2. Developing good parent/teacher
relationships.
Where the education of children are
concerned. There need to be a combined effort
from teachers and parents, if children are to
exceed.
It is evident that positive communication
between parents and teachers assists in
improving the academic performance of the
child or children involved.
The two most influential persons in a child’s life
are his/her parents and teachers. Therefore,
they should work together to mold the child’s
success.
The teacher’s journey involves creating
5. Developing relationships with
parents
Give positive
praise first when
calling parents or
meeting with them
to discuss a
concern. Every kid
has something
good about
him/her. Find it.
Share it. Then
share your
concern. Adhere
strictly to this rule.
Lead with the Good
News:
6. Developing relationships with
parents
Ask Questions about the Child:
"What kinds of things does he
enjoy doing outside of school?
Who are the special people in
her life -- family or family friends?
What do you think are her best
characteristics? What was he like
as a little boy?" Demonstrate an
interest in knowing your student.
Listen to Parents
Really listen. They know a whole
lot about their kid.
7. Developing relationships with
parents
Invite Parents to
Participate in Making
Some Decisions: Invite
their input, give them
information that will help
them form an opinion,
and listen to their
conclusions.
8. Developing relationships with
parents
Thank Parents: Both individually and publicly
for their support, perhaps in your weekly
newsletter. Recognize what they do to help
your class and how it's impacting students.
9. Developing relationships with
students
The best teachers have the ability to maximize
the potential of every student in their class.
They understand that the key to unlocking
student potential is by developing positive
teacher student relationships (Meador, 2014).
10. Developing relationships with
students
Provide Structure –
In general, children respond positively to having some
level of structure in their classroom .
It makes them feel safe and leads to increased
learning.
It is essential that teachers set the tone early by
establishing clear expectations and practicing class
procedures.
Finally, a structured classroom is one with minimal
downtime.
Each day should be loaded with engaging learning
activities with little to no downtime.
11. Developing relationships with
students
Teach with
Enthusiasm and
Passion –
Students will respond
positively when a
teacher is
enthusiastic and
passionate about the
content they are
teaching.
Excitement is
contagious!
If you are not excited,
why should your
students excited?
12. Developing relationships with
students
Have a Positive Attitude –
Personal issues should not
interfere with your ability to
teach.
Teachers should approach
their class each day with a
positive attitude.
Positivity is transcending.
No one likes to be around
someone when they are
always negative.
Students will in time resent a
teacher who is always
negative.
However, they will run
through a wall for a teacher is
positive and continuously
offering praise.
13. Developing relationships with
students
Learning should be fun and
exciting.
Students love creative, engaging
lessons that grab their attention
and allow them to take
ownership in the learning
process.
They enjoy hands-on activities
where they can learn by doing.
They are excited about using
technology and applying it to
lessons.
Students love teachers who are
creative, fun, engaging activities
into their daily classroom.
Make Learning Fun:
14. Developing relationships with
students
Treat Them With Respect –
Your students will never
respect you if you do not
respect them.
You should never yell, use
sarcasm, single a student out,
or attempt to embarrass
them.
Those things will lead to a
loss of respect from the entire
class.
Handle situations
professionally. You should
deal with problems
individually, in a respectful,
yet direct and authoritative
manner.
You cannot play favorites.
The same set of rules must
15. Developing Relationships with
Teachers
To develop a successful
teacher with teacher
relationship it’s
important to begin with
the end in mind,
(enthusiasm regarding
each students
success).
It is founded on good
communication and
trust.
By working together.
By showing
professionalism.
By respecting each
other.
16. References
(2011) Edutopia. 20 Tips for developing positive
relationships with parents. Retrieved from
http://www.edutopia.org
Meador, D. (2014) About Education. Tips for developing
positive teacher student relationships. Retrieved from
http://www.teacheing.about.com
Dr. Jones, S (Oct, 2011) Education Topics. The secret to a
successful principal and teacher relationship. Retrieved
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