The application process was long but positive. The traits you needed to demonstrate to succeed were very clear at the outset. The interviewer maintained very neutral responses throughout the interview, which made it difficult to determine how well I was doing. The group interview was an enjoyable experience. I got specific feedback on my performance after the group interview in a phone call.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked me questions relevant to the applicant criteria. I can’t be more specific than that.
I applied online. I interviewed at Teach For Australia (Victoria, Australia)
Interview
The interview process consists of a written application, an interview, a selection day which has a range of activities to enable the interviewers to determine if you are a good candidate for the 2 year program
I applied online. I interviewed at Teach For Australia (Melbourne)
Interview
If your online application is accepted you participate in a phone interview and if that is successful you are invited to an assessment day that requires your attendance for a full day.
TFA gives ample help in preparing for each stage and are very approachable should you have any questions. They also host info seminars where you can meet other associates and question them in person. The website has a lot of information and you should take some time to read through it all.
As with most interviews, you should familiarise yourself with the organisation's mission and objectives (detailed on their website) and ensure your answers show how your past achievements align with them.
All stages of the process were conducted professionally by personnel knowledgeable and passionate about what their organisation wants to achieve and the type of talent they are seeking to achieve it.
Definitely one of the more enjoyable interview experiences I've had.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Most questions are behaviour based and refer back to eight competencies that they are are seeking in candidates. Have at least two situations you can draw on from past roles to explain how you qualify each of the eight competencies and prepare answers using the STAR method of interviewing.
