Experience Summary
As a graduate from Michigan State University's teacher education program, I feel I am very experienced in the teaching field. Last year I completed a year-long student teaching internship in a second grade classroom where I taught two weeks completely on my own, implemented lessons with my co-teacher throughout the school year, conducted parent/teacher conferences, and worked collaboratively with other educators within the elementary school that I was placed in. I also have a younger brother with special needs (Down Syndrome) so I feel comfortable working with students of all needs/abilities. Furthermore, my teaching major is in the Language Arts field and I have been certified to teach Grades 6-8 Language Arts/English courses.
Teaching Style
I believe that all children have specific needs and learning styles that educators should be aware of. While all students learn differently, it's important that we keep these different learning styles in mind-this is what I strive to do as a teacher. I am hard-working, personable, and nurturing. I feel that it's important for subject matter to be both relevant and interesting for students to grasp the entirety of the information presented. I really enjoy working with students of all different abilities/backgrounds and am confident in my ability to make a positive influence on each of my students' lives.