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Describe the skills or attributes you believe are necessary to be an outstanding teacher.

I believe that the phrase "outstanding teacher" includes many qualities.  A teacher that strives to make connections with students and create lessons in which the students are engaged is number one.  An outstanding teacher needs to be active in the classroom and ensure that all students are learning.  When a student shows that he or she has not learned the material when assessed, an outstanding teacher works with the student create a plan for success.

How would you address a wide range of skills and abilities in your classroom?
I believe that all students are capable of learning, and it is the teacher's responsibility to assist the student to achieve to their potential.  In my classroom no student is allowed to fail an assessment.  If a student fails an assessment, a plan is created and implemented to ensure that they student will learn the material.