The authors help preservice, beginning, and veteran teachers discover their own special traits that make them superlative teachers.The authors help preservice, beginning, and veteran teachers discover their own special traits that make them superlative teachers. This book is a fabulous resource that helps both beginning and experienced teachers examine themselves and reflect on their own teaching practices. Preface About the Authors 1. On Being a Teacher 2. On Being a Learner 3. On Being a Relationship Specialist 4. On Being an Effective Communicator 5. On Being a Helper 6. On Struggling With the Challenges of the Profession 7. On Avoiding Burnout and Rustout 8. On Being Reflective 9. On Being Passionately Committed Bibliography Index