Teaching Philosophy

Why do I want to be a teacher?

That is a very good question. I first realized I wanted to be a teacher in High School because of the difference my teachers have made in my life. I want the chance to do this for other people. I want to make a difference in the world. I want my class room to be a safe place for students who feel like they don't fit in, or don't have a good home life. I also want my classroom to be a hub of discover, a place where learning is fun. I want to help create good citizens and prepare students that can think critically. I also love seeing the excitement in students eyes when they worked really hard and finally figured out the answer to a problem.

This poem by Taylor Mali sums up me feelings about teaching.



What is my teaching philosophy?

My teaching philosophy is that a teacher needs to be passionate about learning and teaching. If teachers lose the love of learning and stop being a life-long learning they also lose the ability to successfully teach students. I feel like if I am passionate my students will see that and feel the same way.

What are my plans for teaching?

My major is elementary education with a endorsement in mid-level math and a minor in school library. My plans were to be a school librarian but I also love being in a classroom. I am keeping my options open and trying to learn as much as I can to help me in these three areas.

Three Teaching Blogs

The first blog that I would recommend is http://www.dangerouslyirrelevant.org/. This blog has a bunch of teaching ideas, rants, and technology hints.

The second is, http://www.sciencefix.com/. Science is not my best subject and this blog offers so many hands on activities for teaching science.

The last is, http://fifthgradeteacher-ld.blogspot.com/. This blog is tips, and ideas from a 5th grade teacher who has been in the business awhile.