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gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Since the Hiring Season has officially begun, tonight on #Wischat I am going to ask you some of my all-time favorite interview questions.

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT

I hope that you join us tonight here on #Wischat. Tell us who you are and where you are from.

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:05 PM EDT

John Gunnell, middle school Principal from an awesome town called Baraboo, Wisconsin. #Boo #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:06 PM EDT

We will be following a Q1, Q2 ... A1, A2 format tonight. Remember to include #Wischat in all of your tweets.

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: If I were to observe you in action at your school, how would I be able to tell that you are passionate about your work? #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Enthusiasm is everything. #wischat

AssignmentHelpN Apr 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT

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ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Hi #Wischat A1 You would see me laughing and smiling most of the time!

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:11 PM EDT

- If you have an amazing answer, please share. #Wischat

In reply to @Mwren13

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: You would see me out in the hallway greeting students and staff. Laughing, smiling, encouraging etc. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: If you could design the ideal learning space for students, what would it look like, sound like and contain? #Wischat

alicia_filloon Apr 9 @ 8:14 PM EDT

#Wischat Alicia Filloon, pre-student teacher from UWP

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2 I think about this so much! I would have flexible learning spaces, lots of comfy spots, lots of standing desks, nice lighting. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:15 PM EDT

- Thanks for joining us here tonight on #Wischat

In reply to @alicia_filloon

PegGrafwallner Apr 9 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#wischat!? I'm in! Peg, Instruc coach/Rdg Spec! From MKE

alicia_filloon Apr 9 @ 8:16 PM EDT

The relationship that the teacher has with their students can easily show their passion for teaching! #Wischat

In reply to @gunnellAP

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:16 PM EDT

So true! #wischat

In reply to @alicia_filloon, @gunnellAP

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Flexible furniture, natural lighting, comfortable spaces that don't look like typical schools. Access to technology. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:17 PM EDT

- Thanks for being with us here on #wischat

In reply to @PegGrafwallner

rggillespie Apr 9 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Flexible. Open for collaboration. Access to tech and charging stations. Comfortable. #wischat

alicia_filloon Apr 9 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I love hearing students interact with one another! The more engaging the more they stay on topic #Wischat

In reply to @gunnellAP

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2 You'd see lots of examples of student creativity, maker spaces etc. You would hear engaged problem solving, joyful work & music. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q3: In your opinion, what are the three most important factors that contribute to student learning? #Wischat

PegGrafwallner Apr 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT

So true! A quiet classroom, especially on a routine basis, makes me wonder what the learning really is! #wischat

alicia_filloon Apr 9 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I love hearing students interact with one another! The more engaging the more they stay on topic #Wischat
In reply to @gunnellAP

robinwellshick1 Apr 9 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A1 I am there which is sometimes half the battle. I'm working my stage presence, I'm dressed for the role. Ss work blended in class #wischat

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4: Motivation, clear goals, and scaffolding #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: The skill set of the teacher, the climate in the school/classroom and the belief that all kids can succeed. #wischat

alicia_filloon Apr 9 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#Wischat Intentional and effective teaching. Politive relationships. The love/joy of learning.

PegGrafwallner Apr 9 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 As P of SPED daughter, Ts were quick to tell me what daughter couldn't do; I know what she can't do, tell me what she can do! #wischat

In reply to @gunnellAP

robinwellshick1 Apr 9 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 the home, consistent , non biased delivery of education and it ancillary products, Support #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: A teacher that cares, a student that knows that and the willingness to break down whatever barriers there are to łearning. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT

- I just had a conversation about that today with a colleague. Focus on what students CAN do and the power of YET. #wischat

In reply to @PegGrafwallner

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:31 PM EDT

- Thank you for joining us tonight on #wischat

In reply to @robinwellshick1

PegGrafwallner Apr 9 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Yes! Check out https://t.co/iRey3yftsn . All of us are 'developing' and none of us are there 'yet'!! #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT

- I just had a conversation about that today with a colleague. Focus on what students CAN do and the power of YET. #wischat
In reply to @PegGrafwallner

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Q4: How do YOU go about motivating students who have lost faith in their ability to find success at school? #wischat

RESP3CTtheGAME Apr 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3 Ts willing to accept student voice, Ss who trust their Ts, & a shared investment in learning #Wischat

alicia_filloon Apr 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT

You have to find something that interests them and go with it! Incorporate that interest as much as you can in the classroom. #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Find a connecting point and keep building the relationship. Many kids have given up ... the adult(s) in their lives cannot. #wischat

Popsteeno Apr 9 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A1 I dig right in, stumble with math problems, ask about the new apps, Snapchat learning stories, help kids solve problems #Wischat

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: My sts r faithful in r school. We use goal-setting from 1st grade, kids learn they CAN meet goals. #wischat https://t.co/dD8xPBs4dM

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: Anyone interested in motivating kids should watch the video of @DanielPink 1st link in post. https://t.co/xIQoj8EfVW #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: The less faith they have, the more likely they are to resist our efforts to support them. We can NEVER give up on a kid. #wischat

robinwellshick1 Apr 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4 by acknowledging their strengths and success in my class, in that chapter ,on that thought, abt that setting, small stuff 1st #wischat

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT

YES!!! Always believe in kids even when they don't believe in themselves. Be relentless in your support. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Find a connecting point and keep building the relationship. Many kids have given up ... the adult(s) in their lives cannot. #wischat

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Right! Focusing on success and SHOWING students evidence of their success is huge. #wischat

In reply to @robinwellshick1

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q5: If I were to ask your most challenging students to describe you in three words, how do you think they would respond? #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT

- Thanks for drooping in tonight on #Wischat

In reply to @Popsteeno

PegGrafwallner Apr 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4 Shwing Ss successes & explaining why Ss r successful (pointed feedback on formatives) hlp c success is possible-not some mystery #wischat

In reply to @robinwellshick1

RESP3CTtheGAME Apr 9 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4 Create an environment & attitude where learners feel they control their outcomes #Wischat

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: Strict, loving, nice #wischat Interesting question. I am going to ask kids tomorrow #exittticket

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: It would depend on how angry they are at the moment. #wischat

robinwellshick1 Apr 9 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5. willing, kind, flexible #wischat

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ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Ha! Totally! #wischat Although most kids recognize our constant traits even when they are angry at us.

In reply to @gunnellAP

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Nice! #wischat

In reply to @robinwellshick1

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5: I think that they would say that I care, that I don't give up and that I always follow through. #wischat

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ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Just checked w/ my son, who was once my student, 3 words: Strict, wild, jokey #wischat

alicia_filloon Apr 9 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#Wischat I'm not sure I want to know the answer! I'd hope kind, compassionate, and eager.

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: & daughter (current student) laughing (loud), goal-oriented, wierd #wischat So there you go.

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q6: How do students in your classroom use technology to promote deeper learning, connect with others and/or create new content? #Wischat

MarciaDressel Apr 9 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A4 work beside til success #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:51 PM EDT

My own kids say I'm crazy and that I work too hard, and that I spend more time with other people's kids than them at times. #wischat #true

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:51 PM EDT

- Thanks for joining us on #wischat this evening.

In reply to @MarciaDressel

ritaplatt Apr 9 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Mine say similar things...but, secretly, I think they love that I am a teacher and work hard. Midwestern work ethic, donchaknow! . #wischat

In reply to @gunnellAP

gunnellAP - Moderator Apr 9 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Q7: Describe a situation, either personal or professional, in which you had to struggle. What did you learn from that experience? #Wischat