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I think some people are just naturally gifted teachers (great people skills, patience, the heart for it, etc.) but it is definitely something that is grown. It is a practice like anything else. Especially in this ever changing world we must reevaluate and continue to grow and change.

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Reflecting, observing others, and lots of practice. I think knowing and accepting that you are not doing it alone and that it takes a village. It's a trial and error for sure, but I think you have to have the want/love for teaching to really persevere through and become better than who you were yesterday.

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I think that people are born with a servant's heart ..they may choose teaching, nursing, counselor etc. Just depends on the group of people they want to serve most. We all have room to grow at everything we do! If you think you have arrived...you have not!

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TIME!!! Teachers are not prepared for real life in the classroom in college or even student teaching. Each year brings differnet joys and challenges...try something new..if it doesnt work, reboot and try again. Observing other teachers really is helpful. Having that one someone to bounce ideas off of, talk you down when you are going to explode and remind you of why we do it!!

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Both. A person usually is born with the innate qualities needed to be a good teacher; however, if they already possess these qualities, even just a little bit, they can be grown into great teachers.

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Experience. Learning what works and what doesn't, reflecting, and making changes. Observing other good teachers. Gaining knowledge and ideas from new and veteran teachers. Having a growth mindset to do all of this is key. So many veteran teachers think they can't learn anything new. Wrong! You can ALWAYS learn something new to help you become a better teacher.

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I think it is both, but for both it comes down to effort. If you are willing to put in the effort you can be an amazing teacher. Even if you are naturally a good teacher you can become even better through investing time in collaboration and reflection. It is also a representation of your desire to serve a student population to see them grow, develop, and become risk takers. I realize how horrible I was in my first years when I see how AMAZING our BTS are at EWA! You make mistakes and grow just like our students.

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Stealing ideas! Being willing to hear others! Collaboration! At 25 years I still think I have a long way to go! There is so much awesomeness out there if you talk to others and explore! This takes time, but it is worth the time invested. Like they say.. .

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I think that anyone can be taught to be a teacher but the best ones have innate abilities and are naturally gifted in the areas of education. It comes down to patience and dedication to quality - these traits are strongest in educators who have always had the passion for teaching and helping others.

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Reflecting on ones practice is the easiest way to grow as an educator. Whether that be videoing yourself, revising lesson plans, journal check ins, etc. When I'm at my most frustrated in the classroom, I take a minute, reflect on the situation and ask myself what I could have done differently to better support a student/effect a situation. There is always room for improvement.
Also, I think being super consistent is a step towards growth as a teacher. When students know what to expect, there is less room for error. Students respect you more when you say what you mean, and mean what you say.

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I think it is a bit of both. I think that anyone can learn to be a teacher but a good teacher is one who naturally nurtures and encourages learning. Patience is a strong trait of teachers and that is often something that is developed prior to adult hood and environment based, so I do think that prior there are some characteristics that have to be in place prior to becoming a teacher.

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Reflect, reflect, reflect. And find support through other teachers or outside of school if need be. Tyr to find what works for YOU, and what you want YOUR teaching to look like, not what someone else is doing. We all have different personalities, levels of expectations, and with that different teaching styles. It's important to work to discover what your style is and grow from there.

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I absolutely believe that becoming a better teacher comes from observing other teachers, as well as learning from experience. As in any career - you can only learn so much from a book. The classes give you the foundation, but you need to get your hands dirty in order to grow.

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I think some people are born with the natural ability to teach but a good teacher grows with experience and different challenges. There are always new things to try in the classroom and grow from!

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I think everyone can improve on any task, including teaching. That being said, I do believe that we all have different gifts and talents. Some teachers are given the gift of being able to communicate and share effectively with others. They have a passion for helping others succeed.

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You become a better teacher with feedback from peers, learning, and changing!
In my 1st year, I have learned ALOT from observing my mentor and other teachers on my grade level!

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I think everyone can improve. We all have the ability to grow. Continuing to attend professional developments or enrolling in courses gives teachers additional tools in their toolboxes. Collaborating with others strengthens us as does observing teachers in their classrooms. Lastly, reflecting on our on practices helps us improve.

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I think that there are qualities in us that make teaching come natural for some, but if given the chance, anyone can work on developing these skills and grow themselves into a successful teacher. So while you can be born with the qualities needed, I think anyone can grown in the skill areas needed.

