Most Important Skills for an Elementary School Teacher at an Elementary School
Vanessa, a public high school teacher, emphasizes the importance of "data analysis" to quantify learning and inform decision-making for students and colleagues. Equally crucial are strong "interpersonal skills" and "customer service skills," reflecting the teacher's multifaceted role in partnering with students, families, and the wider community to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.
Data Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Customer Service, Communication, Teamwork
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Vanessa Bobbitt
Teacher
Public High School
St. Mary’s College of California
Eastern Kentucky University, Educational Leadership
Psychology
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Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Data analysis skills to track student learning and make informed decisions
2. Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, families, and colleagues
3. Excellent customer service skills to ensure students feel safe and cared for
Transcript
What skills are most important for a job like yours?
At a job like mine, skills that are most important are in data analysis. Being able to quantify what someone is thinking or learning is incredibly important for making great decisions for children and for teams.
I think strong interpersonal skills are also deeply important, as well as strong customer service skills. Though I work predominantly with seven and eight-year-olds for eight hours a day, these children come from families who really depend on me. They rely on me to ensure that they are safe, loved, and cared for every day.
I partner with my colleagues, the kids in my classroom, as well as the families I serve directly. I also collaborate with those in our community who support our school.
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