I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at EF Education First
Interview
Online application, e-mail to schedule phone interview, phone interview, 1:1 interview scheduled the next week, 2nd interview with manager
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- How do you communicate with your students when they are struggling to explain an idea?
- What was [your previous teaching experience] like?
- What would you say is your teaching style?
- What problems/issues do you anticipate and what techniques would you use to handle them?
The interview was okay, The lady was really nice. But unfortunately I did not get an offer. The interview took about 20 minutes. She wanted to know about my experience and teaching philosophy.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are the challenges you faced when teaching young students
The ESL interview typically is Online with Academic Director. Easy straightforward questions. No teaching demo. Situational questions to assess classroom management skills, adaptability, and cultural awareness. Even if you don't have teaching experience, there is a high chance to land ESL job there.
I interviewed at EF Education First (Shanghai, Shanghai)
Interview
Easiest interview I've had, they talked more as if I already had the job. Asking questions like where in china did I want to be. Don't stress, just be relaxed and talk about why you want to teach and why you want to live in china.
