After reviewing the characteristics and qualities of effective educators as identified by research, write

out 2 characteristics that will be easy for you to implement in your classroom and 2 that you will
consciously work on.

Glows Grows

The Effective Teacher as a person…

Dresses appropriately for the position. Practice self- reflection for improvement.

Addresses students by name. Has a classroom that reflect a positive, safe,

environment.

The Effective Teacher as a professional…

Believes that all students can achieve at high Is prepared for emergencies.
levels.
Maintain an up-to-date calendar.
Is available for tutoring before and after
school.

The effective Teacher established classroom

management and organization that… Displays consistency with rules and
consequences
Maintains a clean and orderly classroom

Establishes smooth transitions between

Maintains daily routines and procedures
activities

The Effective Teacher implements instruction

that…
Has lesson plans that are learner-centered. Incorporates technology to facilitate instruction
Provides a variety of methods for learning: visual,
Implements changes as suggested by peers & auditory, and kinesthetic
admin.
The Effective Teacher monitors student progress
and potential by…

Display consistency in grades-no extremes. Checking for understanding and providing

feedback.
Communicating student progress to parents
and administrators as needed. Using data to provide short and long term
learning goals.