There is a sense of purpose to every minute of the instructional period. These teachers are self-reflective. They think about their teaching. They analyze what they did in the classroom and try to do a better job with their next lesson. They understand teaching well enough to be able to make changes following their self-analysis.
Outstanding teachers are positive about their jobs and their lives.
They enjoy coming to school and being with their students. They enjoy what they do, and their sense of satisfaction comes through to all the students and adults with whom they come into contact. These are people you want to be around versus ones you want to avoid. Their glasses are always half full and never empty. Teachers with these eight qualities have the knowledge, skills, and attitudes which set them apart.