The Tupelo Teacher communicates a vision of success in the classroom, focusing on both the child and the future. The teacher knows the curriculum and utilizes imaginative and challenging methods for instruction. Continually working to better instruction, the Tupelo Teacher participates as a member of the larger learning community and practices professional habits. He/She clearly communicates classroom expectations and fosters a relationship with students and families. Most of all, the Tupelo Teacher models and promotes ethics and integrity in professional and personal activities.
Attributes of The Tupelo Teacher
Demonstrates a vision for success in classroom
Makes a difference for the future
Inspires lifelong learning
Values quality and works for every child and colleague to achieve success
Maintains excellent physical and mental wellness effectively modeling
appropriate behavior for students and colleagues
Imparts a desire to make a difference in the lives of young people
Encourages students to be independent and confident learners, to think outside the
box, and to develop habits of learning for a lifetime
Knows the curriculum and utilizes imaginative and challenging methods for instruction
Teaches with enthusiasm and patience
Develops intelligence and creativity
Knows and practices superior instruction
Conveys a broad knowledge of curriculum and is able to create and refine a
rigorous curriculum
Uses a variety of informative data and assessment tools to design and plan for
student growth
Emphasizes the history, structure and real-world applications of the subject
Practices professional habits as members of the larger learning community
Thinks systematically while planning teaching and learning
Continues to learn, to grow, and to contribute to the profession and serves as a
mentor to new teachers
Utilizes various instructional strategies and stays abreast of current issues
Reflects on practice to deepen knowledge, to expand repertoire of skills, and
to incorporate new findings into instruction
Works with other professionals on instructional policy, curriculum
development, and staff development
Communicates classroom expectations
Maintains intellectual goals
Builds and cultivates positive relationships with children, colleagues, families
and community without discriminations
Articulates expectations and is accessible to students, parents, and
community members
Utilizes discipline and classroom management techniques consistently and effectively
Sets high expectations and standards for academic excellence
Builds partnerships with community groups and businesses
Works collaboratively with parents to engage them productively in the work of the school
Models and promotes ethics and integrity in professional and personal activities
Exhibits true love of educating all children
Exhibits an excellent work ethic (works until the work is done), reliable
Respects and cares about children and their families
Displays high standards of professional conduct and is a positive influence in
the community
Maintains confidentiality and respects the rights of others
Reveals the courage to do the right things under all circumstances
Affirms a desire to make a difference in the lives of young people
Shows sensitivity to an individuals circumstances and needs, demonstrating
empathy and understanding