CLASS TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES The class teacher is responsible to:the Team Manager the Assistant Headteacher the Deputy

Headteacher ultimately the Headteacher

PASTORAL RESPONSIBILITIES The class teacher will:Promote the aims of the school to create a stable, secure, happy, caring and stimulating environment. Be sensitive to, and aware of, the needs of pupils in a multicultural school. Provide a broad-based, balanced, relevant curriculum, which will help children to achieve their potential. Encourage a moral and responsible attitude leading to a self-reliant and self-disciplined code of behaviour Foster good relationships, interaction and co-operation within school and between school and community. Set and maintain the highest expectations of standards of work and behaviour. Maintain a high regard for health and safety around the school, involving identifying potential hazards, securing where possible and informing the office/site controller/Head TeacherBe prepared to carry out any duties as the Senior Staff may reasonably require. Respond courteously to parental queries and worries within one working day.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES To assume responsibility for the classroom and all the equipment in it. To work harmoniously with all members of staff and to undertake an appropriate share of collective responsibilities, including participating in and contributing to team planning, self-evaluation, in-service training and professional development. To communicate and consult with the parents of pupils when appropriate. To deliver well planned, differentiated work appropriate to school policies and schemes of work. To meet targets for pupils, agreed with the F.L.T, contributing to the continued raising of achievement within the school. To ensure the continuing development of basic skills for all pupils whatever their gender, ethnic identify, race, cultural tradition, community experience or disability. To exhibit a high standard of classroom management. To assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of pupils in accordance with school systems and national requirements. To support students, non-teaching staff and others, completing necessary reports and liaising with external agencies as appropriate. To participate in Appraisals as required. To promote the general welfare of the child. To identify, support and monitor the needs of all children.

CURRICULUM RESPONSIBILITY

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Ensure the development, organisation and implementation of a defined area of the curriculum in accordance with a whole school policy on teaching and learning. Ensure the development of recording and assessment procedures appropriate to the schools needs and in regard to National Curriculum documents. Keep themselves up-to-date with any new developments and initiatives by use of relevant reading and attendance at in-service courses. Assist colleagues to a further understanding of the subject through personal example, leading staff in-service and acting in an advisory capacity when asked. Liaise with advisory staff and external agencies. Review the policy document by April each year to update the scheme of work in accordance with National requirements. (This to be completed each year). Ensure that inventories are updated and completed by December each year. Manage the budget for the curriculum area, prioritizing needs and with due regard to maintenance of the standard of resources. Liaise with Infant and Secondary schools. Monitor the quality of teaching and learning within their defined curriculum area. To ensure the raising of standards to meet targets set internally and externally.

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Circular The role of the school and teachers has always been vital in the all round personality development of the students. In fact, a teacher is a role model influencing every facet of the students growth and developing their innate potentials, in addition to being a motivator, guide and friend. Besides, the teacher of today is also responsible to enable and empower the learner to emerge as a competent youth, ready to take on the challenges of the rapidly changing world. Hence, it is imperative that the teacher continuously upgrades his/her knowledge and methodology in order to enhance the quality of teaching. If the quality of teaching is good and the commitment of teachers is high, the standard of the Institution is bound to rise. I, therefore strongly feel that to make the Education Process meaningful, teachers should give attention to the following guidelines regarding their duties and responsibilities. Duties & Responsibilities of Teacher, EVGCs and Lab Assistants : The Teacher Must: attend the morning assembly daily on time. address the students on moral principles, social and environment issues. follow the conduct rules notified in CCS (Conduct) Rules 1964 & CCS(CCA) Rules 1965 maintain the Teachers Diary regularly with the lesson plan. reach the class on time for teaching. The teacher must evaluate the students from time to time Teachers who are also faculty in-charges will conduct regular meetings and discuss the methods to improve the performance of students in the subject. Teachers must make best use of the TLM money and Pupils Welfare Fund to develop relevant teaching learning material

