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Hi - I've been called back for a second interview (Thank God!) and I've been asked to teach a 30-minute lesson for a group of 2nd-3rd graders. What should I teach?

I really want to "Wow" the admins - any ideas would be appreciated. I haven't been given a particular subject and I'll probably have to buy any supplies, so any simple, but impressive lesson ideas would be appreciated.

Thank You.
azteacher Congratulations on the call-back! That's a real accomplishment in these times. I wasn't required to show a mini-lesson in my interview, but have felt plenty nervous before classroom evaluations, so I'll share what I think gets attention. First, you're right in keeping it simple. Admin. (and ultimately you, and the students) want to know what the re...See More
Jul 11, 2010
Alise Karoly Definitely spend a few minutes introducing yourself and letting the students know why you and they are there, as well as thanking them for their participation in your job interview. Don't just start teaching without establishing a connection and giving a run-down of what they will be doing in the 30 minutes you have together. Plan a short lesson- i...See More
Jul 12, 2010
Babs Congratulations....differentiation is a huge thing. Make sure whatever you teach involves all learning styles. Also, since you have no clue where the kids are academically, make sure you start out at the lower level of Bloom's and gradually rise. In addition, I would include a positive behavior system in place and make sure you go through the lesso...See More
Jul 14, 2010
Zodea Would it be feasible to have students write out tent cards with their names on it at the beginning of the interview? (unless they already have name tags), I'm sure they are 'good' kids but it is so much easier to redirect misbehavior if you know their names!

Also you can call on individual students much easier and I think it would make the...See More
Jul 17, 2010
Leah If you have not already done so, you might want to ask the 2nd and 3rd grade teachers for ideas. Just go to their chatboard on T-net.
Jul 17, 2010


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