The Most Important Qualities of an Exceptional Educator An exceptional educator has unique qualities that set them apart from others in the field. Ask any student who their favorite teacher is and listen carefully as they describe that person with a smile. Ask the parent of a child who will be entering first grade in the fall about their child's teacher choice. The parent would describe the exceptional educator in their desire to have that special teacher. The qualities of an exceptional educator are easily recognized by those whose lives they touch, shape and change every day. It is in this article that they will be described and discussed. Exceptional educators are caring. Although most educators possess this quality, it is the remarkable teacher who is able to transcend his or her feelings in concrete and measurable ways, demonstrating an investment in the individual student. The exceptional educator asks and continues to ask; what can I do for this child? What does this child need? How will I deliver? What resources are available? Student progress and goals are constantly assessed and evaluated. Exceptional educators care about the whole child, academically and socially. Another important quality of an outstanding educator is competence. Exceptional teachers are very competent. They know how to do their job and they do it very well. They are intelligent, well educated...