How to Teach Swimming
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What makes a good swimming teacher when learning how to teach swimming ?
A teacher is looked up to by their pupils as a role model and a source of knowledge and guidance. A teacher possesses several key characteristics that make him or her individual and it is these personal characteristics that can determine a teacher’s level of success.
A good swimming teacher requires a wide range of qualities.
Some key areas are:
Effective Communication
Motivation
Planning and Organisation
Teaching Qualities
To be a good teacher and role model to your pupils, and when learning how to teach, you need to possess some essential qualities. These are:
Knowledge – having sound knowledge of your subject gains you respect, not only from your pupils, but from parents and other swimming teachers.
Empathy
Patience
Control and management
For a more in-depth look into the qualities of a good swimming teacher, read 'How to be a Swimming Teacher - Part 1'
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Click to: Motivation
Click to: Planning and Organisation
