Get a Teacher to Like You

Are you looking to get a teacher on your good side? Getting a teacher to like you may or may not get you better grades. But do you want your teachers to cut you some slack? Maybe you want to be their favorite without having to be the teachers pet. Then read on!

Steps

Being a Model Student

  1. Try harder to impress your teacher by having good marks, especially in classes you're not as good at. Be positive and help others and soon your teacher will like you. Being positive will show your teacher you respect everyone and are willing to give a helping hand when needed. If your fellow student does not understand something, you could offer to explain it to them if the teacher is tired or busy. This will show that you have character as a student wishing to learn and share. Teachers adore this kind of attitude.
  2. Know what your teacher likes. Some teachers like for students to be quiet, and ask questions only when it is necessary, while others will want you to always report back to them to show interest in the lesson. Learn what your teacher likes by watching reactions to other students. Once you know what they like, do it as much as possible.
  3. Maintain a positive attitude. Praise others' work and even make positive suggestions. Being supportive and understanding will show your are compassionate and dedicated to help others. Most teachers enjoy seeing this.
  4. Don't be a so-called "teacher's pet" and constantly be trying to help. This way you are asking for trouble (and you could annoy your classmates). The next thing is that you will be thrown into helping after school without a doubt. Volunteer to help or participate in an after school project periodically but not for every activity. This will demonstrate that you are interested and responsible without spreading yourself too thin or taking all of the glory.
  5. Be quiet in class. Avoid entering conversations as this will make your teacher think you were involved in the whole thing. Try only to speak when asked or doing group work. Talking back to your teacher will probably just embarrass you and make your teacher angry.
  6. Be friendly. Take it a step further by making casual conversation with them, either after or before class. If they mentioned something specific about their family, ask how it is going, especially if it was something stressful or difficult. The teacher feels like you have enough respect to care about them as a person, and not just see them as the evil figure. Also, if the teacher has a good sense of humor, joke with them occasionally.
  7. Be respectful. At the very least this means that you don't back-talk, insult or antagonize the teacher. This might be difficult, especially with teachers who are just plain mean. But if you are polite to them, they will seem dumb being rude to you. Also, do whatever the teacher says as soon as possible. Just following directions can go a long way. It is always a good idea to greet your teachers when you see him/her. Find out their birthday and congratulate them. Respect your teacher. Make sure that you are always Survive Short Class Transition Times.
  8. Don't talk out of turn. If you talk out of turn while the teacher or another student is talking they will think you are rude and disrespectful.
  9. Think before you talk. If you ask a dumb question or ask something that she/he has already said, it shows that you weren't paying attention!
  10. Don't interrupt your teacher. When your teacher is explaining something, wait for him or her to finish. If you still don't understand, you can ask your question, but if you wait it out, there's a good chance your teacher will answer your question without you asking it. Teachers don't like to be interrupted because it's a sign of disrespect and can also get in the way of their plans.
  11. Participate. As well as looking attentive during the lesson, you should be acting engaged. Teachers appreciate students who nod when they understand something. Ask questions if you don't understand something, and the teacher will be happy to answer it for you. If a teacher asks the class questions, answer questions that you know the answers to. It shows that you can learn and Retain Knowledge, which is really what teachers want to see. Especially give an answer like a 'yes' or a 'no' when asked a question. Keeping mum when questioned makes the teacher feel that no one is alert or attentive. Speak up in the class without wondering what your classmates will think of you and the teachers will respect you for participating and paying attention. It would also show that you are making an effort to learn the material. If something doesn't make sense to you, ask it. If you disagree with something the teacher said, say it, but don't be rude and if they defend their point, retract yours.

Taking Responsibility for Yourself

  1. Be prepared. Always complete any assigned homework. Always respect your teacher, your classmates, the rules, school and etc. This attitude helps you be prepared for anything.
  2. Pay attention. Don't talk to your friends during a lecture. Don't send Text Message in Class, or constantly stare at the clock, or otherwise you will show that teacher that you couldn't care less about what he or she is saying. Be respectful and appear motivated — even if the topic is very boring. There's nothing more that a teacher doesn't like than a student who is ignoring him/her. Try looking at the teachers in the eyes when possible, and smile when they look at you. Don't laugh or giggle. Laugh at your teacher's "jokes".
  3. Keep your class notes. Write things down: when, where, what, who. Don't repeatedly ask the teacher for basic facts that were already given. For example: do not ask your teacher what chapter you are supposed to read. You should always have a way to take notes when in class and pay attention. Show that you do care and wish to learn.
  4. Talk to the teachers like regular people. Get to know them better, ask about them. Asking if they had a nice weekend it shows that you like and are interested in them. Commenting on their appearance, or simply just talking to them will create a friendly bond. They are also regular people like you and your friends. But there are some teachers who do not speak much about personal life. Hence, you must rely on their reactions about who entertains friendly conversations.
  5. Turn in your work on time. If you don't, you may have to do it again and then you will be one step behind the rest of your class.
  6. Be honest. If you don't do your homework, don't fake it. Offer to do extra credit to make up for the missed assignment. Be honest about it and apologize. Most teachers, if not all, appreciate honesty over white lies.
  7. Don't forget your homework at home. Come up with a system for keeping it with you, e.g., while you are doing your homework keep your binder and bag next to you and when you are finished put it in there.

