Top 10 Attributes that Students look in their Teachers

Posted by teacher on April 18, 2007

There are many characteristics, techniques, etc. that make for a successful teacher. These may be as varied as the teachers themselves. However, there are certain time-tested attributes, characteristics, and practices which contribute immensely to teacher success. The following list contains items that students have used to describe their best teachers. 

1. Enthusiasm
   • Students can feel the excitement
   • Students easily detect the teacher’s love for job and subject
2. Preparation
   • Teacher knows the subject
   • Teacher plans and prepares lessons daily
3. Punctuality
   • Always arrives on time
   • Begins and ends class on time
   • Expects and encourages students to arrive on time
4. Support and concern for students
   • Lets students know that he/she cares about their success
   • Takes time with students
   • Allows for creativity
   • Is friendly and courteous
   • Is supportive and encouraging
   • Is smiling, caring and loving
5. Consistency
   • Does not miss class
   • Is consistent in attitude and dealings with students
   • Is always well prepared to teach class
6. Politeness
   • Treats students with respect
   • Does not condescend
   • Avoids embarrassing students in class
7. Firmness and control
   • Is firm in a kind manner
   • Avoids tangents in teaching
8. Does not play favorites
9. Provides personal help
   • Takes time to explain concept
   • Gives individual attention
10. Accepts individual differences

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