https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj What are our beliefs about what makes a great teacher? And what makes a great teacher great? en-us 2018-08-17 09:44:50 UTC 2019-06-01 22:30:33 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/277411892 That the teacher will engage students in their subject and provide opportunities for students to succeed at any level
-Megan. ]]> 2018-09-04 03:44:24 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/277411892 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/277411940 Engaging student's imagination.
Showing students that there are some areas they may be the teacher.
We are all learners - students and teachers]]> 2018-09-04 03:44:42 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/277411940 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/277412014 Knowing what it's like for students! Some teachers don't understand why students "don't get it" and don't understand how hard it can be to learn something new for the first time, as they are the experts.
- Megan. ]]> 2018-09-04 03:45:17 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/277412014 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/277828584 Student focused. 
Take the time to listen
Driven
Inspirational and inspring 
Knowledge - have some
more of the coach rather then a teacher
sense of humour -
Being a learner - admit mistakes or fail in front of the kids
Get it wrong
Share life long learning (as learners) with kids
Values (life and school) matter to build strong culture with the kids
Students and teachers - we are all together. It feels like a partnership . This means that kids will take risks!]]> 2018-09-05 03:53:35 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/277828584 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/280014751 2018-09-11 17:53:14 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/280014751 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/280014766 Ensuring you provide lots of real life experiences that engage the children. Book learning is not always necessary - learning can happen more by the /real experiences
- Ruth]]> 2018-09-11 17:53:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/280014766 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/281119791 Knowing your learners.
If you don't know who you are teaching, then you don't know what will engage them and excite them in your classroom. Also, they need to know who you are- otherwise, why would they care about what you have to say?
Relationships form mutual respect in the classroom, whih creates a solid foundation for a learning partnership!
-Holly]]> 2018-09-14 02:26:32 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/281119791 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/281823604 someone who is...
passionate;
wants to make a difference to every individual learner;
knows their students;
isn't afraid to make mistakes and admit it;
works alongside the learners;
is a risk taker;
models life long learning;
takes the time to listen -really listen to the students;
collects student voice;
allows for student agency;
asks for feedback;
reflects regularly and makes changes to their practice when necessary;
has a natural spark - is 'herself';
looks at the big ideas and finds creative ways to hook the learner;
encourages the students to take risks/ask questions/follow their own passions with the teacher as the support person alongside; 
is empathetic;
has high expectations and wants the students to succeed;
enjoys being silly and having a laugh; 

Katrina]]> 2018-09-16 00:41:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/281823604 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/363839065 They have a heart for teaching, eagerness to make a difference.
They are a passionate learner themselves.
Relationships with students and whānau - getting to know them and what they bring to the classroom.
They care for all their students and enhance a joy of learning and a joy in themselves.
They create interactive experiences, it's not about control.
-Jen]]> 2019-05-27 22:42:56 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/363839065 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364262810 Someone who changes and molds the classroom programme to the needs and interests of the learners in the class.

Someone who takes the time to build relationships and trust.

Someone who creates a space where all children feel safe and respected

A teacher who laughs and has fun alongside the students 

A great teacher is connected not only with the student but the students family.

Lucy]]> 2019-05-29 08:02:27 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364262810 ronan7 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364585940 - someone who is empathic and kind
- someone who shows that it's cool to care
- someone who is organised and can prioritise tasks
- someone who has a calm, quiet demeanour
- someone who is confident in dealing with children
- someone who has high expectations
- someone who is positive
- someone who brings the best out in children
- someone who is always learning and is open to new challenges
- someone who makes learning interesting
- someone who always encourages and praises

Ronan]]> 2019-05-30 10:05:23 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364585940 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364746106 Someone who takes the time to make meaningful , empathetic connections with students  and develop a deep rapport. 
A great teacher prioritises student wellbeing and strives to create a classroom environment of trust and care

Someone who continually challenges and develops themselves as a learner and teacher within the context of education and beyond. 

Someone who brings their whole self to the classroom, who is passionate about life and exudes joy, a love of learning and a willingness to embrace different approaches

Someone who sets high expectations for students and supports them with the tools and skills to achieve their goals.
Jeannine]]> 2019-05-30 20:07:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364746106 francesca39 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364814877 Someone who can relate to the children and adapt their approach to suit their needs each day. Not only as a class but as individuals. 

Someone who has high expectations for their children and helps them to believe and reach their full potential.

Someone who has a sense of humour and can find the good in every child.

Someone who builds and treasures the relationships they have with each child. 

Francesca


]]> 2019-05-31 03:32:43 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364814877 denise19 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364814892 ... eats apples! If you watch the Ted Talk you will see that eating apples really becomes the metaphor for doing something that students can relate to, get to know you through and so build the trust - so great teachers have relational trust!
They love to learn themselves and so have an innate sense of curiosity.
They have a knowledge of the curriculum so that they can guide and facilitate the learning. 
Denise]]> 2019-05-31 03:32:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364814892 francesca39 https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364815530 Someone who respects the treaty and helps impart its understanding to the students.

Someone who has a passion for the learning and the learner. 

Someone who is passionately committed to the wellbeing of the student.

Someone who is part of their journey of learning.

Helen]]> 2019-05-31 03:39:36 UTC https://padlet.com/sarah_whiting/38ycl0mfcehj/wish/364815530