Teaching+Philosophy

My aim as a teacher is for all students to move from my class with a positive feeling about school, a motivated attitude toward their learning, a real understanding of their strengths and needs and most importantly, striving to reach their full potential.

I have a positive and professional approach to all areas of learning. I believe it is important to foster a classroom environment which motivates students and facilitates learning and success. I feel children learn best in an environment where each student feels valued, learning styles are celebrated, positive reinforcement is paramount and clear learning guidelines are established.

It is the role of the teacher to ensure every student has a clear understanding of their learning journey, feels confident about their ability to learn and receives all necessary guidance to achieve. This encourages students to challenge themselves, inquire, create, risk take, work cooperatively, develop leadership skills and enjoy learning within a safe, caring and co-operative environment.

I am confident teaching all subjects but would consider my strengths to be mathematics, literacy and Physical Education. Current ‘Assessment for Learning’ practice is at the core of my entire classroom programme. ‘Authentic learning opportunities’, ‘Inquiry based learning’, ‘Education for Sustainability’ and ICT are integrated in order to maximise learning.

I believe each student, their school and family must work together to ensure optimum learning. Family involvement should therefore be encouraged and cultural diversity celebrated. As we are all constantly learning, I place importance on ongoing teacher inquiry in order to continue developing both personally, professionally and as part of a team.

Most importantly, I feel that teaching is about children; about helping students become confident, competent lifelong learners, leaders and global citizens of our future.