WHO IS A GOOD TEACHER?

·       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.