Name:

Samantha Gonzales
8/27/2020

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…

Greets students at the door Practices self-reflection for improvement
Addresses students by name Conducts 1:1 conversations with students

The Effective Teacher as a professional…

Performs assigned duties in a professional manner
Submits required reports and paperwork on time
Practices two- way communication with
Believe that all students can achieve at high levels parents and administrators
The effective teacher engages in dialogue with students,
colleagues, parents and administrators consistently
demonstrating respect, accessibility and expertise. The Effective Collaborates with the dept, parents, and
teacher believes that all students can be successful in the admin.
classroom.

The effective Teacher established classroom

management and organization that…

Displays consistency with rules and Establishes smooth transitions between

consequences activities
Sets clear, firm behavioral expectations Has make-up work ready for absentees
Has materials for substitutes readily available

The Effective Teacher implements instruction

that…
Is responsive to situations and students’ needs Keeps students engaged and interested in
learning
Has lesson plans that are learner-centered
Facilitates learning with best practices
The Effective Teacher monitors student progress
and potential by…

Conducting assessment after each lesson Distributing student progress reports in a

needed professional
Collecting, reviewing, and analyzing student
data Communicating student progress to parents &
Checking for understanding and providing adm. as
feedback