Herb,

I think you should ask directly about the candidates's work and experience.   
I am sure you want someone who not only values grammar but also can teach it 
well? 

How do you teach grammar as a part of composition? 
Where and how do you address it?
What grammatical areas do you find students need help with most these days?
How much does grammar count when you grade compositions?
How do you assess grammatical understanding of your students?
How would you explain the use of commas in a series to a student?
What have you found works with students who seem to have difficulty 
understanding a grammatical concept?
How do you make grammar interesting as many students find it dull? 
What do you think are the top 10 grammatical/mechanical topics students MUST 
master before they graduate? 

Ask to look at some compositions the candidates have corrected. Ask to see 
samples of their own writing.

Etc.

Steve Cohen
The Allen-Stevenson School


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