Learning Leaders
The Character and Competencies of BPS teachers
PERSONALLY
At Beacon Private School teachers:
- Care for children
- Are student centered
- Welcome change
- Are open to ideas and different ways of thinking
- Are resilient in every way
- Reflect on mistakes and learn from them
- Approach teaching and learning in a playful way
- Are experts in their field
- Use a shared and consistent learning language
- Have a vision
- Can multitask
- Have a deep understanding of teaching and learning
- Are creative thinkers
- Go the extra mile
- Are born to teach (at BPS!)
SOCIALLY
At Beacon Private School teachers are:
- Involved and empathetic
- Compassionate
- Fair
- Genuinely interested in others
- Builders of effective learning relationships
- Role models for good practice
- Easy-going and confident
- Good listeners
- Supportive
- Positive and have a good sense of humor
- Perfect colleagues
- Radiant
- Part of the community
- Internationally minded
- A positive catalyst for change
PROFESSIONALLY
At Beacon Private School teachers:
- Work collaboratively
- Are dedicated to the job
- Have integrity and are respectful
- Act in a modest and honest way
- Welcome new ideas and challenges
- Are transparent in terms of their actions and motivation
- Can always be relied upon
- Take responsibility
- Are goal setters
- Get the work done
- Are willing to work outwith their ‘comfort zone’
- Set high expectations for themselves and others
- Meet deadlines
- Share and actively support the vision and mission of the school
- Offer help to others
- Are a stable and positive presence in school
- Are lifelong learners