Many parents choose to set up an interview with a teacher prior to scheduling a class.  To this point, all interviews have resulted with the parents scheduling a class.   The interview is primarily a way for the parents to see how distance learning works for their child, and this includes whether the child and the teacher have a connection despite the distance.   Therefore, the primary goal of the interview is to develop rapport and trust with the student and their parents.   All of our teachers are professionals, and the A+ curriculum offers a standardized approach to delivering content.  This content can be customized to suit each child, and the teachers frequently supplement with additional material based on each student’s interest.  Below are a few tips and information based on the successful interviews that we’ve had.

• Interviews are scheduled according to your availability as specified when you registered.  We schedule interviews in as little as 48 hours, so please check your email daily.  If you have a conflict, let Admin know immediately.
• When you receive an email regarding an interview – respond with a quick ‘got it’ email, so we know that you are on deck.  If we cannot confirm the interview 24 hours in advance, we may suggest the parent select another teacher to interview.
• Five minutes prior to the interview time, please be on Skype so Admin knows you are ready.  At this time, you can also Click Join a meeting from Zoom and enter Admin’s meeting code:  5556667890
• When the interview begins – remember to SMILE!  Introduce yourself, and let the child and/or parent introduce themselves.
• Begin the interview by sharing your professional education, credentials and experience – tell them why you love teaching.   Ask the child about their school and their desire to learn
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• Have some questions at the ready:   In what city do you live?  What do you like to do for fun? What is your favorite subject?  Do you play a sport?  Do you watch sports?  Do you have any pets?  I see you are interested in (science, language arts, social studies) what do you like most about this subject?  What do you hope to learn in class?
• When speaking – remember to speak slowly, much slower than your normal speech rate.  The student may be good with English, but they are still learning and working hard to process.  Also  – think carefully when you choose your words – keep the language simple. If the rate of speech is too fast, or the choice of words too complex, the student may not feel as though they can succeed in class.
• Ensure the student has sufficient time to talk, and give them extra time to form their thoughts.  It is important that they speak as much as possible.