University of Northern Iowa
Out-of-State & International Student Teaching Center
Screening Interview Questions
Name:
Out of State
International
Tell us about student teaching experience that you are seeking and why. What
locations are you interested in learning more about that will lend them selves to that
type of experience?
Have you considered the following financial responsibilities of student teaching out
of state or internationally; housing, airfare, transportation, visas, vaccinations, living
expenses, and other travel documents?
What do you anticipate will be the difference between being a university student
and being a teacher with regards to professional behaviors and interactions?
Describe your current use of and comfort level with educational technologies.
What is your experience with lesson planning? Describe the purpose of daily and
unit lesson planning.
Describe one memorable moment from your past field experiences. What made it
successful or memorable?
Describe a time when you have demonstrated leadership qualities during your time
as a university student.
How do you anticipate that teaching today is unique form your own K-12 school
experience? What makes you uniquely prepared to teach today’s students?