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We can become better teachers by learning from others. Through reflection and seeing what went well, what didn't go well, we can learn from our experiences and grow. Also, being open to constructive feedback and flexbile, willing to try new things, and overtime, you will find the things that make you successful in your classroom.

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I believe there are some qualities that come naturally in good teachers, like the ability to create a safe space. But there are also things that can be grown and taught to make good teachers, like classroom management skills and differentiation skills.

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I think that good teachers are born with qualities that influence their decisions to go in to education. Over time those qualities can be grown into skills that can make them an even better teacher and find their niche.

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I believe that everyone is born with gifts. Some people are gifted with qualities that fit the teaching profession. In order to become a good teacher, you must practice and put in the work with anything else.

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I think that the being able to be adaptable and have confidence are qualities of good or better teachers. Being able to act quickly and effectively to most situations is key to how productive and safe a classroom can be. Additionally, having confidence in your decisions can greatly influence the culture and atmosphere of your classroom. Having both of these skills can positively impact your ability to be able to create a space to work on other skills and continue to grow and learn.

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I believe it takes time and a good attitude. If you are willing to put in the work, you can be successful. I believe you have to really care and show the students that you care as well.

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I think most teachers that are good teachers definitely have knack for teaching, however I definitely think that good teachers are teachers that are always willing to grow and learn.

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Be open to learning and collaborating with other teacher. Don't be afraid to "borrow" a great lesson from another teacher. Be open to learning new tools and tricks from newer teachers, as they are more up to date on technology, etc. than some veteran teachers. Always take PD when available. Watch other teachers teach. Join teacher social media groups for support, advice, ideas, etc.

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I believe that people are born with certain gifts and talents that contribute to their career calling/teaching. I believe that good teachers use the gifts they are born with to share with other teachers, in turn creating growth and reflection. A good teacher seeks out areas and skills that maybe do not come naturally, to gain experience.

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I think one becomes a good or better teacher by seeking help from those with experience or different styles of teaching. I think collaboration, observation, reflection, trial/error, time, and ATTITUDE can create improvement.

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I think that some teachers are born with the ability to work with kids and have the heart to teach. This ability grows as the teacher learns more throughout the years.

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I believe a person can be born with the gift of teaching. Some people naturally have traits that would help them be successful in the classroom like patience and perseverance.

On the other hand, a teacher can continue to grow in their skills through experiences at school.

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I think that teaching is a bit of both. Some people are born with an innate ability for compassion and communication. However, there are always things to improve on. It is just slightly different from year to year so there is something that might have worked last year but definitely will not work this year.

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One becomes a good/ better teacher by seeking out PD, observing others, and learning from experience.

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I have found one of the best ways to grow as a teacher is talking with other teachers, find out their ideas, tips and tricks that may help in your class. Learning from your own trial and error. There have been plenty of times I have tried something new and found that it was not going to work. So learn from it and try something else. It is so important to let your students see how you handle failure. They learn a lot watching the adults around them.

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I have grown in balancing school with personal life. I have more time for myself on weeknights and weekends/not over-prioritizing what goes on in my classroom while at home.

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We do possess the necessary traits to work with children. However, each year each class teaches you a skill that help us grow!

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I do feel like people are born with special and natural qualities that encourage them or spark their interest to become teachers, but I feel like a good teacher is constantly GROWING each year!!!!!!

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More confident in my teaching practice - able to venture from the lesson plan and change things quickly if needed. More confident in my relationships with students and able to have tough conversations if needed.

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I have also grown sooooo much in balancing my school life and personal life. Teaching was truly my LIFE my first year teaching, but this year I am able to step back and use my time wisely during school hours. I am also able to use and do the things that I spent creating and making last year (which is very time consuming)!!!

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I am way more confident with my content standards and lesson planning. I'm also more flexible when the class doesn't go as planned. Sometimes the best lessons are those that evolve as they go. I'm also more confident in emailing/calling parents.

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Watching other educators within our school and at other schools. Working with your team to take on challenges and reflecting on mishaps to grow and overcome the challenges that occur each day. Accepting that education is everchanging!

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I think that people can be born with the love, patience, and nurturing side which helps build develop student relationships. Other aspects are learned with time and practice.

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I have grown in my confidence and abilities to lead a class. I also have grown in my own maturity and understanding how to work with students in the Middle school age range. This year I have also "lightened up" as I learn the rules and expectations upon me and the students. Also having quality materials to use from last year helps improve my work life balance.

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Building relationships with peers and students. Self-reflecting and observing others with years of experience.

