This study was designed to test the effects of a teaching candidate's age and the effect of the type of position under consideration on candidate ratings as assessed from a videotaped interview simulation. Independent variables manipulated were (1) candidate age in the taped interview (27 or 43 years old) and (2) the type of position under consideration (physical education teacher or social studies teacher). Candidates were evaluated on six criteria: (1) curricular knowledge, (2) ability to transmit knowledge, (3) willingness to contribute, (4) ability to create a friendly classroom environment, (5) potential for professional growth, and (6) ability to maintain student discipline. Results indicated that neither candidate age nor type of position had significant effects on candidate ratings, nor did specific interactions of the independent variables. This result contradicts results of previous resume studies testing the same variables in selection decisions, thus raising questions concerning the generalizability of selection research findings based on resume studies. The following recommendations are made for future studies: (1) stronger age manipulation; (2) separation of the interview's effect from other selection stages; (3) exploration in a relative, rather than an absolute, context; and (4) exploration in a variety of occupational settings. Two tables and a three-page bibliography are appended. (Author/IW)