A teacher plays a key role in the society. He/she is the model being imitated by people most especially by the young ones. So, it is only proper to enumerate those traits/features which make a teacher superlative.
A. Scholarly. A superlative teacher has an adequate reservoir of knowledge and fully knows the contents of the subjects which he/she has to teach. He/she should be a person who knows a lot of ideas, notions, principles, theories and information. It is because of his/her resourcefulness, further readings and studies that is why he/she became scholarly.
B. Clear in both oral and written communication. A superlative teacher is an excellent communicator, both in oral and written expressions. He/she emits words which are truly concise and specific. Moreover, he/she gives clear instructions and directions most especially to the learners.
C. Confident. A superlative teacher should be evidently confident. He/she must be oozing with self-esteem which may show his/her great character and personality. Though he/she is confident but the level won’t deviate from the standard of humility.
D. Ethical. A superlative teacher gives importance to ethics. His/her actions are according to the norms or standards prescribed by the society. He/she never fails to follow the rules and policies not only of the school but also of the country.
E. Open-minded. A superlative teacher has an open heart and mind. He/she understands the nature of every person. He/she listens to every sentiment or emotion. He/she lends his/her ear to the people who are in need of advice or suggestion.
F. Excellent role model. A superlative teacher is a genuine role model in the community. He/she does good actions which are really worth imitating. His/her actions are admirable and because of these people consider him/her as an icon.
G. Has good personal hygiene and well-groomed. A superlative teacher is always pleasing to be seen most especially in the way he/she dresses up. Also, the physical appearance should be very pleasant.
H. Well-disciplined. A superlative teacher is well-disciplined most especially on his/her actions and attitude. He/she always follows the rules and abides with the policies.
I. Well-versed. A superlative teacher should be flexible and can do a lot of things. He/she should be versatile in doing various tasks in the school.
J. Has a good sense of humor and with smiles. A superlative teacher is the one who always possesses a sense of humor and who keeps a great smile.
These are the traits which make a teacher truly superlative.
By: Raichel M. Evaristo | Teacher I | Legua Elementary School | Orani, Bataan