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I am much more comfortable with my classroom management and the content that I am teaching.

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I am so much more confident in my content as well as my transitions and management of my classroom.

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I think being willing to learn and open to new ideas are essential to becoming a good teacher. Also attending conferences/PD in your subject area to continue to expand your knowledge and grow as a professional.

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I have grown so much in this year. I have learned to not take myself as seriously and to give myself grace. Always give 100% even when it does not look the same every day.

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I believe for some it does come a bit more naturally but anyone can grow as a teacher if they're willing to learn and genuinely love their students.

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Structured and intentional support that encourages BTs to reflect, learn and grow. To produce a system of fellowship so that BT understands  "It takes a village" to be a successful teacher. Leaning on one another is the only way to survive in this profession!!!

Organized documentation of mentor/BT support and observation. Teacher evaluations that help BTs to progress.

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EWA provides time for teachers to observe other teachers and matches BT's with the best teachers to guide them. BT coordinator is approachable and wants to help. We are are working towards the same goal..doing the right thing for kids! More support than any school that I know.

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The BT program helps to keep all beginning teachers accountable and responsible for their licensure. It ensures that all BTs are given support by the coordinator and their mentor to develop best practices. No one is truly prepared for the classroom right out of college. The BT program helps make sure that everyone is intentional, organized, and prepared to teach on their own.

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This has been the most beneficial program for learning how to be a real teacher. I have been able to understand important facets like  classroom management, differentiation, and understanding the importance of teaching the whole child. Having a program that holds me accountable with regular deadlines and clear expectations helps set healthy boundaries with time management and organization.

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In what ways does the BT Support Program work to help teachers grow? - We are able to share our experiences and share the knowledge that we have already gained from our years of experience.
What is the purpose of the BT Support Program? - build relationships and share knowledge to help new teachers better serve our kids and community!

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Accountability- ensuring that BT's are observed every quarter by a variety of people, video reflections, peer observations...while it may seem like a lot of tasks it ensures that BT's are given feedback throughout the year.

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The BT program provides opportunities for beginning teachers to observe veteran teachers. While meeting together occasionally to help us reflect respond to our lessons to help us grow as a teacher.

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The BT support program provides intentional support for new teachers in some of the toughest years of their career. Having a mentor to learn from provides teachers with the tools they need to be successful.

The BT program also provides accountability and helps teachers learn what will be expected of them on a State level.

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It is a place to ask questions, collaborate, and receive support and feedback to grow as an educator.  This is a safe place for reflection on their practice.

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Being able to collaborate with and learn from veteran teachers, whether they be on my team, in my building, or in another house, is a huge help as a BT.  I get ideas from other teachers who teach different subjects and grade levels.

The BT program helps me always keep my standards as my focus & also helps me to reflect on my teaching practices.

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Opportunities to see and get ideas from others, promote opportunities for reflection and expose teachers to evaluation process, as questions, feel like when you have reached a low point that you still have support to turn to, help build your network and support system

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The purpose of this program is to help support and grow teachers. This program gives us the resources to become well rounded teachers. We are given many opportunities for positive feedback, observations, and to ask questions!

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The BT program offers beginning teachers a support person that will work with them to help them grow. Through collaboration and observations, BTs can focus on the skills they wish to improve in a safe and nurturing environment. It also provides a safe place for beginning teachers to find the answers to their questions. As a mentor, it has given me a chance to see the profession through a different lens and given me a fresh, new perspective. I have learned some new things to try and it has energized me in my own classroom. Working together helps us all grow!

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Using self reflection, tiered support, and strong mentorship.
Purpose = to help beginning teachers grow into stronger educators while also serving as a support system and reference point.

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I have definitely gotten more confident in myself and my capabilities as a teacher. I've gotten better about sticking to my classroom management protocol and it has really proven to be beneficial to me this semester

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I can't lie - this program is definitely not easy. There have been some tear filled days because of things going horrible. BUT that challenge is the benefit because this program pushes me to be better. It has pushed me to grow as much as I have. Also, it makes me feel less alone in my struggles to see that other beginning teachers have similar issues that I have.

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I believe you become a better teacher by:
-Experiences
-Quality professional development
- Learning from others (BTs or more experienced teachers
- Applying others input to improve your learning.

**You always have something to learn no matter how long you have been doing something.**

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The BT program supports us by allowing us to learn and grow from those around us through observations and reflection. We also have our mentor to support us and guide us in lesson plans, and additional support we need.