Approach

In the classroom, a talented math teacher does not take the "because I said so" approach or play the role of a know-it-all. Instead, he serves as a facilitator of learning, providing students with the knowledge and tools to solve problems and then encouraging students to solve them on their own. When students answer a problem incorrectly, he does not allow them to quit. he encourages students to figure out where they went wrong and to keep working at the problem until they get the correct answer, providing support and guidance where needed.

Leadership

A skilled math teacher is seen as a leader in her classroom and in the school. His students respect him, not only for his knowledge of mathematics, but for his overall attitude and actions. Students can tell he respects them as well. he has control over the classroom, laying out clear rules and expectations for students to follow. When students misbehave, discipline is consistent and fair.

Care and Concern

As any experienced teacher knows, teaching focuses less on the content being taught than the students being taught. A good math teacher cares about his students. he recognizes when a student is having a bad day or needs some encouragement and addresses the problem to help the student refocus on the material. While she holds students to high expectations, he recognizes that occasionally life gets in the way of homework and that studying sometimes take a back seat to family obligations. Therefore,he offers students second chances when warranted and takes time out of his own schedule to help students catch up.