An effective teacher is passionate about their subject, students, and possibilities in the classroom. They act professionally, communicate well, and serve as a role model. The teacher listens to students, has a positive influence, displays student work, and treats students as individuals while embracing diversity. Lesson plans incorporate different learning styles and the teacher provides feedback to keep students engaged through technology and varied assessments. The teacher facilitates learning, communicates well, maintains organized records, and strives to improve their effectiveness.

1. An Effective Teacher is…By: Dorothy Medlin

2. PASSONATE aboutThe subjectThe studentsThe possibilities

3. A professional inActionsSpeechAppearance

4. A good listenerA positive influenceA roll modelA good sense of humor

5. Shows respect and expects it tooManages classroom behavior firm, fair and consistentClassroom rules posted

6. Has quality in-depth lesson plansUses activities and strategies for all learning stylesPost goals, objectives and agenda daily

7. Student’s work are displayed Student centered classroomStudents are treated as individualsDiversity is embraced

8. Provides appropriate feedbackUses higher-order thinking strategiesKeeps students engaged in all activitiesIncorporates technology in the classroom

9. Facilitates learning Instructional decisions based on student’s responsesUses a variety of assessmentsRubrics used for student assignments and projects

10. Great communicator toParentsStudentsCo-workersAdministrationCommunity

11. Keeps accurate recordsMaintains a well organized classroomPerforms assigned dutiesHelps promote school spirit and collaboration

12. I am striving to be an EFFECTIVE TEACHERHow about you?

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