Showing your smarts and creativity

  1. Be creative. A good way to get a teacher to like you make him/her a Homemade Cards and they will be pleased. Go beyond the expectations on projects. Have a little fun with their assignments!
  2. Find a common interest. Maybe you both love that sports team, or maybe you both obsess over animated movies. This can be something to talk about when you finish your work early and your teacher is not busy. If they know you know they have real interests like you and your classmates, they will like you more.
    • On a special day for the teacher, get them something that has one of their interests. For example, their birthday. This will show them that you are thinking about them!
  3. Do work ahead. When you can, complete and hand your homework in advance. It suggests that you care about the class. There's also not a chance of forgetting it at home the day it's due.
  4. Do outside research. This doesn't mean you have to write an essay or anything. It just means that you take what you've learned in class a step further. Ask your teacher a question that may not be related to the specific topic you're learning, but is related to their field. This may be especially useful if it is a thought-provoking question or a question you've had for awhile. It also can mean that you found out more about something you're learning that the teacher didn't mention or a new perspective. Teachers like seeing this because it shows that you care enough about the topic to do a little something extra.
  5. Do extra credit assignments. This will help boost your grade and get the teacher to like you even more. Try doing two or three extra credit assignments, and try to pick the semi-hard ones, not any too hard that you don't understand how to do, but also not so ridiculously easy that the teacher will think that you are not capable of doing work harder than that.

Tips

  • Don't cheat on tests. If you get caught, your teacher will be disappointed with you and might not trust you anymore.
  • Teachers tend to respect hard work and higher quality work. Do your best to keep grades up on each piece of work and each quiz. Doing well on smaller things can show that you have put in a lot of time and effort.
  • Always keep your homework neat.
  • Be nice.
  • Don't use inappropriate language when near them or in their classroom.
  • Say "thank you" and "May I go to the bathroom?" instead of "Can". You sound more polite, and teachers prefer the proper grammar.
  • If the teacher said anything incorrect, such as the wrong number in a calculation, you can offer a correction by raising your hand and pointing out the error. Some people don't like to be corrected, but the teacher may appreciate that the correct answer can keep the class on track and that you were paying attention.
  • Remember, sometimes getting up to go to the washroom can disturb your teacher. Pick an appropriate time to go to the washroom. It will show your teacher you are mature and know when it's an appropriate time to get up.
  • Try to develop an intelligent sense of humor, and know when it's appropriate to use it. Avoid all toilet humor in class and jokes that could be offensive or insulting to others.
  • If you want to discuss something that is not directly related to class discussion, wait until before or after class. If you talk during class, the teacher may feel interrupted and the class may think you're showing off or sucking up.
  • Having good manners can help win your teacher over.
  • Bring in a gift for your teacher on Teacher's Day.
  • Tell the teacher her shirt/his tie looks nice today, but be careful with compliments.
  • Make sure to keep your desk and locker tidy and clean. Teachers love organized people.
  • Never talk about the teacher with other teachers, that will make that person go tell the teacher.
  • And remember to pretend to have fun if its boring. If you know of what you could add or ask about to make the class fun, bring it up.
  • Try to smile at your teacher when ever you can. Your teacher will probably smile back. Also be wide awake, positive, and neat. Your teacher will notice that in you. Don't be really funny all the time. but you can tell jokes once in a while.
  • Be nice to classmates so your teacher will think of you as a nice person.
  • Your teacher might give you feedback on your work. Remember that this doesn't mean your teacher doesn't like you; it means that they think you can do better.
  • When a teacher trusts you, don't take advantage of it. If they say you can go help out with something for 10 minutes. be gone the whole period they will not be happy.
  • No one method works for every teacher. You may have to vary your methods.
  • Always smile at the teacher and go out of your way to help them just don't be right over them all the time make eye contact and let them teach don't raise your hand and say what's about to happen because that can seem annoying.
  • Never show that you do not like someone. This will show you can get along with classmates. If you hint to the teacher about not liking the student, they could lose their trust in you.
  • If you need to ask a question, but your teacher is explaining something and you think that you might forget it if you don't ask it right now,then write it down.

Warnings

  • Don't ask the teacher when class ends: this will show that you want the class to end sooner.
  • If you know what gets on your teacher's nerves, avoid doing or talking about it. It shows respect and honor in your teacher's eyes.
  • Don't be rude to your teacher.
  • Don't play while your teacher is talking.
  • Don't cheat during tests and exams.
  • Don't laugh when the teacher makes a mistake.
  • Don't do your homework in class when you should be participating and listening.
  • Never insult your teacher.
  • Don't talk during class.
  • Don't bully kids while in class.
  • Don't ask if you missed anything when you missed class. Of course you missed something! To imply nothing is missed when you miss class is insulting. Seek someone's notes and update yourself.
  • Don't take it over the top with the 'casual chatting'. The teacher and the kids will most likely think you are a teacher's pet.
  • Don't play with your school things on your table.

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