My Top 10 Favorite Interview Questions

To build a strong childcare team

If you are still asking "What is your biggest weakness?" It is time to mix it up!

Hiring the right teachers and assistants for your childcare center is about finding people who truly align with your culture, values, and the unique needs of early childhood education.

However, most interviews rely on predictable, surface-level questions.
Candidates have heard “Tell me about yourself” and “What’s your biggest weakness?” so many times that they’ve prepped cookie-cutter answers that don’t tell you much.

If you want to dig deeper and hire people who are not only skilled but also passionate, adaptable, and team-oriented, it’s time to update your interview strategy!

Why Mix it up?

Instead of asking what someone has done, these questions help you understand how they think, solve problems, and interact with children, parents, and colleagues.

You’re not just hiring someone to fill a spot—you’re building a team that will shape young minds and create a positive learning environment. Let’s make sure you’re bringing in the right people.

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My Favorite Interview Questions to Use (And Why They Work)