मंगलवार, 26 जुलाई 2011

TEACHER 2011


What does it mean to be a
TEACHER   in   2011?
        Being a teacher means you can make a difference.
Education is changing! (It has probably changed since we were in school.)
What is changing?
        Society’s expectations
        Shifting enrolment patterns
        Technology
        Mobility
Some things have not changed.
        Students are still students
        Teaching still involves quality interpersonal relationships
        Teachers still need to be leaders
        Students still learn in classrooms (so far!!)
        Teachers are still the biggest single influence on student learning.
What are the features of a successful teacher in 2011 ?
To be successful you need:
        Enthusiasm.
        A genuine care for children.
        A capacity to solve problem.
        The ability to relate to ALL types of people
        A willingness to work hard, particularly in the early years of your career.
        A thorough knowledge of the curriculum but more importantly, a thorough knowledge of teaching content.
        Flexibility.
        A belief in lifelong learning.
        A balanced life.
        Good communication skills.
        To be good at something – sport, music, choir, technology, literacy, numeracy and share your greatness.
        A willingness to work long hours.
        A capacity to listen to advice.
        A belief that you can make a difference.
        A sound working knowledge of computers.
Have a working knowledge of your systems policies relating to:
* Child Protection
* Code of Conduct
* Professional Responsibilities
* Legislative requirements
        A belief that all children can learn.
        A belief that all children are innately good.
        To not let an opportunity for learning go by.
        To understand the teaching/learning cycle.
        To continue to search for the elusive answer to this question – “ How do children learn?”
        A willingness to teach students with special needs.
        A knowledge of equity.
        Commitment.
        To be able to work as a member of a team.
        A sense of humour.
        A willingness to listen.
        A willingness to take on board suggestions.
        A willingness to ask for help.
        Know that you have some wonderful support from the system you are in.
        Know your context.
* System
* School
* Opportunities
Best wishes for a wonderful career !

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