In the class, The teacher should Prepare well each and every aspect of the lesson before the delivery of the lesson Motivate the students before the actual delivery of the lesson Link the topic with the previous knowledge of the students Develop and use the relevant teaching aid Use a combination of different methods and techniques of teaching Interact with the students to induce curiosity, motivate, and provoke thinking, imagination and application of the concept taught Give activity/application- based work/assignment beyond the book, with guidance to use various resources and keep a record of the work given Maintain cleanliness and discipline. The Class teacher must appoint monitors for different duties mark the attendance of the students in the class register with the help of the class monitor create a learning environment for the students by decorating the board with noble work of great personalities to inspire the students display clearly the time table of the class Science Teachers must make best use of the laboratory and use models, lab equipment, apparatus to show experiments to the children, on a regular basis make a schedule for the practicals and ensure that the entries in the records and files are not copied from each other sign the entries (inference) immediately after they are made by the students, during the practicals give project work, evaluate it and record the marks/grades encourage students to prepare and participate in science exhibitions and help them in preparing working models encourage students to develop reading habits by consulting various science journals, magazines etc. undertake Condemnation of the unserviceable articles/equipment regularly

Class Teachers, and Subject Teacher must have regular meetings with parents to keep them informed and guide them about the progress of their ward/wards. Subject teachers must discuss among themselves, prepare a schedule and distribute the homework as per the schedule to avoid over burdening of the students. The teacher should not leave the assembly or the class unattended at any cost stand in groups and gossip during the assembly use only telling method, without any discussion or interaction use guides, help books, as they hamper the thinking process humiliate a child or resort to corporal punishment The EVGCs must hold class talks and assembly talks on various topics relevant to levels of students identify the gifted, slow learners, problem children, under-achievers etc. In order to help them achieve according to their needs and abilities help check truancy and long absenteeism among students collect and compile information related to career and education from sources like newspapers, magazines etc. and display it through charts, posters, and bulletin boards. organize Career melas, career exhibitions, Counselling Camps in the school. THE EVGC SHOULD NOT impose his own values and decisions on students/ parents/ teachers leak information received in confidence unless absolutely essential. form biased opinion about students. The lab assistant should

take care of the apparatus and equipments of the lab and set the lab everyday before the practicals Attend the training programmes organized by the Science Branch Maintain stock register of the lab Prepare salt solution, specimen and set apparatus under the guidance of the concerned teachers Keep first-aid equipment and provide first aid in case of any accident Keep record of experiments allotted to the students and conducted by them date wise

Professional Responsibilities of Teachers 5.1.1 Introduction Teachers in the Education Teaching Service have a responsibility to ensure that students gain the knowledge and skills they require to become effective learners and ultimately effective and responsible citizens and understand and appreciate the values and beliefs supported by Australian society. They also have a responsibility to meet the high standards of professional and ethical behaviour required by the Department, the public, parents and the profession itself. Teachers undertake this responsibility within the framework of the law and lawful instructions from their employer. The responsibilities listed below provide guidance for teachers as members of the teaching profession and will assist in giving direction to their interaction with teaching colleagues. They will also guide teachers in meeting the needs of students, in working with parents or caregivers and other staff, in liaising with the public and in being responsible and committed employees of the Department. 5.1.2 Professional Responsibilities The following statement of professional responsibilities must be adhered to by all teachers. In carrying out their duties and responsibilities all teachers must: be conscious of their special duty of care to the students of the NSW public education system in all educational activities in and out of school; demonstrate the highest standards of professional behaviour, exercise professional judgement and act in a courteous and sensitive manner when interacting with students, parents or caregivers, staff and the public; collaborate in the development of school plans, policies and programs; devise and document teaching and learning programs and develop and implement appropriate evaluation mechanisms;

treat students equitably, including those with disabilities or other special needs; meet the individual learning needs of students and assist each student to maximise his or her learning outcomes; effectively manage and implement programs for child protection and student welfare; undertake appropriate ongoing professional development to promote competence in curriculum development, delivery and evaluation, classroom management and teaching skills; comply with legislative and industrial requirements and the Depart ments Code of Conduct, policies, including The Use of Employer Communication Devices and procedures; be familiar with the provisions of legislation relevant to their official responsibilities; comply with reasonable directions given by a supervisor or principal and adhere to official guidelines concerning the performance of their duties; implement the priorities of the Department and the school and ensure their professional actions reflect Government and Departmental policy; be fair in exercising delegated responsibility and promote personal and professional development of staff; perform their duties efficiently and effectively and with honesty, integrity and fairness at all times; ensure that decisions are made fairly and conveyed promptly both within the Department and to those students and members of the public who have a right to know; use information gained in the course of employment only for proper and appropriate purposes; use public resources economically; and behave in such a manner as to protect and enhance the esteem and standing of public education. In particular: teachers must not, under any circumstances, have sexual relationships with students. It is irrelevant whether the relationship is homosexual or heterosexual, consensual or nonconsensual or condoned by parents or caregivers. The age of the students or staff member involved is also irrelevant; teachers must not, under any circumstances, engage in conduct of a sexual nature with a student. Improper conduct of a sexual nature by a teacher against a student includes sexual intercourse and any other form of child sexual abuse (which must be notified) as well as but not limited to the following: * * * inappropriate conversations of a sexual nature; obscene language of a sexual nature; suggestive remarks or actions;

