The teacher-students relationship is very important for children. McDaniel tells us of a saying that goes “Values are caught, not taught.” Teachers who are courteous, prompt, enthusiastic, in control, patient and organized provide examples for their students through their own behavior. The “do as I say, not as I do” teachers send mixed messages that confuse students and invite misbehavior.

Here’s short real piece of reminder to the teachers and her pupils.

Inside a classroom there is:

1. vModel mutual respect, not anxiety
2. vMotivation and Inspiration, not punishment
3. vEncouragement, not criticism
4. vClassroom agreement, not top-down rules
5. vShared responsibility, not sole responsibility
6. vFair and Reasonable, not put-downs between students
7. vCooperation, not competition
8. vCamaraderie, not hatred
9. vTeacher facilitation and leadership, not command
10. vFreedom and order, not dictatorship

According to the Jones, “Teachers are encouraged to blend their warmth and firmness towards the students in their classroom, but with realistic limits.” Respect between teacher and student with both feeling enthusiastic when learning and teaching. Having established a positive relationship with students will encourage students to seek education and be enthusiastic and to be in school. Teachers should assert that they should also be treated with respect and their responsibilities to ensure that students treat each other with kindness.

By: Judith J. Adrados | Tearcher III | Pilar Elementary School | Pilar Bataan