Good teacher is....

A good teacher makes herself available to all students, however, knows which stu dents need extra assistance. A good teacher is an effective communicator, however, who knows when she needs t o change her communicating techniques to be sure students can grasp instructiona l concepts. A good teacher allows students to ask questions, however, does not answer questi ons without drawing from other students' learning experience first. A good teacher has classroom rules and procedures which help students know what is expected from them and how the students can help themselves. A good teacher encourages cooperation and sets an example with other students an d faculty. A good teacher is flexible and able to change lessons "spur of the moment" in or der to accommodate the needs of her students. A good teacher respects all students and encourages good performance.