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jokes of a sexual nature; obscene gestures; unwarranted and inappropriate touching; sexual exhibitionism; personal correspondence with students in respect of the teachers sexual feelings for the student; and deliberate exposure of students to sexual behaviour of others, other than in the case of prescribed curriculum material in which sexual themes are contextual;

teachers must not give students alcohol or other drugs, nor will they encourage or condone the use of alcohol or other drugs by students. They may, however, administer or supervise the administration of prescribed medications consistent with Departmental guidelines. teachers must not , under any circumstances, use any form of discipline which involves corporal punishment or engage in any form of behaviour which could cause physical or emotional abuse to students.

Teachers as Role Models All children and youth are searching for role models. Too often the role models whom a lot of kids choose from today's pop culture leave a lot to be desired. Many of these role models are pop performers whose behavior should not be emulated. I personally find the lyrics of many pop rap songs sexually suggestive and abusive to young children. This fascination with body art through tattoos and body-piercing is also not setting a good example for kids. Therefore, a good teacher as a role model should outwardly and inwardly display no bad habits or behavior in dress, grooming, or body defacing for students to notice. My ideal role model is a teacher who doesn't drink, smoke, take drugs, have tattoos, or display outlandish body-piercing. If a teacher can't break the habits of drinking and smoking, he or she must never come to school drunk or be seen drinking or smoking by his or her students. If the teacher must have a tattoo, he or she must always have it covered up and never exposed to pupils. Professional dress should always be worn in the classroom, and casual sports attire worn only for school activities. As an excellent role model, teachers have the responsibility to be honest, hard-working, have an enthusiasm for teaching and learning, be punctual, and display cooperation and compromise in the classroom. Students do pay attention to the behavior of their teachers. If teachers are seen to be honest, hard-working, and enthusiastic in class, their students will be less likely to cheat. Classes will be more lively with a quest for learning, and students will work harder to be recognized on the teachers' wall of fame in the classroom.

Students will not be tardy to class if teachers are also punctual to class. I have found that cooperation and compromise are necessary features of motivation. If a teacher models cooperation and compromise in the classroom, he can expect students to display it both inside and outside of class. Finally, as exemplary role models, teachers must always practice and insist on good manners both in and out of class, and make sure students are responsible. This includes giving greetings to all teachers and elders when meeting, not talking while other students or the teacher is talking in class, and not throwing things in class. I have found that many students are irresponsible when it comes to bringing their books to class and doing homework. It is teachers' responsibility through consequences of actions to ensure that students accept responsibility in the basic student chores of bringing materials to class and doing homework. The responsibilities of every school teacher are more important today than ever before. If teachers are to effectively train our future leaders of tomorrow, they must pay attention not only to their academic responsibilities but also to their non-academic responsibilities of teaching moral values to students.

What is the role of a Teacher? Schools are one of the first places where kids behavior and future educational success is shape. Teachers are carriers of either positive or negative behavior toward students. The reason why the first years of school are so critical is because kids learn the base of their educational life. I believe that teachers must love their career in order for them to pass enthusiasm, to assists, and to provide a warm environment to the students. In my opinion teachers are the second mothers for the students because students spend a lot of time with their teachers. At the same time. I believe a real teacher becomes through many years of training and experiences in the field. The same way, mothers are not born being great mothers but as their experiences with their kids expands they become experts on the field. We know that mothers look the best for their kids and one of their goals is to raise their kids so they can become professionals and pioneers for the society. Some of the mothers role toward kids is to give them care, love, respect, lead, instruct and to try to form a safe and pleasant environment at their homes. Are these attitudes of the mothers toward their kids related to what the role of the teacher should be with the students in the classroom? If not, what should be the role of the teachers then?

