Using a qualitative approach, we explored preservice teachers' expectations of their professor in an educational technology course. An open-ended survey was given to students who were asked to describe their expectations for the professor in the course. Based on the survey data, students expected the professor to be patient, supportive, and a clear communicator. The participants also expressed a need for a safe classroom environment and hoped to learn from their professor. Understanding the students' expectations of instructors can help instructors meet the needs of their learners.