Qualitative Analysis of Effective Primary School Teachers' Personality Traits

Atefeh  Mazhari Majd; Mohammad Reza  Asadi Younesi; Hamid  Taheri; Majid  Pakdaman

doi:10.61838/kman.jarac.5.2.18

Authors

Atefeh Mazhari Majd PhD student in Educational Psychology, Department of Psychology, Qaenat Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qaenat, Iran.

Mohammad Reza Asadi Younesi * Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology, Birjand University, Birjand, Iran. [email protected]

Hamid Taheri Assistant Professor, Department of Basic Sciences, Qaenat Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qaenat, Iran.

Majid Pakdaman Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Qaenat Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qaenat, Iran.

https://doi.org/10.61838/kman.jarac.5.2.18

Keywords:

Effective teachers, primary education, personality traits

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this study is to analyze and identify the personality traits and professional behaviors that contribute to the effectiveness of primary school teachers.

Methods and Materials: This qualitative research employed a systematic review approach to gather and synthesize relevant literature on the personality traits of effective primary school teachers. A comprehensive search was conducted across multiple databases, resulting in the initial identification of 122 articles. After applying inclusion criteria and removing duplicates, 39 articles were shortlisted, and a detailed screening process resulted in the selection of 19 articles for in-depth analysis. Data were extracted systematically, and thematic analysis was used to identify recurring themes and patterns related to the personality traits of effective primary school teachers.

Findings: The analysis revealed four main themes: Emotional Intelligence, Instructional Skills, Professionalism, and Interpersonal Attributes. Emotional Intelligence includes empathy, self-regulation, motivation, social skills, and self-awareness. Instructional Skills encompass lesson planning, classroom management, assessment and feedback, instructional strategies, adaptability, and subject knowledge. Professionalism involves ethical conduct, lifelong learning, collaboration, reflective practice, organizational skills, and commitment to students. Interpersonal Attributes include patience, flexibility, enthusiasm, approachability, cultural sensitivity, and caring. These traits collectively contribute to creating a supportive and productive learning environment, enhancing student outcomes.

Conclusion: The study provides a detailed and reliable analysis of the personality traits that contribute to the effectiveness of primary school teachers. These findings underscore the importance of emotional intelligence, instructional skills, professionalism, and interpersonal attributes in fostering a positive learning environment.