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Interview questions that reveal a good fit
Questions for experience, judgment and reliability, by role.
Ask open questions about real situations. How someone describes what they did last time tells you more than "yes" or "no".
For everyone
- Tell me about a similar job you've had. What did a typical day look like?
- What do you do if you're running late or sick?
- What would you do if you broke something?
- What questions do you have for me?
Childcare
- How do you handle a child who won't listen?
- What would you do if a child had an allergic reaction?
- Are you CPR and first aid certified, and when did you last renew?
Cleaning and home care
- Which products do you prefer, and are there any you won't use?
- How do you handle fragile or valuable items?
Pet care
- How would you handle a dog that slips its leash?
- What signs would make you call a vet?
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