Teachers use their knowledge of how students learn and develop to provide opportunities for intellectual, social, and personal growth. Teachers engage culturally diverse students in learning activities by accommodating differences in gender, socioeconomic status, ethnic membership, and language profiiciency. Teachers implement learning activities for students at all ability levels and accommodate the needs of students with physical or learning disabilities. Teachers use reading and writing to enhance student learning and implement a variety of strategies to foster critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills. Teachers produce a positive, orderly classroom climate and show care and respect for each student while orchestrating lessons that engage the class in learning.
Teachers provide clear instruction and valuable feedback when interacting orally or in writing.
Teachers use a variety of traditional technology as well as new electronic media to enhance and supplement instruction. Teachers use informal and formal measurements to make formative and summative evaluations that accurately assess meaningful learning. Teachers seek to improve teaching by using new information, studying the current literature, associating with other professionals, reflecting on practice, and performing in a legal and ethical manner. Teachers work with other professionals and parents to achieve effective instruction and the school's mission.