Teaching Philosophy

Transmitting a Passion

Learning is my number one passion! Seeing the lights go off in a student’s eyes when they finally understand a concept they have been struggling with is a magical feeling which feeds my passion as an educator. I strive on that feeling in my classroom, and I want my students to do so as well! My students do not only enter an English classroom when they enter my space, they enter a space where their educational needs will be met, the tools necessary to succeed in the world will be provided, and a great big smile to welcome them in. The picture on the right is how I welcome my students into my classroom.

Happiness and Relatability

I strongly believe that children and teenagers can only genuinely learn when they feel loved by their educators. The picture on the left is a drawing from one of my younger tutoring students. I believe I have developed a great relationship with my students over the years, whether it be in tutoring or teaching, because I am approachable, and they can easily relate with me. It is important for me to enact Professional Competency 8: Support students' love for learning, at all times in my classroom by showing my enthusiasm to be present with them.

Creating a Safe Space

As a future teacher, I believe the best learning space is one that students feel safe in and comfortable to express their feelings and ideas. In the picture on the right, you can see me holding the classroom bunny, Mia, during my first field experience. She is used as a stress reliever. The students go talk to her and pet her when they feel overwhelmed in a certain situation. That is an idea I would like to have in my own classroom someday; an area in the classroom where students can take a breath and calm themselves down in a mature way.