Because all people are different, then all teachers are different. Each one brings something unique into the classroom. I believe very strongly that all teachers should strive to be effective in their classroom. To be an effective teacher means the teacher has high expectations, knows how to manage a classroom, and teaches a lesson for mastery.
Teaching with high expectations is very important in the success of a classroom. Positive expectations do not stop at just expecting students to do their best, but to have a positive attitude and make your students feel welcome in the classroom. The teacher should have the ability to invite students and colleagues into their classroom to learn. The teacher should make everyone feel welcome with attentiveness and enthusiasm to influence a student's attitude and chance for learning.
The next characteristic an effective teacher has is to have a well-managed classroom. There are so many aspects to this characteristic, but they are all very important for a smooth running classroom. In classroom management a teacher organizes students, space, time, and materials to have a classroom that facilitates learning. The effective teacher establishes routines and procedures the very first day of class. These routines are to maximize the organization of the classroom so that things run smoothly throughout the day. Another characteristic of a well-manage classroom is that the room is clean and organized. The materials in the classroom are easily accessible to the students and the teacher is always knowledgeable and capable of helping the students. The effective teacher has her well-managed students always engaged academically, the students always know what is expected of them, disruptions are kept to a minimum and little time is wasted, the classroom has a climate that is work-oriented but the students are relaxed and at ease. A work-oriented and predictable classroom is the best classroom for the students to succeed and accel. The effective teacher always has her classroom ready by have work (books, papers, assignments and materials) ready by the time the bell rings. Also, she has the room situatuate for working and the teacher herself is also ready with a warm and positive attitude. By having the classroom ready, an effective teacher has the work area, student area, wall space, and the bookcases all ready before class starts. Along with these areas of the classroom, the teacher area is also prepared and ready for success at the start of the day. Not only is the teacher's attitude important throughout the school year, but it is also important even before the first day of class. A teacher's reputation decides how student will come into the classroom. It is important for the teacher to send letters to the parents and students before school starts. Let the parents know you are looking forward to being their child's teacher and explain what you expect in your classroom. In the students’ letter, welcome the students and let them know who you are. Give them permission to call you if they have questions and help them prepare for the new school year. Other effective procedures a teacher performs are having the correct method of taking roll and maintaining appropriate grading records. Next, the teacher has an appropriate discipline plan with rules to set limits and consequences to back up the rules. Also, the teacher knows how to discipline without stopping the lesson. The teacher has administrative support and parental support in discipline and knows when to give positive or negative consequences. She always has the plan of the punishment must fit the crime. An effective teacher knows that classroom management also consists of having the appropriate classroom procedures that are explained clearly the first day of school and are practiced and rehearsed until perfected. The procedures are practiced and reinforced with feedback and praised once they are performed acceptably.
About Me...
I'm 23 years old and I'm a Junior at the University of South Alabama. I am studying to be an Elementary Educator and I plan to teach grades 3-5. I want to be a teacher because I want to make a difference in our schools. We've come a long way in education, but we have so much farther to go and I want to be part of the advancement.
In my future classroom I plan to incorporate many approaches, tools, and attitudes. I believe it is important to have a strong classroom community along with good classroom management. I want my students to understand and use the technology that is available to them. Also, I want my students to master the lessons I teach and know that their interests will be nurtured in my classroom.
I'm 23 years old and I'm a Junior at the University of South Alabama. I am studying to be an Elementary Educator and I plan to teach grades 3-5. I want to be a teacher because I want to make a difference in our schools. We've come a long way in education, but we have so much farther to go and I want to be part of the advancement.
In my future classroom I plan to incorporate many approaches, tools, and attitudes. I believe it is important to have a strong classroom community along with good classroom management. I want my students to understand and use the technology that is available to them. Also, I want my students to master the lessons I teach and know that their interests will be nurtured in my classroom.
My Teaching Philosophy
