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Title: The Big XII: Skills for Teaching (and Life!)


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The Big XII Skills for Teaching (and Life!)
  • Heather Sparks, NBCT
  • Taft Middle School
  • August 10, 2009

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12. Empathy
  • Get to know your students and the lives they
    live.
  • Show interest in student activities.
  • Even on your worst day, youre a students best
    hope. Larry Bell

3
11. Respect
  • Show the respect you expect.
  • Find ways to connect to students.
  • Create a special greeting.

4
10. Patience
  • Students that are hardest to love, need your
    love the most.
  • Know when to reschedule students
  • Keep your power in perspective.

5
9. Flexibility
  • Be willing and able to make changes.
  • Learn to compromise.
  • Create win-win situations.

6
8. Collegiality
  • Know your strengths and those of your colleagues.
  • Find common ground and work together.
  • ALWAYS treat the school secretary, custodian and
    other power players with respect.

7
7. Creativity
  • Dont be married to one specific teaching
    strategy or textbook.
  • Explore resources regularly.
  • Seek professional growth opportunities.

8
6. Problem Solving
  • Have a solution before you complain about a
    problem.
  • Ask advice of other professionals.
  • Involve families.

9
5. Positive Attitude
  • Fred Factor
  • Being positive is a choice!
  • Which candy salesperson are you?

10
4. Sense of Humor
  • Dont be afraid to laugh at yourself.
  • Create class jokes that include everyone.
  • Learn jokes appropriate for your field or subject.

11
3. High Expectations
  • Set worthy goals for yourself and reflect often
    on your progress.
  • Establish high expectations for your students.

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2. Amnesia
  • Learn to let goDont be a garbage truck!
  • Every day is a fresh start for students.

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And the number one skill needed for successful
teaching(and successful living)
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1. Self-Care
  • Know your needs and make sure they are met.
  • As much as possible, leave school at school.
  • Adopt a hobby and give yourself permission to
    enjoy it!
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