There is typically evidence of a history of investing in others and emotionally becoming a part of others' futures. The urban teachers who are most valued by their students have a sense of the differences present in each student and express regard for individuality. It is natural for them to personalize their teaching even when they see many students every day. These teachers show warmth and affection to their students and give priority to relationship development as an avenue to student growth. The teacher wants to be a partner to students, to parents and to other teachers.
Students have more say in their education when the teacher is an involver.
Students are better ready to accept themselves and establish relationships when they work with a teacher who acknowledges and understands their feelings. There is a hopeful attitude toward students when a teacher has high positivity. This teacher looks for what is right and helps others feel better in the presence of this person. This teacher is willing to speak up when it makes a difference for a student. This teacher can be personally dramatic as well as very receptive to the ideas and opinions of students.