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Counselling skills for
teachersCharacteristic of effective
teachers
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introduction
In many instances, teachersspend more time with their
students than their parents do. School schedules are
demanding, so it is importantfor teachers to be effective intheir methods, instead of simplybeing the figurehead of theclassroom.
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The following characteristicsare ones that accompanyeffective teachers, and guidethem and their students towarda successful educational
experience.
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Ability to manage : Effective teachers have appropriate
classroom management skills. They must find a balance between being
BFFs (best friends forever) with thestudents, and running a totalitarianclassroom.
Appropriate classroom managementinvolves asserting authority, while at thesame time being approachable andrelatable.
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Capacity to connect : One must be able to make connections
with the students. Twofold process.
Teachers must be willing to listen. If students feel that they cant askquestions of their teacher, or if
students feel that they cant addressthe teacher regarding a matter in theclassroom, or at home, teacher noteffective.
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Teachers must be able torelate to their students.
teacher will be able toconnect classroomsubjects with scenarios
relevant to their studentslives, a.k.a. using real-world examples.
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Has high expectations : Believe in his/her students.
Setting challenging, yet attainablegoals for students is essential tomaximizing their potential.
When children feel that someone
believes they can succeed, theyare willing to work that muchharder.
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Be disciplined : On day one, students should learn about
their teachers rules, consequences, andregulations.
When it comes to discipline, teacher willnot waiver from their principles.
How else will students be able to take their teacher seriously?
Ensure that their students know what toexpect of themselves, and from the teacher at all times.
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Have contact with parents : Having regular interactions and
conversations with parents. At the beginning of the schoolyear teachers should send aletter to parents detailing their
expectations.
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They should also issue another letter at the end of the year discussing the
student performance. Important for teachers to make
themselves available duringparent/teacher conferences , so thatparents can get accurate reports of their childs progress.
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Being an effective teacher will leave a lastingimpression on the lives of students.
Act as both friend andauthoritarian, balancingapproachability withleadership.
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Be knowledgeable,disciplined, talk withparents, and have highexpectations of their students.
Being an effective teacher iskey to creating a successfuleducational environment.
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