I believe that a teacher is someone who becomes through many years of training and experiences in the field. I have not found a teacher who is an expert the first day of their profession. I believe that is urgent for everyone who is a teacher or is planning to become one to get prepare in the field the best they can. All teachers who get prepare will know how to set up rules in the classroom. Those kind of teachers will probably have less problems in their classroom because they will be able to control the classroom. There are all types of teachers some are better than others. Through my life I had some professors who were well prepared and some who were not. I had some teachers who just came into the class and stared teaching. They did not get involve with the students. I rarely talked to them. Those teachers did not showed any concern about what the students were feeling. One way for a teacher to get students involve in the classroom is to ask them questions. I remembered there were some students at the class that were shy including me who did not have the chance to get involve in the class or to participate. Therefore, I believe the way students act depends on the teachers attitude. That is why I strongly recommend all teachers to invite the student to participate in the class. It is very important that teachers encourage students because students will benefit from it. A teacher carries a big responsibility in her classroom. One reason is that all students depend on her/him. Everything the teacher sys will have an impact on the students. If the teacher feels joy of feels anger, it will be spread among children because the attitudes of the teacher gets contagious. If the teacher laughs, students also laugh, why? Because teachers are responsible for the social behavior in the classroom. If something goes wrong the only responsible is the teacher even if it was not their foul. The teacher must create a warm and protective environment but at the same time professional. If students feel secure in the classroom the result will be shown in the academic progress. A good star could be a mutual trust with each student. Teaches have the responsibility to know his/her students in the classroom. Each day, the teachers show one of their attitudes that the students are unaware. Also, the students do the same in order for the teacher to get to know them, too. This is a good exercise to do because it benefits the whole class to break the ice. The first days most of the students are afraid of the teacher because they do not know how is the teachers personality. It will change until the point that the teacher and students discover to have common hobbies with each other. I think that school is a place where one goes to learn but I also believe that there should be times where fun is a necessity. That is why I think that a teacher should also have fun with the students. Kids learn faster when they feel attracted

to an exciting lesson. Teachers must not forget that kids get born fast that is why creative lessons must be plane ahead. There should be interest in what people want to learn says Mr. Spayde in his article Learning the Key of Life (59-62). I believe a teacher should also be someone who guides student rather than someone who is a totalitarian in the classroom. The teacher needs to show respect toward the students so the students also respect the teacher. Teacher must not forget the s/he teaches to different students who brings different students who brings different traditions and customs because the students come from different backgrounds. One of the keys that is useful for teachers is to understand and accept the way students are acting the way Thomas says in his article The Mind of Man (120-124) Therefore, teachers need to create a curriculum that guides students to a path of success. Consequently, they need to receive guiding depending on their students need. Sometimes, the teachers caring attitudes could have a long positive or negative influence on students. Students self-esteem could be lift up because it could create ambitions in their minds for future academic success. As Mike Rose explains in Lives in Boundaries that an educator must be an open mind person that must respect the students diversity and give love and caring attitudes toward students. I believe that is crucial to make students believe in themselves. One of the roles that a teacher carries is to encourage students in the issues that bother them about school in their personal life. It could make a big difference in the students life if he/she is lift up to keep going and to not let anything put us down. Psychologically, students could be affected if they have problems with their teachers. One of the results could be that students will avoid going to school. As professional teachers, we do not want any conflict with the students. Sometimes, the behavior of students demonstrates that something is not going right. Therefore, I think teachers must pay attention to any suspicious sings that could bother the student. As teacher is our responsibility to find out what is going on with the students in the classroom. Kids deep in their hearts feel that teachers could help them but sometimes they are afraid to ask the teacher. This issue that I see almost everyday at the school were I work as a teachers assistance. The students prefer to talk to their friends about their problems and sometimes teachers are the last person to find out about the problem. Sometimes is the teachers foul that students do not seek his/her help because sometimes the teachers do not form a bound of communication. The teachers must let students know how she feels when students do not trust her maybe it would help students to change their minds about telling the teacher his/her problem. One of the teachers that I work with is one of these persons. Students do not seek for her

