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As an administrator, what do you see as your primary mission?
Upon what basis do you believe school priorities should be established?
What would be your first priority in this position?
What are the most important characteristics of an effective school?
What are the three most important goals you would want to reach in our school? Why?
What do you consider to be examples of appropriate instructional practices?
What instructional strategies would you want new teachers to be sure to employ? How would you ensure this?
Describe an effective classroom.
How have you demonstrated your belief that all students can learn at high levels?
Explain your philosophy on educating students.
What do you see as the major role of the principal?
What role do you see for the principal in school-based decision making?
What skills as a chairperson/facilitator do you bring to the school council?
How will you maintain staff morale when “the pressure is on” in a high stakes testing
How would you encourage a teacher who is discouraged? A student? A parent?
Give your definition of collaboration.
How would you develop the team concept with your staff? With the community?
How will you work with the school counselor (or assistant principal) to improve student and staff relationships?
What specific steps would you take to build rapport with staff?
What is the principal’s role in assisting teachers in team planning and teaching?
How do you address the cultural diversity within the faculty, staff and students?
How do you monitor staff members in their compliance with the State Code of Ethics?
Tell us about a time when you had to make a difficult decision, and you knew that whatever you decided, some people would be unhappy.
What steps would you follow if a teacher did not comply with your recommendations after a classroom visit?
How do you react when a parent calls and is upset with something you have done?
What role would the business community serve in a school under your supervision?
Please describe the role you feel parents should play in the operation of the school.
As a building administrator, what message would you want your school to convey when visitors walk into the building?
When dealing with a discipline problem with a student, what is your major concern?
Describe ways you contribute to or facilitate collegial support and staff morale.