Teaching Philosophy
Becoming a teacher is an incredibly exciting and rewarding lifestyle that I have become completely invested in. Teaching is a vocation that allows me to incorporate my own thoughts, personality and ideas in a way that will provide a fun learning experience. However, it is not one without responsibility. When I define my evolving teaching philosophy, it revolves around three interconnected parts; the student, environment and teacher.
Although my philosophy is categorized into three distinct areas, they are all in place for one common interest – improved student learning. I believe that creating a student centred learning experience is necessary to engage students in the learning process. This initiative requires a certain degree of collaboration. First, there needs to be transparency and open communication between the student and teacher. Creating a shared responsibility for learning will give students the opportunity to provide input on what and how they are going to learn. Not only will this foster higher self-efficacy for the student, it will also aid in the process of developing self-regulated learners. Furthermore, there is a need for clear communication and involvement with parents. It is both the parent’s right and responsibility to know what is happening in the classroom, in order to improve student learning while at home.
Everyone learns better when they are engaged. For this reason, I believe that tapping into my student’s interests and finding out what they enjoy will assist me in providing a better learning experience. I strongly believe that all students learn differently and that all students have a desire to learn. As their teacher, I will be tasked with finding how to accommodate the variety of learning styles and interests, so my students enjoy their learning experience.
When a student walks into my classroom, it is my intention to provide a safe learning environment. To accomplish this, I look towards establishing a healthy classroom climate, where all students understand their roles and responsibilities in the learning experiences. My ideal classroom is one that is productive, free of judgment, and above all else – FUN. While realizing that not all topics discussed will be fun for each student, providing a fun learning process will ensure a healthy classroom environment.
I think becoming an effective teacher means to embody all the values that I hold to the highest regard. Through modeling attributes like a strong work ethic, honesty, empathy, and passion, I can exemplify the qualities of a good citizen for my students. Professionalism is of the utmost importance, but so too is the need to blend my personality and passions into my teachings.
I understand that this philosophy is a process and not a product. It will likely change and I will undoubtedly make mistakes along the way. However, if I can continually strive to address the three interconnected areas of my teaching philosophy, I will be able to provide my students with what I believe to be an effective learning experience.
Although my philosophy is categorized into three distinct areas, they are all in place for one common interest – improved student learning. I believe that creating a student centred learning experience is necessary to engage students in the learning process. This initiative requires a certain degree of collaboration. First, there needs to be transparency and open communication between the student and teacher. Creating a shared responsibility for learning will give students the opportunity to provide input on what and how they are going to learn. Not only will this foster higher self-efficacy for the student, it will also aid in the process of developing self-regulated learners. Furthermore, there is a need for clear communication and involvement with parents. It is both the parent’s right and responsibility to know what is happening in the classroom, in order to improve student learning while at home.
Everyone learns better when they are engaged. For this reason, I believe that tapping into my student’s interests and finding out what they enjoy will assist me in providing a better learning experience. I strongly believe that all students learn differently and that all students have a desire to learn. As their teacher, I will be tasked with finding how to accommodate the variety of learning styles and interests, so my students enjoy their learning experience.
When a student walks into my classroom, it is my intention to provide a safe learning environment. To accomplish this, I look towards establishing a healthy classroom climate, where all students understand their roles and responsibilities in the learning experiences. My ideal classroom is one that is productive, free of judgment, and above all else – FUN. While realizing that not all topics discussed will be fun for each student, providing a fun learning process will ensure a healthy classroom environment.
I think becoming an effective teacher means to embody all the values that I hold to the highest regard. Through modeling attributes like a strong work ethic, honesty, empathy, and passion, I can exemplify the qualities of a good citizen for my students. Professionalism is of the utmost importance, but so too is the need to blend my personality and passions into my teachings.
I understand that this philosophy is a process and not a product. It will likely change and I will undoubtedly make mistakes along the way. However, if I can continually strive to address the three interconnected areas of my teaching philosophy, I will be able to provide my students with what I believe to be an effective learning experience.