help but they rather look for my help instead. I help them in everything I can but sometimes it gets really hard for me to know what to do. I believe that she is with her students. I do not see that she has a connection with the students. I believe, that teachers need to think about what are the students feeling. As teachers, one good way to do this is to look back in our school years and remembered what we went through when we were students. We will realize that most of the kids have problems with their teachers. I do not believe that there are students who have not encounter a problem with the teacher. Therefore, I do not think there is a perfect relationship between teachers and students because the relationship of teachers and students is perfect. Therefore, teachers priority should only be the benefit of the students feelings. Often, there is a debate about if a teacher should be a role model for students. Teachers are respect by society because they are view as knowledgeable about different subjects of school. I believe that even if teachers do not like to be point out as being role models I certainly think they are. Teachers have the qualities to be or become role models for students. Why? Because most teachers respect, love, care, instruct, and guide their students to become a successful person. Students view teacher as being wise therefore they look up for them. Students know that if they need something they just need to ask them. Kids learn from every lesson the teacher gives. Therefore, I believe that a teacher have an enormous responsibility on his/her actions. Even if teachers are considered to be role models I believe they still make mistakes. It is normal to make mistakes because is our nature of being humans. At the same time, students should not look to their teacher to copy them but rather to compare and to see the mistakes to not do them in our lives. Students should concentrate in doing their work and being proud of the way they are. All teachers have the key to provide a good environment for the students. The benefits of having a pleasant environment are for the teacher and students. But before that happens a teacher needs to be well prepared in order that the students receive the best treat. It is essential and crucial for teachers to be prepared because the first years of school are very important for the students. The future education success of the students depends on their first years. Its never late to star a bound of a relationship between teacher and students. Consequently, the contact of the students with the teacher is an everyday act. Even though, there will be some days in which students will have impropriate but other days where there will not be a problem at all. As humans, sometimes teachers do things that are not correct however we always have another chance to do it better. In conclusion, I strongly believe that teachers need to show

respect, caring, become role models, make a pleasant environment, treat students right, instructs them but not be totalitarian, and guides them through the road of success. The only who gets the benefits are the students and sometimes it could be a negative or positive. Throughout my life I have learned valuable lessons from great teachers but I also had negative impact in my life as well.

What are the duties and responsibilities of a teacher?

Teachers help students improve education for their future. They are meant to tell you what the world is about. There are many duties and responsibilities a teacher has. The following is a general overview.

prepare lessons, making them as interesting as possible prepare homework, assignments and assessment research information to ensure the knowledge they impart is current mark homework and pieces of assessment identify the needs of individual students in their classes, and work to help each child develop his or her own potential prepare resources for the classroom confer with students over their work assist children to learn, not judge their inability to learn identify emotional, intellectual, physical, etc issues which may be hindering the student from learning to his/her best potential, and research and recommend courses of action conduct parent-teacher interviews provide a sounding board (for both students and teachers) and allow for open discussion attend professional development sessions to improve his/her own teaching methods and curriculum present a professional but caring person at all times Treat students with respect, and teach them to treat others with respect

Teaching and Instruction

Elementary school teachers develop lesson plans that teach students a variety of subjects. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, elementary school teachers instruct students on subjects such as mathematics, reading, science and social studies. Schoolteachers may use demonstrations and props to teach subjects. Lesson plans include classroom work, such as class instruction, tests and quizzes. In addition, elementary school teachers assign homework to students to reinforce the lessons learned in the classroom. Elementary school teachers schedule field trips for students during the year to provide learning experiences outside of the classroom. Elementary school teachers motivate and inspire young children to develop a lifelong love of learning and education. Teachers may work with children in small groups or with individual students who may be struggling with the classroom material. In addition to the classroom material, elementary school teachers instruct students to work collaboratively with other children.

Assessments, Evaluations and Grades

These teachers evaluate the students' comprehension and knowledge of the material. Elementary teachers use assessments of homework assignments, quizzes and tests to determine a students progress in the class. They also observe behavior when assessing a students progress in school. The teachers observations may help identify learning or behaviorial problems. Evaluations and assessments can also identify exceptional students. Teachers keep records of grades and attendance for each student in the classroom.

