What are teachers looking for in a good school?

For those at the school site, attrition and migration look the same. Losing a good teacher—whether to another profession or to the school across town—means losing that teacher's familiarity with school practices; experience with the school's curriculum; and involvement with students, parents, and colleagues. read more

Great teachers not only love their subject, but they love to share that joy with students. 4) Understanding of the role of a school in a child’s life. High school is more than the sum of the classes the kids take. It’s a time to grow, explore, try on identities, find joys that might just last a lifetime. read more

Great teachers are warm, accessible, enthusiastic and caring. Teachers with these qualities are known to stay after school and make themselves available to students and parents who need them. They are involved in school-wide committees and activities, and they demonstrate a commitment to the school. Great teachers are masters of their subject matter. read more