I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at KIPP Schools (New York, NY) in Mar 2013
Interview
I applied through KIPP's very useful online application venue, and submitted my application to 8 KIPP regions. KIPP NYC was one of the regions that contacted me for a phone interview, about 1-2 weeks later. I spoke with their recruitment coordinator for 30-45 minutes two days after they reached out to me. I heard back from KIPP the next day with an offer for an in-person interview and sample lesson at their campus.
KIPP interviews are rigorous by the standards of most industries. I met with the recruitment coordinator, then entered a classroom to deliver a 50-minute sample lesson, where I was observed by 5 teachers and school leadership. Following the lesson, I was interviewed by 6-7 members of the school community (including all of the teachers/administrators who evaluated my lesson). I finished the interview with a conversation in the office of the assistant principal for the science department.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The sample lesson in a classroom full of students you don't have rapport with is always difficult.
The interviewee asked a lot of questions about diversity as well as classroom malmanagement. They also had Asked about previous experience as well, student teaching and any other jobs you have had.
The interview was done over zoom which was simple process and made the interview more relaxed. Answered all of my questions, I was told I would hear back shortly but never did.
I applied online. I interviewed at KIPP Schools (Nashville, TN) in Jan 2022
Interview
The woman who was contacting me was great and helpful. Also very kind and made me feel very comfortable. They had a set timeline but I didn’t hear back in that time until I reached back out.
