Good education comes from a teacher who has a solid understanding of the material that needs to be taught.

Good education comes from a teacher who tries new ideas, determining if they work and not being frightened to accept them or reject them.

Good education comes from sharing ideas and insights with other educators and continuing to do this every day.

Good education comes from a teacher who has the courage to challenge students and is able to determine how much of a challenge they can accept.

Good educators are excellent communicators.

Good educators understand how people think and what motivates them.

Good educators inspire others.

Good educators have a deep interest in others; they are excited when a child learns and the excitement can’t be hidden.

Good educators know their material and more…

Effective educators do not feel threatened by a student who is brighter than them. They celebrate this and teach the child how to use their gifts.