Supervision and Classroom Control

Elementary school teachers lead the classroom and set the rules for behavior among students. Teachers also supervise the behavior of children outside of the classroom setting, such as during lunch, on field trips or in recess. They are responsible for establishing a productive environment for learning for all children in the classroom. Elementary teachers may discipline disruptive students and praise those who perform well in the classroom.

Parent/Teacher Meetings
Elementary school teachers meet with parents to discuss a students progress in the classroom. The teachers may offer suggestions for parents working with students at home, such as extra help or tutoring. Schools schedule parent meetings throughout the year. Parent and teacher meetings also provide an opportunity for the schoolteacher to discuss the classroom material with parents. For example, the elementary school teacher may go over the lesson plan with parents during the meeting.

Attending Conferences and Workshops

Teachers regularly attend workshops and conferences throughout the year to stay up to date on issues in teaching and learn new techniques. School districts may require the teachers to attend training workshops during the school year.

QUALITIES OF EFFECTIVE TEACHERS James Stronge The positive and negative behaviors exhibited by teachers determine, to a great extent, their effectiveness in the classroom and, ultimately, the impact they have on student achievement. Several specific characteristics of teacher responsibilities and behaviors

that contribute directly to effective teaching are listed for each of the following categories:

Implementing instruction

Red flags signaling ineffective teaching are presented at the end of each section. Both positive and negative characteristics are based on a plethora of research-based studies that address the concept of improving the educational system for both students and teachers. These qualities are general for any content area or grade level. Subject-specific qualities presented for the four content areas typically found in all schools include:

The lists are provided as a vehicle to promote teacher effectiveness. I. THE TEACHER AS A PERSON The teacher is the representative of the content and the school. How a teacher presents himself makes an impression on administrators, colleagues, parents, and students. Often a student links the preference to a particular subject to a teacher and the way the subject was taught. A teacher who exudes enthusiasm and competence for a content area may transfer those feelings to the students. In addition, how the teacher relates to the pupils has an impact on the students experience in the class. The teachers personality is one of the first sets of characteristics to look for in an effective teacher. Many aspects of effective teaching can be cultivated, but it is difficult to effect change in an individuals personality. A. Positive Qualities es ownership for the classroom and the students success eelings of students

practice

Is structured, yet flexible and spontaneous dents to enjoy learning -win solution in conflict situations d comments.

Conducts one-on-one conversations with students with students outside the classroom outside the classroom Maintains a professional manner at all times

B. Red Flags of Ineffective Teaching and class on a regular basis

students

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II. CLASSROM MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION A classroom reveals telltale signs of its users style. Typically, a well-organized classroom has various instructional organizers, such as rules, posted on walls. Books and supplies are organized so that often needed ones are easily accessible. The furniture arrangement and classroom displays often reveal how the teacher uses the space. Once the students enter, the details of a classroom at work are evident. The teachers plan for the environment, both the organization of the classroom and of students, allows the classroom to run itself amid the buzz of student and teacher interaction. A. Positive Qualities around tables to promote interaction instructional groups, procurement of materials and supplies, and supervision of volunteers and paraprofessionals in the classroom and consistent responses to student actions and equipment are in good repair calendars of student events

activities respectful manner urages interactions and allows low hum of conversations about activities or tasks situations as they occur running of the classroom and the handling of routine student needs (e.g., bathroom visits, pencil sharpening, and throwing away trash) ve reinforcement and feedback established student routines for responsibilities and student leadership

Posts appropriate safety procedures A. Red Flags of Ineffective Teaching airs in rows facing forward (without regrouping) rules visits, pencil sharpening, and disruptions) ial posters to decorate walls formulated) ogress on charts for all to view

Does not post or is not clear about expectations of students engagement from learning ve details that must be done before class begins outines or responsibilities

consequences or punishment according to mood; unpredictable III. ORGANIZING AND ORIENTING FOR INSTRUCTION Some teachers plan at home, and others work after school, crafting unit plans that

