the mission, and wants to achieve it. Loved it.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you take care of yourself in a high stress job?
It's a one-hour interview covering both technical and behavioral rounds, including a case study. So, prepare to discuss your skills, past experiences, and walk through your problem-solving approach for a real-world business scenario.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked me to walk them through a case study, explaining how I would approach the problem, structure my analysis, and recommend a solution. They focused on my thought process, communication, and ability to connect insights to business outcomes.
