· A good teacher is adaptable: Making
changes to lessons or activities on the fly because of an unforeseen situation
or problem.
· A good teacher is caring: Going the
extra mile to ensure that every student is successful no matter what.
· A good teacher is compassionate: Recognizing
that your students have problems outside of school, and making the necessary
adjustment to help them through those issues.
· A good teacher is cooperative: The ability
to work effectively with administrators, other teachers, and parents for
the good of your students.
· A good teacher is creative: Taking a
concept and shaping a lesson that is unique, engaging, and dynamic.
· A good teacher is dedicated: Showing up
everyday and spending the necessary time to provide your students with the best
education.
· A good teacher is determined: Finding any
means necessary to reach all students no matter the challenge.
· A good teacher is empathetic: Being sensitive
to a student’s struggles even though you may not personally be able to relate
to them.
· A good teacher is engaging: The ability
to grab the attention of a classroom full of students and to maintain their
attention throughout the entirety of class.
· A good teacher is evolving: A
continuous process of year over year improvement and growth.
· A good teacher is fearless: Trying a
new approach that may be outside the norm and may receive criticism or
scrutiny.
· A good teacher is forgiving: Quickly
putting incidents with student, parents, or other teachers behind you so that
it does not impact your teaching.
· A good teacher is generous: Volunteering
for extra assignments and/or giving money out of your own pocket for classroom
needs or individual student needs.
· A good teacher has grit: The
determination to overcome any obstacle in the way of obtaining a long term
goal.
· A good teacher is inspirational: The ability
of a teacher to get their students to buy into, believe in, and to be motivated
to become life long learners.
· A good teacher is joyful: Coming to
class each day in a good mood, excited, and enthusiastic about doing your job.
· A good teacher is kind: The ability
of a teacher to say and do things that uplifts, motivates, and inspires.
· A good teacher is organized: The ability
to keep things neat and in order allowing teachers to access materials quickly
and to make efficient transitions.
· A good teacher is passionate: Teaching
with enthusiasm and exuberance on a daily basis because you love the content
and your students.
· A good teacher is patient: The ability
to see the whole picture and to understand that the school year is a
marathon, not a sprint.
· A good teacher is resilient: Not
allowing adversity to stop you from accomplishing your goals.
· A good teacher is resourceful: Finding a
way to make things happen.
· A good teacher is trustworthy: The ability
to get others around you to believe in you and what you are doing.
· A good teacher is vulnerable: Allowing your students to gain insight into your life without revealing a
lot.
· A good teacher is accountable: Holding yourself to the same expectations and standards as you hold your
students.
