10 Things That Separate Good Teachers from Great Ones

Cross Posted at Brilliant or Insane 

What separates a good teacher from a great teacher?

1 -- Good teachers teach the subject matter. Their students do very well on assessments.

Great teachers prepare their students for the future.

2 -- Good teachers have high expectations for their students.

Great teachers have high expectations for themselves.

3 -- Good teachers are acutely aware of their surroundings. Their classrooms are well-oiled machines.

Great teachers "pick-n-choose" their battles. They recognize that each student should be treated fairly, but not necessarily equally.

4 -- Good teachers have students who produce.

Great teachers recognize that they are responsible for what their students produce.

5 -- Good teachers reflect.

Great teachers look to their peers, administrators, online, and read books to improve. Most importantly, they look to themselves for answers.

6 -- Good teachers seek to improve themselves.

Great teachers push their peers to become better. 

7 -- Good teachers provide consistent feedback.

Great teachers possess a growth mindset and constantly praise efforts.

8 -- Good teachers arrive to school on time and complete all their duties and obligations.

Great teachers go above and beyond for their students and their school. They never quit and never complain about the hours.

9 -- Good teachers are respected by their students.

Great teachers are loved by their students. 

10 -- Good teachers know their students.

Great teachers know their students better than they know themselves.