Reflection On Mock Job Interview

Shantelle Jones is a 17-year old adolescent female who was referred to this agency following a brief hospitalization for a suicide attempt. She resides in Rural, Michigan with her paternal aunt, Ms. Wilson, who has become her adoptive parent, as well as her younger sister, her paternal grandmother, and an adult male cousin. During her intake appointment, Ms. Wilson stated that she would like Miss Jones to be less aggressive toward her sister, less rebellious, and to become compliant with the medical recommendations of the psychiatrist who treated her in the hospital. Miss Jones stated that she would not like counseling, but if it was necessary she would comply because she would like to be less depressed and have less strife in her home life.

I am currently enrolled in ELED 4803 Methods of Instruction with Dr. Morrison. One of our activities for class was a mock interview with Dr. Stout. We were told at the beginning of the course that he would be coming sometime to participate in the interview process with us. Dr. Stout came in on Monday August 24th 2015. We were given instruction ahead of time to dress professionally and be prepared for at least one question directly from Dr. Stout. He would direct a question to each individual and the entire class would be able to hear his response and feedback, allowing us all to learn from each question.

What do you consider to be your most important accomplishments on the job since your last review?

The interview process is something we have all gone through in order to get any job. It may not be our dream job but it is a job and we all have to do this process in order to even be able to start working. In Katy Piotrowski’s article “Preparing for the Job Interview: Know Thyself,” she explains everything that you need to know and not know when going to a job interview. Graduating college and having a Bachelor’s degree of Science in Nursing is what I look forward to doing in the next two years. I will be discussing myself applying for a position in the nursing department. Being the right candidate for this RN nursing position in hospice care requires a lot of hard work and dedication, and that is why I am a good candidate for this position.

My body is shaking and my mind is in shambles. The person reaches out their hand and I shake it with a slightly timid grip. Despite it being a mock interview, sweat slowly seeps out of my skin and keeps me on edge. Incoherent words pour out when the interviewer asks the first question. With each successive question they ask, I gradually get more comfortable with the intimidating atmosphere. However, by the end I have the feeling of defeat. The interviewer pulls up the video of the session, and they point out the stiffness of my body and the shakiness of my voice. Although my body language seems quite timid and recessed, a strength they point out is my ability to keep strong eye contact. With these constructive critiques in mind, I know that I have a lot to practice.

When conducting an interview I carefully read the contact with other. I knew I was interviewing someone from a different culture so I had to understand the ethnic community she was from which was Hispanic. I also was very focused on the professional self-disclosure because we were talking about a lot of personal things. I tried to humanize our relationship before I asked tough questions, this helps to create a sense of bonding. I was also very careful of my communication style, I always wanted to ask her questions in a positive manner and I was always actively listening to her responses.

In the roughly eleven-minute interview with my client, Alex, we discussed her need for case management services. She established her concerns that she wanted to address with me, as well as her current status in education, living arrangements, social supports, along with her history in the same areas. We also began to discuss (informally) the goals that she intends to reach with help of my services and other services she may be referred to. During the process, I learned about Alex’s strength and resilience. I also learned a lot about myself as an interviewer.

The mock interview assignment was a great experience for me and I felt well-prepared to complete the interviewing process to the best of my ability. There were times I felt anxious through the Skype interviewing process, because I do struggle with anxiety. However, I felt comfortable enough with Ms. Burton to share my weaknesses. My mock interview was focused toward graduate school and I could discuss my specific challenges with test anxiety. I remained upfront and honest with Ms. Burton about my test anxiety, but gave her vital solutions that I am using to help manage this issue.

BCOM 103: NON VERBAL COMMUNICATION PART A 1. PHYSICAL CARE AND CLOTHING You should look good and clean. Avoid unpleasant odours like smoke and sweat, make sure your hands are clean and that your hair is not in a mess. A good candidate takes good care of himself or herself. Start thinking about your ‘stage outfit’ a few days before your interview. This way you will have enough time to shine on stage without any additional stress. Choose an outfit that looks good, corresponds to the dress code and makes you feel good. If you are travelling for interview allow plenty of travel time! This way you will not need to run and sweat. Don’t smoke prior to your job interview and put a bottle of deodorant and a brush or comb in your bag. These are details

This is Kacy Norton from the mock interview on Monday, September 21st at 10:30. I just want to take the time to thank you for having me come in and practice my interviewing skills. I appreciate the time you took out of your day along with the friendly advice that will help me in the future. I’ll be sure to remember the pointers you gave along my strengths and weakness!

Teaching had always been a passion and calling for me and the dream to study the Bachelor of Education was now put on the back burner until 2014. The opportunity to study teaching arose, I have seized and since have been working back in education. I have crossed paths with many inspiring, talented and gifted teachers and I would also like to participate and contribute to the profession of teaching. Due to my strong administrative skills and project management knowledge, I can effectively and cheerfully organise and plan programs to support the Teacher. I am proactive, and willing to assist, plan and work collaboratively with year level cohort

I am a hardworking, confident and trustworthy person with a keen desire to become a primary school teacher. Having spent two full terms independently managing a class, I have gained excellent first-hand experience and an increased confidence in my own abilities. I consider myself to be a very well organized, reliable and enthusiastic individual who can not only work extremely well as part of a team but also remain professional under stressful circumstances.

Throughout the course of my workplace practices class I have participated in a consisted of completing assignments and work experience regarding my career pathways. As I look back and reflect on my time at this course, I am able to explore the graduate qualities and capabilities I have achieved over the duration of this study period, as well as the skills and abilities I need to improve on. Graduate qualities are skills that have been learned by students throughout the course of their schooling life, for example, it is a learning outcome of a program specifically stating the things that's been learned by students who have completed that program of study. In this reflection, I will be discussing about my strength and weakness personal

I do not want to be stumbling over my words or losing eye contact. Nor do I want to be the crazy person that stares in to their soul. I was also able to see how I was sitting in the mock interview. I was position like a dinosaur. That is not how I want to be sitting up during the interview. I need to be confident but relaxed at the same time.

I’ve had quite the learning experience over the last few weeks. I had a chance to obtain valuable information and support from my principal. I learned so much about the administration role and how difficult it can be. When I began my interview, I felt overwhelmed and excited at the same time. My principal is also my mentor; she has been very supportive of me pursuing my dreams to be in administrator. As I conducted my interview I learned so much about the principal’s role. I asked my principal a series of questions. The questions were based on the Interstate School Leadership Licensure Consortium Standards (ISLLC). My first question was based on educational programs. The educational programs at any school need balance. While we live in a test results world, there needs to be a balance of focus. I look at the type of student I want my school to produce and I surround myself with a faculty and other staffs that not only share in the mission, but also will help every student succeed. In addition, as an administrator, I need to provide my faculty and staff with the tools and resources necessary to make everyone feel successful.