When I was in grade school, sometimes I dreaded going to class because I could not stand my teacher. Either they were not teaching me a single things or their attitude about teaching was nothing positive. School was no fun at all! But then there were those times that I had an amazing teacher that I could not wait to get to class to learn and see what new ideas they had to offer me.
That's the kind of teacher I want to be! I completely understand that kids have issues too. Sometimes their days will be terrible and a nerve wrecking teacher is the last thing they need to worry about. I want my students to know that I am there for them to talk to and listen to. I am also there to teach them about literature and writing and how important it is to have those skills in life! Personally I think writing is the most brilliant form of communication. Fiction or non fiction it came from someones brain, maybe even from their heart. Its a sad but true fact that not everyone has the gift of writing. It's quite the talent to posses.
I hope to make my class a fun environment that 20 years later my students will be telling their kids about this one teacher they had that really made a difference or they truly learned something in my class. My biggest goal in life is to make a difference in the world, and I believe teaching the talent I love so much is the way to do it. And it's just an extra goody that I am compassionate and caring for all.
About Me....
My name is Christina Moore and I am currently a Junior at the University of South Alabama. My major is Secondary Education, and I am focusing on Language Arts. It has always been a dream to be a teacher. I would like to teach middle school, hopefully sixth grade. I love to read and write.
My name is Christina Moore and I am currently a Junior at the University of South Alabama. My major is Secondary Education, and I am focusing on Language Arts. It has always been a dream to be a teacher. I would like to teach middle school, hopefully sixth grade. I love to read and write.
My Teaching
Philosophy
I can honestly say that the only job I ever dreamed of having was being a teacher. I'll admit, I was not a fan of school sometimes because it was boring or I felt like I was wasting my time absorbing knowledge that I know that I would not need in my future. I decided at a very young age that I wanted to be that teacher who all of my students looked up to because I understood them and kept their interest in my class.
I believe that child's grade school years are the most important days of their lives. Not because it educates them and prepares them for life, but for the simple fact it is the time where they discover who they are and who they want to be. Children need guidance and example. If they do not have both or any of these, they can feel lost and alone. Some may act out and others may keep to themselves. For those reasons, I will try my best to engage all of my students in a way that they don't have to act out and be a part of the group always.
Of course, being a teacher means you have to teach. But I also believe that being a teacher is almost being like another parent. I plan to love all of my students as if they were my own. The good ones and the bad ones. I know that each child is going to be so different, and that's what makes them special. I want them to know that and feel that way. Learning can be fun if everyone is one the same page. Class and group discussions can be more vivid which is always an effective learning tool.
Philosophy
I can honestly say that the only job I ever dreamed of having was being a teacher. I'll admit, I was not a fan of school sometimes because it was boring or I felt like I was wasting my time absorbing knowledge that I know that I would not need in my future. I decided at a very young age that I wanted to be that teacher who all of my students looked up to because I understood them and kept their interest in my class.
I believe that child's grade school years are the most important days of their lives. Not because it educates them and prepares them for life, but for the simple fact it is the time where they discover who they are and who they want to be. Children need guidance and example. If they do not have both or any of these, they can feel lost and alone. Some may act out and others may keep to themselves. For those reasons, I will try my best to engage all of my students in a way that they don't have to act out and be a part of the group always.
Of course, being a teacher means you have to teach. But I also believe that being a teacher is almost being like another parent. I plan to love all of my students as if they were my own. The good ones and the bad ones. I know that each child is going to be so different, and that's what makes them special. I want them to know that and feel that way. Learning can be fun if everyone is one the same page. Class and group discussions can be more vivid which is always an effective learning tool.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
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