About me

My name is Mamoudou Diallo, and I am from Senegal. This is my 2nd year as a full-time special education teacher at Claremont International High School (CLIHS). CLIHS welcomes students from all over the world, with students representing Asia, Africa, and South and Central America. As someone who speaks four languages, my linguistic support is making a huge difference in the education of the students. I can communicate in French, English, Wolof, and Fulani, which allows me to demonstrate respect for students’ linguistic backgrounds and contribute to their linguistic and academic growth. Working with students from different walks of life at Claremont has motivated me even more to become a teacher by joining the New York City Teaching Fellows (NYCTF) program in 2024.

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Educational Philosophy

Education aims to enable each pupil to become the best possible version of themselves and promote their ability to think critically, be aware of and sensitive to different cultures, and have emotional strength. I am convinced that learning can flourish in a setting where diversity is celebrated as a strength. Education serves as a crucial link between a student’s cultural identity and life ambitions.

Students thrive when they feel a sense of belonging in a caring school environment that values their individual needs and successes. I use differentiated instruction in my classroom by considering multiple learning styles, cultural backgrounds, and individual needs. I also combine restorative practices that address conflicts positively while developing emotional intelligence and empathy among learners. Some of my teaching practices include partner learning, where students discuss their cultural experiences, hands-on tasks that connect abstract concepts to real life, and continuous scaffolding to help students build confidence and competency. I also establish a safe environment where students feel free to be vulnerable and challenge traditional gender roles and cultural stereotypes.

I evaluate student learning in different ways because I believe standardized testing does not fully measure all aspects of student achievement. My assessment strategies include portfolio assessments, peer reviews, self-reflection journals, and project-based assessments where students can demonstrate learning in culturally relevant ways. I also work closely with students and families to ensure that my teaching responds to their changing needs. The priorities of my teaching are building genuine relationships, setting high expectations, providing adequate support, and creating inclusive environments where students feel their voices are heard.

My professional goal is to support students with disabilities in reaching their full potential and to help English Language Learners develop their academic language proficiency so they can actively participate in classroom discussions. In this way, I hope to prepare students not only for academic success but also to become meaningful members of our globalized world.

This page was designed and published by Mamoudou Diallo and is solely responsible for its content. Please, forward any questions or comments to mamoudoudiallo@mail.adelphi.edu.

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