incorporate various objectives. Regardless where or how teachers plan and organize for instruction, the evidence of effective work is seen in the classroom. An observer in the classroom of an effective teacher can quickly understand the work by viewing the daily lesson objectives and activities posted. Further, the teacher is able to share what the class will be doing to follow-up the lesson of the day. In many schools, teachers are required to submit weekly lesson plans, these plans typically note accommodations for different learning styles or needs, and the variety of instructional approaches that will be used. It is important to note, however, that a lesson plan is not an end-all; it is merely a description of what should be occurring in the classroom. Thus, a good plan doesnt guarantee high-quality instruction, but a poor plan most certainly contributes to ineffective instruction. A. Positive Qualities know the daily plan because an agenda of objectives and activities is given ment and diagnostic data are available of lesson plans ble and considered when writing lesson plans lum guides -developed assessments are aligned with curriculum guides have clearly stated objectives include activities and strategies to engage students of various ability levels ns include required accommodations for students with special needs in classroom

easily accessible area of the classroom containing all necessary information B. Red flags of Ineffective Teaching

evident h local or district curriculum guides e selected

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procedures, lesson plans, fire and tornado drill evacuation route maps) IV. IMPLEMENTING INSTRUCTION Effective teaching combines the essence of good classroom management, organization, effective planning, and the teachers personal characteristics. The classroom presentation of the material to the students and provision of experiences for the students to make authentic connections to the material are vital. The effective teacher facilitates the classroom like a symphony conductor who brings out the best performance from each musician to make a beautiful sound. In the case of the classroom, each student is achieving instructional goals in a positive classroom environment that is supportive, challenging, and nurturing of those goals. The best lesson plan is of little use if the classroom management component is lacking or the teacher lacks rapport with the students. Implementing instruction is like opening night at the theater where all the behind-the-scenes work is hidden and only the magic is seen by the audience. Effective teachers seem to achieve classroom magic effortlessly. The trained observer, on the other hand, is likely to feel great empathy and appreciation for the carefully orchestrated art of teaching. A. Positive Qualities pre-assessments to guide instruction

have roles to play, such as passing out materials so the teacher need not stop the momentum of the lesson) -order thinking strategies

continuously y and pacing of the lesson in response to student cues

throughout the room) -centered classroom rather than teacher-centered classroom dback (verbal, nonverbal, and written)

B. Red Flags of Ineffective Teaching tudents (e.g., bored, off-task, asleep)

ineffective variety in instructional methods used

supervisors ly current strategies or best practices

V. MONITORING STUDENT PROGRESS AND POTENTIAL Effective teachers have a sense of how each student is doing in the classes that they teach. They use a variety of formal and informal measures to monitor and assess their pupils mastery of a concept or skill. When a student is having difficulty, the teacher targets the knowledge or skill that is troubling the student, and provides remediation as necessary to fill in that gap. Communication with all parties vested in the success of the student is important since parents and instructional teams are also interested in monitoring the students progress. Monitoring of student progress and potential need not be solely the responsibility of the teacher; indeed, an effective teacher facilitates students understanding of how to assess their own performance, that is, assists them in metacognition. However, ultimate accountability does lie with each teacher, so documenting a students progress and performance needs to be accomplished. An effective teacher who has observed and worked with a student has a sense of the potential that student possesses, encourages the student to excel, and provides the push to motivate the student to make a sustained effort when needed. A. Positive Qualities

written feedback student progress and achievement analysis

ltiple assessments to determine whether a student has mastered a skill

implementation dents a regular basis

for special-needs students Maintains copies of all correspondence (written, e-mail,) concerning student progress -parent-student conferences and meetings s assignments

for special-needs students B. Red Flags of Ineffective Teaching

n log guardians high failure rates or unrealistically high percentage of excellent grades -teach after assessments to correct gaps in student learning ffers little or not variety of assessments -needs students (communication may include conferences, phone calls, e-mail, newsletters, Websites) gue, technical, or inappropriate language in communication special needs VI. PROFESSIONALISM Teachers have been portrayed in a variety of ways in the media, ranging from detrimental images to beloved masters of their craft who inspire students to excel. Effective teachers can be seen, heard, and sensed. The effective teacher engages in dialogue with students, colleagues, parents, and administrators and consistently

demonstrates respect, accessibility, and expertise. Effective teachers are easily identified through their adept use of questioning and instruction given in the classroom. Finally, an observer who knows from all sources that this person truly makes a difference in the classroom can sense the presence of an effective teacher. The true teacher is a master of teaching. A. Positive Qualities -way communication between teacher and administrators nts

-level meetings; is a team player meetings duties

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graduate classes, workshops)

arities found that are within the control of the teacher

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the school of contract hours d by other adults visiting the classroom

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