Teaching Philosophy
I always believe that teaching is a life-long learning process. Outstanding educators should constantly evaluate their practices as the world is ever changing and adapting. It is important for outstanding teachers to be viewed as a positive contributor to the success of the school. Outstanding teachers are team players and work with staff members to create an optimal learning environment for all students. An outstanding teacher uses the most effective method of teaching and differentiates instruction to reach all learners. Educators should feel confident in their teaching ability, while remaining open-minded to new ideas. It is the responsibility of an outstanding teacher to guide students in creating a classroom community where all students feel included and important. An outstanding teacher creates an environment where students feel comfortable to take risks. My classroom will embrace differences. All diversities (cultural, academic, economic, etc) will be celebrated.
In my classroom, students will take responsibility for their learning. Learning experiences should be authentic and engaging for all students. My goal is to develop a curriculum centered around student interest in order to foster intrinsic motivation. Lessons should be centered around discovery learning. Students should feel comfortable and confident learning without fear of failure. We learn through teaching. Students will work together, teach one another and collaborate to ensure that the entire class succeeds. An outstanding teacher should use formative assessment regularly. In my classroom, formative assessment will be used as a strategy in driving further instruction within a unit. Thus, students whom are not mastering the content will be remediated prior to taking the summative assessment at the end of a unit. I believe that the respect that I show my students and peers is the respect that I will receive in return. My classroom will be centered around students having respect for themselves, others and their education. To ensure that all students mature emotionally, intellectually, physically and socially, I will lead by example. Each day I will give my best effort in provide exemplarily learning experiences for all students and in return, expect that all students will strive for daily success. Most importantly, an outstanding teacher exudes positivity. Outstanding teachers love what they do and naturally create positive learning environments and experiences for all of those around them. |
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