Interview

Question 1

Tell us about yourself.

Question 2

Why do you want to work at CHAT?

Question 3

Can you describe your previous experience working with students who have special learning needs? How did you adapt your approach to meet their individual requirements?

Question 4

How do you prioritize tasks when supporting multiple students with different needs simultaneously?

Answer 4

assess urgency, time management/organization (chunking), communication with teachers, record everything

Question 5

. How have you previously supported students in GLE (Guided Learning Experience) classes, and what techniques did you find most effective?

Question 6

What strategies do you use to help students develop executive functioning skills, such as time management and organization?

Answer 6

structured schedule with the student, task breakdowns, time management, reflection period

Question 7

In your placement at TanenbaumCHAT, you developed ‘Note Buddy’ notes for certain courses. How did this initiative impact the students’ learning experience?

Question 8

How do you collaborate with teachers to ensure that the needs of students with exceptionalities are met during lessons and assessments?

Question 9

Can you describe a time when you had to collaborate with a teacher to modify a lesson or activity to better suit a student’s learning needs? What was the outcome?

Answer 9

Grade 12 Indigenous class

Question 9

Describe a situation where a student you supported was struggling with anxiety or motivation. How did you help them manage these challenges?

Answer 9

open communication, creating a safe space, break down tasks, mindfulness (body breaks), positive reinforcement, check-ins, communication with the teacher

Question 10

How do you handle situations where a student is resistant to receiving help or support? Can you provide an example?

Answer 10

build trust, identify the reason for hesitance, start with smaller support before doing larger support

Question 11

Describe your experience working with students who have different types of exceptionalities (e.g., learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety). How do you tailor your support to meet their individual needs?

Question 11

How do you measure the effectiveness of the support you provide to students, and how do you adjust your approach when necessary?

Question 11

What strategies do you use to help students with organization and task prioritization, especially when they are overwhelmed with multiple assignments?

Question 12

Can you share an experience where you successfully helped a student improve their academic performance through the use of a specific intervention or strategy?

Question 12

What role do you believe communication plays in supporting students with special learning needs, and how do you ensure effective communication with students, teachers, and parents?