Function of A Teacher in The Classroom
Function of A Teacher in The Classroom
Function of A Teacher in The Classroom
Teaching Knowledge
The most common role a teacher plays in the classroom is to teach knowledge to children.
Teachers are given a curriculum they must follow that meets state guidelines. This curriculum is
followed by the teacher so that throughout the year, all pertinent knowledge is dispensed to the
students. Teachers teach in many ways including lectures, small group activities and hands-on
learning activities.
Teachers also play an important role in the classroom when it comes to the environment.
Students often mimic a teacher’s actions. If the teacher prepares a warm, happy environment,
students are more likely to be happy. An environment set by the teacher can be either positive
or negative. If students sense the teacher is angry, students may react negatively to that and
therefore learning can be impaired. Teachers are responsible for the social behavior in their
classrooms. This behavior is primarily a reflection of the teacher’s actions and the environment
she sets.
Role Modeling
Teachers typically do not think of themselves as role models, however, inadvertently they are.
Students spend a great deal of time with their teacher and therefore, the teacher becomes a
role model to them. This can be a positive or negative effect depending on the teacher.
Teachers are there not only to teach the children, but also to love and care for them. Teachers
are typically highly respected by people in the community and therefore become a role model to
students and parents.
Mentoring
Mentoring is a natural role taken on by teachers, whether it is intentional or not. This again can
have positive or negative effects on children. Mentoring is a way a teacher encourages students
to strive to be the best they can. This also includes encouraging students to enjoy learning. Part
of mentoring consists of listening to students. By taking time to listen to what students say,
teachers impart to students a sense of ownership in the classroom. This helps build their
confidence and helps them want to be successful.