Being a professional teacher requires:
- Training beyond initial qualification
- Dedication through extra time and effort
- Professional appearance and demeanour
- Positive interpersonal skills
- The ability to work collaboratively with other educators
- Continuous professional development
- Resources and flexibility.
“The way we are perceived by those around us influence whether we are considered part of a profession or just glorified babysitters.”
Empowering Beginning Educators for Classroom Success, 2003. p 17
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