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Parent/Community Involvement
In order to expect my students to apply what they are learning outside of the
classroom, I will need to involve outside sources in our learning community. To
do this, I will:
Make a point to contact parents before the school year begins, creating a
positive relationship with them;
Regularly send home newsletters to parents, explaining what is going on
in the classroom;
Not only contact parents when their child is misbehaving, but will also
send home notes/make phone calls of appraisal of their child;
Invite parents to share their cultural background with the class (if
applicable);
Provide an open invitation for parents to volunteer in the classroom. This
could include tutoring, reading with children, building something for the
classroom, etc.;
Involve our community by having students complete perform good deeds
in the community (connecting with the curriculum), interviewing someone
from another religion/culture, etc.
Professional development
I realize that as a teacher, I hold an important responsibility in my community. I
will:
Model appropriate behaviour as determined by my community both in and
outside of the classroom serving as a mentor at all times.
Show my colleagues respect working collaboratively with them and
seeking advice from those with more extensive experience.
Always be prepared for my classes, planning my lessons ahead of time.
Keep up-to-date with new teaching strategies and update my portfolio
regularly to keep track of my own experiences.
Conclusion
My philosophy has been shaped by my experiences working with children and
youth in a camp and church setting, as well as tutoring at the university level. In
addition to this, my philosophy has been further shaped through the past three
years of participating in Crandall Universitys Education Program. Through this
extensive program, I have not only had the privilege of participating in various
education courses, but have spent these past years having my mind shaped to
think critically as a preservice teacher. Through these experiences, I have
learned that I do not want to simply help my students meet the curriculum
outcomes. I will show my students how these outcomes can be used outside of
the classroom. I will care for my students intellectual and emotional needs,
providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. I will be more than a
teacher.