Qualities of an ESL Teacher

If you're thinking about becoming an ESL teacher or tutor, you can ask yourself if you have the characteristics of a good teacher.

Here are the top 10 qualities or characteristics I think are essential for an ESL teacher or tutor.

1) Patient

2) Flexible

3) Curious

4) Empathetic

5) Intelligent

6) Cooperative

7) Knowledgeable

8) Enthusiastic

9) Resourceful

10) Genuine

Here’s a more thorough description of an ESL teacher.