QUALITIES OF A GOOD TEACHER In Building a Reputable School Presentation By Panama E.S. 1 Prepared by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 Who is a teacher? A teacher is a person who guide learners through a learning process. He is the person whose wisdom is traded by the management of the school for profit. A qualified teacher must have one of the following degrees TC2, NCE, B.ed, PGDE, etc. Who is a good teacher? A good teacher go the extra-miles to ensure that the learner is always motivated to learn no matter the challenge. He/she makes the difficult challenges seem easy for his/her students. 2 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 What is a reputable school? A school is a place of learning. A building where education takes place. A reputable school is a school where quality education is sold to the learner. A reputable school imprints good moral values in the hearts of their learners. A reputable school strive for perfection at all time. Creating and maintaining excellence in all her operation. 3 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 Components of a Good School A good school is a school where all facets of the school are working in tandem and in line with the vision of the school. In order to better give credence to it, lets look at what makes a school reputable: Vision: This is the direction of the school. The management sets the goal. The staff makes it happen. Note:You cannot leave beyond your dream. Skills: Incentives: Resources: Action Plan: Note The product on offer in every school is the same; Eradicating illiteracy. In a reputable school, the common scheme is treated in an uncommon but accurate manner. The way a school package its educating system makes or breaks the school. A reputable school raise their level through packaging. 4 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 Qualities of a good teacher A great teacher is one a student remembers and cherishes forever. Teachers have long-lasting impacts on the lives of their students, and the greatest teachers inspire students toward greatness. To be successful, a great teacher must have: 1.An Engaging Personality and Teaching Style: A great teacher is very engaging and holds the attention of students in all discussions. 2.Clear Objectives for lessons: A great teacher establishes clear objectives for each lesson and works to meet those specific objectives during each class. 5 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 3.Effective Discipline Skills: A great teacher has effective discipline skills and can promote positive behaviours and change in the classroom. 4.Good Classroom Management Skills: A great teacher has good classroom management skills and can ensure good student behaviour, effective study and work habits, and an overall sense of respect in the classroom. 5.Good Communication with Parents: A great teacher maintains open communication with parents and keeps them informed of what is going on in the classroom as far as curriculum, discipline, and other issues. They make themselves available for phone calls, meetings, and email. 6 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 6.High Expectations: A great teacher has high expectations of their students and encourages everyone to always work at their best level. 7.Knowledge of Curriculum and Standards: A great teacher has thorough knowledge of the school's curriculum and other standards they must uphold in the classroom. They ensure their teaching meets those standards. 8.Knowledge of Subject Matter: This may seem obvious, but is sometimes overlooked. A great teacher has incredible knowledge of and enthusiasm for the subject matter they are teaching. They are prepared to answer questions and keep the material interesting for the students. 7 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 9.Passion for Children and Teaching: A great teacher is passionate about teaching and working with children. They are excited about influencing students' lives and understand the impact they have. 10.Strong Rapport with Students: A great teacher develops a strong rapport with students and establishes trusting relationships. 8 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 Positive Impacts of a good teacher on the school Pupils/students wants to be in your class and hence the 9 school.You hear parents saying things like, if that teacher leaves, I will change my child’s school. The population of the school grows Your school participate in and do well in competitions. The students see you as a role model Your class is used as a reference for judging others The school depends on you for key operations. Earn trust of parents and management You help other teachers to sit-up. Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 Negative impacts of a poor teacher Unpopular with students Stagnation or decline in population Children are afraid of coming to your class and hence school. You earn a bad nickname Your children are afraid of competitions because they don’t trust in your ability to make them perform Students develop unkind attitudes towards teachers Parents always complain about you Children starts leaving the school because of you. 10 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 How to improve your qualities as a teacher Go for further studies Read or study before every class Be receptive(not repulsive) to corrections Attend seminars Set goals Adopts modern teaching techniques Use online resources to improve yourself Desire the qualities you seek Evaluate yourself regularly 11 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 How you can help your school to be reputable Be committed to excellence in teaching Speak well of your school at all times Advertise for new pupils/students by sharing the school 12 handbills Engage in positive discussions with parents Have passion for children’s development Have a positive attitude in all areas of your life Have the fear of God Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020 THE END THANK YOU 13 Presented by Panama E.S. 6/8/2020