characteristics of a good teacher I think what makes a good teacher is someone who is faithful, patient and always promoting his teaching skills A faithful teacher never cheats.He will set a good example to the students.And students will respect such a teacher. Then, a teacher need to have patience. He should answer the students' questions repeatedly with out lose his patience. Most of all, a good teacher is responsible for his teaching quality. He need to promote the teaching skills and learn more knowledge about his fields. That will makes him a more professional teacher.