City Teaching Alliance Teacher Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 11 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at City Teaching Alliance.
City Teaching Alliance
Teacher
Entry Difficult Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Group Presentation
Interview formats
Presentation Behavioral Group
The interview included different activities, both group and individual. You'd have to do things like create a lesson plan or figure out how to handle a student situation. There was also the usual interview part where they ask standard questions, like why you're interested in teaching or why you think you'd be a good fit for the program. They said it's easier if you have prior teaching experience and that it gives you a better chance to succeed. They also mentioned they're open to people from any major who are passionate about teaching, but it seems like they do favor those with education backgrounds.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you create and present a 10-minute lesson plan simulation?
City Teaching Alliance
Teacher
Mid Difficult Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral
The Urban Teachers staff and recruitment team were helpful and prepared. After my initial application, I was invited to go straight to the final interview process. They provide several resources to help you with your interview.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How would you handle a child who isn't participating?
City Teaching Alliance
Teacher
Entry Difficult No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Group Presentation Panel Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation Group Other
The interview process had 3 open-ended parts, including a role-play with an upset parent, a brief 5-minute lesson demo, a group discussion, and a standard interview. It took around 5 hours, but this might change depending on how many people applied. They mentioned they prioritize hiring minorities.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Please review the rubric for dealing with parents and be prepared to discuss it.
City Teaching Alliance Teacher Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from City Teaching Alliance interview reports.
“How would you address a parent whose child is not performing well in school due to attendance problems?”
Read reports →“How would you instruct students to return to their seats?”
Read reports →“How did you feel about the article on inner city schooling?”
Read reports →“How would you handle a child who isn't participating?”
Read reports →“What makes you want to teach in urban schools?”
Read report →“What makes you interested in Urban Teachers?”
Read report →“Will I be asked to create a lesson plan if I reach the final round?”
Read report →“What are your strategies for managing the difficulties of teaching in underfunded inner-city schools?”
Read report →“Can you create and present a 10-minute lesson plan simulation?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 11 City Teaching Alliance interview reports.